INDUSTRIAL MAINTENANCE TECHNICAN - Steel Forgings : Job Details

Position SummarySteel Forgings Inc. (SFI) is a leading manufacturer of custom butt weld fittings that has been servicing the oil and gas industry for over 70 years. The Manufacturing Maintenance Technician will perform hands-on machinery maintenance and work with a team of maintenance technicians responsible for machine and equipment repairs, preventative maintenance, and facilities upkeep in a manufacturing plant located in the Shreveport/Bossier City, LA., area.Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform senior level mechanical and electrical repairs on production equipment.
• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical and electrical failures effectively and efficiently.
• Read and understand mechanical drawings and hydraulic/electric schematics.
• Read and interpret equipment manuals and blueprints.
• Perform root cause analysis on mechanical and electrical equipment failures.
• Ensure operation of all machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements on production machines, motors, equipment, and tools.
• Coordinate preventative maintenance and repairs with plant supervisors.
• Communicate plant equipment repair/operational status to maintenance manager.
• Safely operate tools and equipment needed during the repair and servicing of equipment.

Experience:

• 5-10+ years of machinery maintenance and electrical experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong mechanical, industrial, hydraulic, and pneumatic skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Failure analysis and troubleshooting skills for manufacturing and facility equipment.
• Ability to work from blueprints/drawings.
• Must have knowledge of single and three phase electrical systems, hydraulic systems, and pneumatic systems, including air compressors.
• Organizational skills to facilitate parts management, equipment files, and time management.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite.

Physical Requirements:

• Frequent movement including walking, standing, bending/stooping, turning, twisting, pushing, pulling, raising arms, lifting, climbing and other active movements.
• Able to lift 50 pounds.
• Performing duties while wearing personal protective equipment.
• Working in temperature zones that may include hot environments for extended periods and may include work in environments where dust is present.

Benefits:

• Competitive wage
• Annual bonus based on performance
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Retirement plan
• Paid time off