Maintenance Technician

Location: Travelers Rest

Why do we need you ?

Performs general maintenance and repairs on a wide variety of machinery and equipment including preventative maintenance to production machinery, other equipment, and on facility as required. Diagnose maintenance problems, disassemble and make repairs and adjustments as necessary.

JOB RESPONSIBILITY:

* Responds to operational difficulties. Uses hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring instruments to diagnose, dismantle and repair equipment. References schematics, diagrams, manufacturer's specifications and operational manuals.

* Initiate purchase orders for repair parts and materials. Correcting problems and test runs on machinery to insure proper operation.

* Develops and adheres to a preventative maintenance program to maintain equipment in a safe and proper operating form.

* Performs building repair and maintenance services as needed. May provide carpentry, masonry, welding, painting, plumbing and electrical repairs

* Assist in moving and installing equipment.

* Provides assistance in storage, transfer and handling of hazardous materials.

* Ensures tools and machines are maintained in clean and proper condition for usage.

* Maintain accurate records and logs of work performed, materials usage and results.

* Follows all company policies, safety procedures including the wearing of required protective equipment.

* Responds to after- hours operational emergencies

Is this job for you ?

JOB SKILLS AND REQUIREMENTS:

* The applicant must be able to work with deadlines and production schedules.

* A High School diploma or its equivalency is required, technical school training, apprenticeship program or equivalent is preferred.

* Must possess skills and knowledge in utilizing shop math and precision measuring instruments.

* Must be proficient in two or more skills: electrical and mechanical diagnoses and repair, CNC diagnoses and repair skills required,

* Electrical controls diagnoses and repair, industrial machinery installation and setup.

* Knowledge and skill such as plumbing, HVAC diagnoses and repair, metal fabrication, welding is a plus.

* Must have knowledge of safety measures to apply while dealing with electrical and mechanical hazards.

* Adherence to Safety Standards and Standard Operating Procedures and knowledge of those procedures will be a part of the daily process.

* Must be able to read and interpret blueprints, charts, specifications, and follow verbal and written instructions.

A little more about us

The Saint-Gobain Superabrasives-North America manufacturing facility in Travelers Rest, South Carolina is the manufacturing site for diamond dressing rolls, direct plated and dressing tool products serving high volume operations in the automotive, aerospace, bearing and machine manufacturer industry. The products manufactured are used to shape materials too hard or too fragile for conventional abrasives. They are made by using electroplating, brazing and hand-setting processes and used for producing parts in a large number of machine tooling applications, primarily in the aerospace and automobile industries.

Legal Statement

Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans.

Applicants for roles based in Washington state or remote roles that would be worked from Washington state are encouraged to direct any concerns regarding the state's Pay Transparency laws to the SGNA HR Compliance team at SGNA_H

Benefits in joining us

Employees have the flexibility to choose the benefits that best fit their individual needs.

Health and Wellbeing - Supporting your wellbeing, to thrive in life and work.

Medical, Prescription Drug, Vision, and Dental Insurance

Healthcare Saving Account and Flexible Spending Account options

Live Well Wellness Program

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Paid Time Off and Paid Parental Leave

Retirement and Protection - Helping to make the future life you want a reality.

401(k) with Company Match, Retirement Accumulation Plan (RAP), Cash Balance Pension Plan

Company-provided Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-Term Disability

Voluntary employee and dependent life insurance, Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness and Accident Insurance

Additional Benefits - Helping shape the experience and impact you want:

Group Legal

Identity Theft Protection

Auto and Home Insurance

Pet Insurance and Discounts

Back-up Child & Elder Care

Perk Spot Employee Discount Program

Additional based on Role:
One pair of company-issued steel-toe shoes/boots, and safety glasses; annually