GAF
manufacturing
MaintenanceAssociate
“Maintenance Associate at GAF. Skills: industrial maintenance, troubleshooting, preventative maintenance, equipment repair. Respond to production line issues. Perform maintenance work on equipment”
What You'll Achieve.
improve productivity; improve reliability; improving unscheduled downtime; improving maintenance costs
Industry & Context.
troubleshooting; resolve issues; recommend improvements
Monday to Thursday 3;30PM to 2AM with OT as needed, Occasional shift, weekend, and holiday coverage is required, Safety consciousness with a thorough understanding of federal, state, local, and plant-wide safety standards and concepts, Safely perform all duties, avoiding injuries to self and all coworkers, Actively pursue and maintain total plant safety, Clean equipment and buildings to maintain housekeeping standards, Physical Demands, Stationary Position - Constantly, Move/Traverse - Constantly, Stationary Position/Seated - Occasionally, Transport/Lifting - Constantly, Transport/Carrying - Frequently, Exerting Force/Pushing - Occasionally, Exerting Force/Pulling - Occasionally, Ascend/Descend - Occasionally, Balancing - Rarely, Position Self/Stooping - Occasionally, Position Self/Kneeling - Occasionally, Position Self/Crouching - Occasionally, Position Self/Crawling - Occasionally, Reaching - Occasionally, Handling - Frequently, Grasping -, Feeling - Frequently, Communicate/Talking - Frequently, Communicate/Hearing - Frequently, Repetitive Motions - Occasionally, Coordination - Occasionally, Working Conditions, Noise - Constantly, Hazards - Occasionally, Vibration - Occasionally, 0% Travel Requirements
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
H. S. Diploma or General Education Degree (GED), 3+ years of applying technical experience in an industrial setting
Nice to Have
Prior experience in industrial maintenance and repair of equipment, basic electric and process control experience, Proficiency with basic computer software, ability to learn how to effectively use Maximo maintenance management software, Technical degree, Excellent troubleshooting skills, ability to perform diversified maintenance work, Experience with Lock Tag Verify to remove all energy sources from equipment, Experience working with both industrial pneumatic and hydraulic systems, Technical skills reflect an understanding of theoretical concepts as well as practical application, Good communication skills: verbal, listening, reading, and writing, work ethic including attendance, safety, and performance, desire for self-improvement, positive attitude, motivated, responsible, trustworthy, enthusiasm for “hands-on” work in a manufacturing plant environment, Willingness to seek assistance, collaborate with support personnel, good teamwork in supporting all plant goals, ability to use fork trucks and moveable work platforms
What You'll Do.
Respond to production line issues
Perform maintenance work on equipment
Perform repairs and preventative maintenance
Maintain equipment to subassembly level
Develop preventive and predictive maintenance procedures
Participate in continuous improvement efforts
Cross-train plant personnel
Assist in implementing machine modifications
Conduct research and development to resolve issues
Recommend improvements to plant equipment
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Cross-train plant personnel; Assist in training maintenance technicians; Assist in training plant operators; Assist in training other personnel; Willingness to seek assistance; collaborate with support personnel; Demonstrate good teamwork in supporting all plant goals
Communication Scope
verbal; listening; reading; writing
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