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Industrial Maintenance Technician

SGS & Co, Sandston, VA, United States


Entry-Level Maintenance Technician
We are seeking an Entry-Level Maintenance Technician with experience using basic hand tools to complete preventative and periodic maintenance tasks on the production equipment in the facility.

This position is ideal for someone who is mechanically inclined, eager to learn, and interested in developing skills in industrial or facility maintenance.

Location:

Richmond, VA

Hours:

1st shift, 7:30am - 3:30pm or 8am - 4:30pm

Pay:

Up to $25/hour (depending on experience)

Essential Responsibilities, Accountabilities & Results

Demonstrate full understanding of EH&S process and requirements to complete maintenance tasks for assigned equipment.

Complete forklift training and scissor lift training (if applicable) for safe use as needed for task assignments.

Ability to inspect, operate, and identify operational issues with overhead crane systems.

Demonstrate understanding and use of testing instruments such as voltmeter in completion of assignments.

Complete preventative maintenance tasks per content and schedule of assigned equipment.

Complete preventive maintenance tasks for plant waste water treatment system.

Develop working knowledge for plant support systems such as HVAC, cooling, exhaust and emission controls, water pre-treatment, waste‑water, and air make‑up.

Develop working knowledge for operation of plant production equipment.

Provide first level response to equipment breakdowns.

Provide support and back‑up to daily production maintenance requirements when assigned.

Complete daily, weekly, monthly, and yearly preventative tasks of assigned equipment.

Complete housekeeping tasks as required of the assigned work area including floor scrubber.

Participate with OEM providers in the repair or preventative service of assigned equipment.

Use personal PPE as provided for safe completion of assignments.

Complete outside training including travel when applicable to acquire needed skillsets.

Competency Requirements
Qualified candidate must possess manufacturing knowledge and be competent in the functioning of the location’s equipment and understand the inherent manufacturing dangers present in safe completion of the maintenance activities. Demonstrated competence in plant EH&S procedures for Lockout/Tagout, Mobile Equipment, Fall Protection, and Confined Space are critical. Must ensure compliance with contractor pre‑work procedures when contractors work on assigned tasks.

Educational & Experience Minimum Requirements

High School Diploma or GED equivalent.

Ability to read and interpret documents such as manuals, safety rules, etc.

Ability to speak effectively with employees of the organization.

Ability to complete basic math computation and measurement conversions.

Ability to work independently and identify equipment problems.

Preferred Knowledge and Skills

1-3 years of machining experience.

Work experience in a manufacturing environment.

Demonstrated mechanical skills.

General Requirements

Comply with Company EH&S policies and procedures through training and process understanding.

Provide hands on completion of work assignments.

Show aptitude to comprehend machine drawings and manuals for assigned equipment.

Work overtime when required.

Assist in any additional duties as directed by leadership. This job description is not intended to be all‑inclusive. You may be required to perform other reasonably related assignments as assigned by leadership.

Compensation changes are based on a combination of demonstrated competency and merits.

Physical Requirements

Frequent physical exertion when completing non‑repeating assignments.

Frequent operation of hand and power tools in completion of assignments.

Prolonged standing during 12 hour shift assignments.

Infrequent lifting of tooling (10-50 lbs.)

Infrequent transportation of 55 gal. drum for solvents and waste ink using barrel dolly.

Infrequent lifting of 30 gal. drums from floor to chest height to empty containers.

Job is performed on the manufacturing floor among rotating equipment, potentially hazardous chemicals and moderate noise.

Benefits
Group benefits currently include a selection of health care plans with prescription drug coverage, dental plan, vision plan, basic and supplemental life insurance, a flexible spending account for medical and dependent care expenses or a health savings account based on plan selection, short/long term disability and 401(k) Savings Plan.

EEO Statement
We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. We offer equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, age, disability or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled.
We strive to make our employment website and application process accessible to all users and applicants. In doing so, we provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you have a disability and require a reasonable accommodation or assistance completing the application process, please contact a member of our Human Resource Team.

For more information visit: www.SGXgraphics.com

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