Maintenance Technician

Portfolio Business: Huber Engineered Materials

J.M. Huber Corporation is one of the largest privately held, family-owned companies in the United States. Established in 1883, we are a diversified, global supplier of specialty and commodity chemicals, hydrocolloid solutions, engineered wood products and natural resources to customers spanning a wide variety of industries.With approximately $3 billion in sales and 4,000 employees worldwide, we have a material presence in more than 20 countries.

Position Summary

The Maintenance Technician’s position is responsible for facility and equipment maintenance (office and plant), scheduling and coordinating with contractors and oversight of regulatory requirements related to building maintenance and environmental compliance.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Ensures operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements on engines, motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, and production machines; following diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer's instructions, and engineering specifications; troubleshooting malfunctions.
• Locates sources of problems by observing mechanical devices in operation; listening for problems; using testing instruments.
• Removes defective parts by dismantling devices; using hoists, cranes, and hand and power tools; examining form and texture of parts.
• Controls downtime by informing production workers of routine preventive maintenance schedule.
• Fabricates repair parts by using machine shop instrumentation and equipment.
• Provides mechanical maintenance information by answering questions and requests.
•  Maintain 5S and proper housekeeping. (Ex: Putting tools away, sweep up and mop areas as needed)
• Backup to Maintenance Supervisor in his absence. Notifying Operations Director if parts need to be ordered while Maintenance Supervisor is absent.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Work with the alarm system company for response to security alerts or other emergencies. Determine plan of action for alerts.

Major Challenges: 

•  Keeping up to date with equipment technology and software.

Decision Making Authority: 

• The decision to make repairs as needed.

Specialized or Technical Knowledge/Skills:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Welding/Electrical experience preferred
• Computer and PLC experience
• Industrial maintenance experience
• Knowledge of liquid filling machines, auger filling machines and pneumatic conveying.

Working Conditions:

•  Working from aerial work platforms.
• Some overtime required
• Exposure to chemicals (Acids, bases, chelates, salts, surfactants and oils)

Our employees are our strongest asset, and their safety, health, and well-being is our highest priority. We respect the individual by providing opportunities for professional and personal development. Our Principles drive us to create an inclusive workplace where employees share core values, show dignity and respect toward others, and work hard to achieve their best performance.  

J.M. Huber Corporation is an EEO / AAP employer. Pre-employment drug screening is required.