Multi-Craft Maintenance Technician

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION

Sun Chemical, a member of the DIC Group, is a leading producer of packaging and graphic solutions, color and display technologies, functional products, electronic materials, and products for the automotive and healthcare industries.Together with DIC, Sun Chemical is continuously working to promote and develop sustainable solutions to exceed customer expectations and better the world around us. With combined annual sales of more than $8.5 billion and 22,000+ employees worldwide, the DIC Group companies support a diverse collection of global customers.

Sun Chemical Corporation is a subsidiary of Sun Chemical Group Cooperatief U.A., the Netherlands, and is headquartered in Parsippany, New Jersey, U.S.A. For more information, please visit our website atwww.sunchemical.comor connect with us onLinkedInorTwitter

Multi-Craft Maintenance Technician

Location: North Charleston, SC

POSITION SUMMARY/OBJECTIVE:

The Maintenance Technician will be responsible for supporting production processes at the site by safely executing predictive, preventative, and reactive maintenance of production and classification equipment. This position requires the ability to work occasional overtime and participate in the call-out rotation as needed to maintain the site's production capability.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Welding of related process equipment
• Electrical troubleshooting/repair of 480V systems
• Mechanical troubleshooting, repair of pumps, piping, replacing drive belts, etc
• Preventative Maintenance (greasing, inspections, etc.)
• Participate in meetings for the purpose of communication within the department regarding the status of activities for which this position is responsible.
• Perform safety talks as part of a rotation with other maintenance technicians
• Participate in a rotating call-out system: once every four weeks (and as needed during personnel shortages) be available in off-hours to come in and repair equipment as needed for continuous production operations.
• Maintain electronic training and certifications on-site, such as cybersecurity, corporate training, and communications within the department.
• Perform safety related inspections, and housekeeping of shop and service trucks.
• Participate in a peer accountable behavioral based safety program - observing interdepartmental and operators from other departments, giving safety feedback as part of that process

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or GED required at the time of hiring.
• The job will require the completion of an Associate degree in Industrial Systems Technology or equivalent field. This can be earned while on the job but will require steady progress towards completion with continuous enrollment every semester until completed.
• Welding certification in SMAW. Tig and Mig welding experience/certification is a plus.
• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft (MS) Office applications.
• Demonstrated ability to read/interpret CAD based drawings for repair/installation of electrical/piping equipment.
• Demonstrated experience with electrical, mechanical, and instrumentation repair.
• Excellent time-management skills and ability to balance responsibilities for given priorities.
• Demonstrated ability to think critically and provide timely and effective solutions.
• Excellent organizational skills with clear, concise verbal and written communication skills.
• Be able to lift up to sixty (60) pounds, walk, sit, squat, bend, push/pull with arms/leg, reach overhead and stoop.
• A highly motivated, self-driven individual with a continuous improvement mindset and ability to work within cross-functional self-managed teams.
• Ability to interact effectively with different levels of personnel inside/outside the organization.

PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Demonstrated ability to effectively analyze cause-effect relationships and drive to root cause for directed improvement efforts.
• Demonstrated ability to utilize continuous improvement tools and methodologies to drive sustainable improvements.
• Forklift / Skid-Steer/ Man lift/ Crane operations are also a plus.

BENEFITS

We offer a range of market-competitive total rewards that include merit increases, paid holidays, Paid Time Off, medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability benefits, 401(k)+match and life insurance. Eligibility of benefit timing may vary.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

It is Sun's policy that applicants for employment are recruited, selected, and hired on the basis of individual merit and ability with respect to the position being filled. Sun prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by applicable law.

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