PM/Lube Technician

RESPECT to people, COURAGE to be pioneers and raise the bar, and always demonstrating INTEGRITY and authenticity. Do these core values align with yours? If so, Lhoist North America may be the place for you! We are a company that believes our people make it happen and rewards talent by offering opportunities to further develop your knowledge and interests. Within our organization, we offer safety first environments, collaboration across teams, diverse and inclusive workspaces all while challenging each other to grow.

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position is responsible for safe and efficient preventative maintenance. The incumbent will lubricate stationary equipment and mobile equipment as needed per manufacturer’s recommendation and/or schedules directly from the Maintenance Manager. This position will maintain accurate records of equipment use and schedule oil and filter changes in a timely manner.

RESPONSIBILITIES & EXPECTATIONS:

Maintenance

- Follow the provided preventative lubing checklist and inspecting of equipment.

- Perform lubrication and servicing of plant equipment and maintain records indicating such. Lubrication and servicing of mobile equipment on an as needed basis.

- Maintain inventory levels on oils, greases, fuels, and filters. Maintain clean and hazard free work area.

- Ensure compliance with all governing environmental regulatory statutes regarding storage and handling of lubricants. Oversee spill and leak prevention efforts at the mine.

- Perform oil sampling of critical quarry and plant equipment.

- Complete necessary paperwork to maintain inventory or procurement of lubricants, filters, spare parts and equipment.

- Perform minor maintenance on plant and Quarry equipment as needed. Install and maintain all grease lines and fittings. Make repairs as needed.

- Recommend changes in servicing intervals when seals are leaking or excessive wear is apparent, along with initiating a work order to make the necessary repairs.

- Operate maintenance and mobile equipment as necessary to perform servicing.

- Perform all work assigned in a neat and orderly manner, strictly adhering to Company and governmental safety rules and regulations.

- Clean up any spills or leaks of oil, grease or fuels.

Reporting

- Report any potential operational or safety problems to supervision.

- Complete workplace exams and equipment pre-shift inspections noting any safety or equipment defects.

- Complete Safe Quality Food inspection reports as necessary.

Safety

- Attend scheduled safety meetings.

- Enforce all applicable safety policies.

- Maintain a safe and clean work environment.

- Promote safety among co-workers.

- Participate in Behavior Based Safety program.

Backup

- To back up any qualified position as assigned by supervisor.

- To be backed up by any qualified team member as assigned by supervisor.

Safe Quality Food (SQF)

- Ensure a SQF workplace and follow regulatory compliance with Federal FDA – Food Modernization Safety Act (CFR Code of Federal Regulations Title 21, Part 507).

- Support Environmental Health and Safety, as well as SQF initiatives and awareness programs.

- Be a leader and promoter of employee safety and SQF culture.

- Following completion of SQF training, demonstrate understanding of expected safety, SQF performance and Food Safety Culture.

- Complete periodic SQF training(s).

- Each site location will ensure training is conducted for new employees and continued for existing employees.

- Employees will actively participate in audits for regulatory, safety, SQF and environmental compliance at the site.

Perform other duties as assigned.

ATTRIBUTES:

- Problem Solving – uses logic and methods to help solve plant operating problems.

- Communication Skills – clear written and verbal instructions and notes are essential.

- Working Knowledge – must understand the mechanics of the mobile and stationary equipment.

- Must be capable of working any shift, overtime, be on-call, or work seven days a week, if needed.

- Must be able to multiple tasks with a strong sense of urgency to meet the customer needs.

- Must have good written and verbal communicate skills.

- Must be able to effectively communicate and interact with supervisors and peers.

- Must be able to work well within a team environment and take instructions from management and co-workers.

- Must be a self-starter with the ability to work independently.

- Must possess basic reading and math skills.

- Read and interpret work orders, lubrication schedules and servicing instructions.

- Must possess strong record of attendance reliability.

- Safety oriented with the ability to work well within a team environment.

- Must be capable of performing the essential job duties required of this job.

- Possess basic computer skills to enter and retrieve information into a personal computer (i.e. SAP).

- Be able to operate all mobile equipment for servicing.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

- Must be physically able to perform work assigned.

- Must be physically capable of accessing all plant locations.

- Access all areas within a site which could include heights of 120 feet, confined spaces, climbing ladders or stairs, and accessing tunnels.

- Will be working at times in covered environment but mainly in a mining environment.

- The employee will be exposed to the following working conditions: Extreme Heat and Cold, Noise, Vibration, Oils, and Atmospheric Conditions such as Dust, Fumes, and Mineral Particles.

- The employee will be required to perform the following actions (from time to time): Standing, walking, balancing, stooping, kneeling, reaching, talking, seeing, hearing and sitting.

- Ability to consistently lift over 50 pounds as needed.

REQUIRED EDUCATION:

- High School Diploma or GED Equivalent.

PREFFERED EDUCATION:

- Technical training or AA degree in technical related field is desired.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:

- Two (2) plus years of equivalent industrial experience in fast paced manufacturing environment.

PREFFERED EXPERIENCE:

- Previous maintenance experience is preferred.