Plant T1 | Tufting Reliability Tech C/D | 3rd Shift Job Listing at Shaw Industries in Adairsville, GA (Job ID R-144236)

Description

Based on experience, this position could be filled as a Tech C or D.

POSITION PURPOSE: 

To maintain and ensure the capacity of equipment assets in assigned areas of responsibility that impact optimal efficiencies at the lowest reasonable cost. 

 

POSITION EXPECTATIONS: 

• Execution of assigned tasks and duties with a focus on: 

• Safe work practices. 

• High quality, precision work with a customer service orientation in support of “Great Products & Service”. 

• Adherence to standards and best practice applications acquired through training and work experience. 

• Grow in knowledge of maintenance practices and equipment performance, understanding their impact on manufacturing processes and business objectives. 

• Provide feedback on job assignment needs and improvement opportunities with peers and leadership. 

 

 

POSITION DUTIES & TASKS: 

•  Maintain manufacturing process and support equipment to highest, reasonable performance levels to include mechanical systems including, but not limited to: 

• Power transmission components - bearings, pulleys/sheaves, shafts/rollers, couplings, sprockets, chains, belts, motors, and gearboxes. 

• Conveyance systems – product/process related, as well as those tied to utilities such as steam, water, air, electricity, etc. which could include pumps, piping, etc. 

• Mechanical control systems - including related hydraulic & pneumatic elements. 

• Troubleshoot and execute repairs of equipment causing or contributing to safety, quality, downtime/productivity opportunities, and issues. 

• Communicate findings, identifying potential causes, and correct steps to operations and maintenance leadership. 

• Execute and provide feedback on proactive maintenance plans on assigned equipment to include: 

• Preventive Maintenance (PM) - inspection & measurement of equipment components for proper function, including replacement of components on pre-defined schedules and lubrication. 

• Predictive Maintenance (PdM) – inspection and measurement of equipment performance applying Infrared Thermography, collection of oil samples for outside analysis, and basic ultrasound measurement with audible evaluation. 

•  Condition Maintenance (CM) – repair and replacement of components identified as requiring attention through PM & PdM activities, including influence in the development of detailed job plans. 

• Execute assigned or scheduled work orders in support of projects and process improvement (PI) efforts identified as critical to business objectives. 

 

CRITICAL KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:  

• Safety practices - LOTO, Confined Space, PPE, Hot Work, PIT, Fall Protection, Hoisting & Rigging, and  Hoisting & Rigging. 

• Calculator and Computer application – work order documentation, parts requisitioning. 

• Measurement units, techniques, and application of appropriate tools. 

• Math skills to include. 

• Arithmetic. 

• Application of formulas such as area, volume, etc. 

• Conversion of measurement units. 

• Ability to read and interpret mechanical and electrical schematics and make simple sketches. 

• Identification and selection of proper tools focused on the selection of the right tool for work assignment application. 

• Selection and development of lubrication schedules, including application methods and systems. 

• Power transmission system and component removal and installation techniques and procedures. 

• Plumbing/piping conveyance system and component removal and installation techniques and procedures. 

• Precision alignment techniques for direct-coupled elements, including laser alignment. 

• Basic fabrication skills including knowledge of welding and cutting techniques and tools. 

• Intermediate troubleshooting techniques of mechanical systems, understanding electrical interactions. 

• Common cause failure modes and correction of mechanical systems. 

 

COMPETENCIES: 

• Work Standards. 

• Solve Problems. 

• Build Customer Satisfaction. 

• Collaborate. 

Work Shift

8 Hr non-rotating shift, Hrs fall to out-punch day, Observed Calendar, shift starts PM Shaw Industries is an equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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