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Reliability Tech C

Shaw Industries · Dalton, GA, USA ·

Job type:
Full Time

Job Title

Reliability Tech C

Position Overview

Shaw is hiring a Reliability Tech C. The Reliability Technician (Level C) is an entry-to-mid level industrial maintenance professional responsible for supporting the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of production equipment. In this role, you will perform hands-on maintenance and basic troubleshooting while assisting senior technicians and maintenance leaders on more complex work. You will play an important role in minimizing downtime, maintaining product quality, and building foundational skills in reliability and maintenance practices within a team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities:

Execution of assigned tasks and duties with 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 application acquired through training and work experience.

Learn and 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.

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 correction steps to operations and maintenance leadership.

Execute 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, measurement, with focus on data collection with PdM tools related to equipment performance .

Requirements:

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

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 proper use of tools, focused on selection of the right tool for work assignment application

Proper storage and handling techniques for lubricants

Power transmission component types, terms, operation, and maintenance

Plumbing/piping conveyance system types, terms, operation, and maintenance

Precision alignment techniques for indirect coupled elements, including laser alignment

Basic troubleshooting of mechanical systems

Common cause failure modes and correction of mechanical systems

Competencies:

Work Standards

Solve Problems

Build Customer Satisfaction

Collaborate

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Work Shift

8 Hr non-rotating shift, Hrs fall to in punch day, Observed Calendar, shift starts AM

Shaw Industries is an equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.