Mechanic, Manufacturing ​/ Production

Overview

Minerals Technologies Inc. is a global, technology-driven specialty minerals company that develops, produces, and markets a wide range of minerals and mineral-based products and services.

Our products are an essential part of everyday life for millions of people around the world. They are used in consumer goods in paper and packaging, food and pharmaceuticals, household and personal care, pet care, automotives, and many more, as well as in industrial settings like steelmaking, metal casting, construction, infrastructure, and wastewater remediation.

We are listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol MTX, headquartered in New York City, and have over 150 locations worldwide, with ~4,000 employees in 34 countries and 12 R&D centers.

We put people at the center of everything we do -- working safely, communicating openly, and managing our resources and businesses responsibly.

Company: Minteq, a Minerals Technologies company, is the global leader in designing and delivering advanced technological solutions for a multitude of industrial applications. From design and installation to the maintenance of customized solutions, we provide truly turnkey solutions that help our partners increase productivity, enhance yields, reduce downtime, and lower overall costs.

Position: Mechanic

Location: USA | Chesterton, IN

• Competitive pay, commensurate with experience
• Health/Dental/Vision plans
• 401k company match
• Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability & Long-Term Disability
• Educational Assistance
• Employee Assistance Plan

Job Summary

The incumbent will be responsible to work independently with the installation, repair, and maintenance and troubleshooting of electronic systems and equipment.

• Install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain electronic systems and equipment used in Industrial manufacturing
• Maintain electronic systems and programmable logic controllers.
• Have basic knowledge of gas-driven (pneumatic) and liquid-driven (hydraulic) systems and be able to maintain these systems on schedule and as needed.
• Light fabrication work/welding.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair in an industrial manufacturing environment.
• Must be PC literate and MS office proficient.
• Must be able to accurately read electrical schematic drawings
• Work effectively within a team environment.
• Work on platforms, ladders, etc. as necessary.
• Ability to prioritize maintenance objects to coincide with production.
• Must work independently.

Perform other duties as assigned

Knowledge: At least 3-5 years related industrial mechanical experience. Proficient mechanical and electrical skills required; as well as good interpersonal, organization, planning and communication skills. Must be computer literate and able to read electrical schematics.

Education: A high school diploma or equivalent required. Applicants should possess a diploma or certificate in electronic or electrical repair. An associate degree preferred, but not necessary.

Physical Abilities: Ability to lift up to 50 pounds. Must be able to withstand the physical pressures of constant standing, walking, bending, climbing, kneeling, crouching, reaching, sitting, extremes of hot and cold, as well as carrying, lifting, pushing and pulling heavy objects. Must be able to work in an industrial setting.