Equipment Maintenance Technician - Day Shift - Potosi, MO

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• Must be able to identify and operate basic tools and materials used in machine repair.
• Possess basic trouble shooting knowledge in hydraulics, pneumatics, electrical and mechanical applications.
• Have a basic understanding of electrical fundamentals to distinguish between AC & DC voltages. Knowledge of 110V-220V single and 3 phase voltages is preferred. Be able to comprehend basic electric motors and controls components.
• Troubleshoot and repair electric motors and controls components.
• Responsible for the installation of new machinery, troubleshooting and repairing of both mechanical and electrical systems on production equipment, packaging lines, conveyer systems and other equipment as needed within the manufacturing facility.
• Working knowledge of pneumatics including but not limited to schematics, regulators, valves, tracing airlines, troubleshooting and repairs.
• Effectively work with machines operators to assure optimal operating effectiveness and preventative maintenance of machines (e.g., oil & cleaning of machines) and workstations.
• Industrial mechanical knowledge and troubleshooting background is preferred.
• Work orders will be prioritized and completed as soon as possible to support the needs of manufacturing.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting production deadlines.
• Must perform any and all other tasks assigned by one’s manager.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Have a High School diploma or GED equivalent.
• Prefer previous experience having worked as a Maintenance Electrician, Maintenance Technician, or Multi-craft Technician.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE OR SKILLS

• Must be knowledgeable with electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and general schematics.
• General computer knowledge to access parts in tool crib and record work orders.
• Must be able to work well with others as well as independently and contribute to a team environment.
• Experience in a fast-paced work environment.
• Must have good communication skills.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Must be able to lift up to 75 lbs. on a consistent basis.
• Do repetitive bending, lifting, and twisting.
• Must be able to work flexible hours and overtime on an as-needed basis to ensure maintenance priorities and goals are met.
• Must have a good attendance record.

Red Wing Shoes is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.
Individuals with disabilities needing assistance in completing an application may contact rwsc.recruitment@redwingshoes.com or call 651-388-8211.

Please view Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCP at https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/ofccpost.htm

All offers of employment are contingent on satisfactory results of a background check and physical exam which includes a drug screen.

Red Wing Shoe Company, Inc. is a drug-free workplace.

Red Wing Shoe Company will not be using recruitment agencies or firms to fill this position and we will not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate information. No agency calls please.

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)