Job Title: Mechanical Maintenance Technician BASIC JOB DESCRIPTION: Job responsibilities to include Mechanical Maintenance of all manufacturing equipment from troubleshooting, repair, and maintaining through a standardized Work Order/PM system to achieve optimum performance and production. SPECIFIC JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: • Complete work orders and PM's as assigned • Troubleshoot and correct mechanical problems on machines and manufacturing equipment • Support manufacturing to minimize equipment downtime • Assist in installing, upgrading, modifying, and relocating machines and equipment • Perform basic electrical tasks • Work with Supervisor and Parts Cage Attendant on maintaining spare parts and make suggestions on stock levels depending on work/usage requirements • Must be able to work all shifts and holidays as required • Other duties as assigned by supervisor REQUIREMENTS: EDUCATION: High School Diploma Associate Degree or equivalent training EXPERIENCE: • Minimum 3 years experience in Mechanical Maintenance • Basic electric maintenance knowledge • Communication skills Job Type: Full-time Pay: $20.00 - $24.00 per hour Benefits: • 401(k) • 401(k) matching • Dental insurance • Employee assistance program • Employee discount • Flexible spending account • Health insurance • Health savings account • Life insurance • Referral program • Vision insurance Schedule: • 8 hour shift Work Location: In person
See More Details >>Purpose: The purpose of the Maintenance and Engineering Manger position is to represent the needs of the maintenance personnel and equipment and to act as a liaison between manufacturing, scheduling, engineering and finance. The goal is to work with the production teams to reduce equipment downtime, decrease running costs of equipment in order to increase output, lower cost, increase customer satisfaction and improve the process of the facility equipment and utilities that are utilized in the Float Glassmaking Operation. Essential Functions: • Adhere to and enforce all safety requirements through the 10 Key Safety Leadership Behaviors and compliance to all safety rules, policies, procedures and training. • Coordinate contractor activities to ensure safety and costs are controlled and deadlines met while adhering to NSG standards • Ensure all EHS standards relating to equipment are met – both existing and new equipment • Manage the technical support services required to maintain or upgrade the physical plant, production equipment, engineering processes, and methods to facilitate production. • Oversee the technical health of the entire facility as it relates to Plant Engineering and Maintenance by working side by side with other department managers. • Responsible for coordinating the capital planning and implementation of capital projects, from feasibility studies through design and implementation. These projects are evaluated by analyzing the available technology and equipment, determining the investment cost and need for the equipment. The incumbent must stay abreast of the newest developments in the state of the art technologies. • Determines equipment and facility needs through working with other managers and Group Engineering technical staff. Work with outside contractors utilizing a competitive bidding process to secure equipment and/or services for the project. Projects are monitored from inception to conclusion. Work closely with Group Engineering or outside engineering services to direct or assist with larger projects. • Must possess the ability to supervise skilled workers and have wide experience in plant operations. Should have excellent troubleshooting ability, technical knowledge of production equipment, mechanical and electrical equipment, computer operations, and the ability to motivate maintenance personal under pressure. • Should be able to coordinate several projects simultaneously and be able to generate ideas that can lead to the reduction of cost and improvement of work processes. • This position requires excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills. • Selects, develops, trains, motivates and appraises personnel to provide for a competent workforce. • Responsible for maintaining an effective Quality system that is current, used, understood and maintained in the facility according to our Quality Policy to ensure customer satisfaction • Accountable to ensure that department operates in a manner consistent with the Pilkington Environmental Policy. Ensures full compliance with all applicable environmental laws and regulations, Prevents pollution and Encourages activities which lead to continual improvement. • Adherence to NSG/Pilkington Standards of Business Conduct and its Values and Principles. • Other duties as assigned by manager. Scope/Dimensions: • Manage maintenance budget of $600k per month • Department consists of 1 planner, 2 maintenance leads, 2 maintenance supervisors, 1 engineering lead, 5 engineers and 48 maintenance employees • 24/7/365 operation Top 3 Competencies Needed for Success in the Role: • Innovation and Change: Goes to the heart of the situation by talking to relevant people to fully understand all the issues and involve others in the decision-making process. Focuses data analysis on the most relevant and important information without getting lost in detail. Takes appropriate actions to minimize risks and maximize the opportunities in decision-making process. Promotes the review and learning from business decisions. Develops a range of options and evaluation criteria that prioritizes profitable growth, customer satisfaction, ethical values and available resources. Demonstrates decisiveness and sound judgment in complex and ambiguous situations • Strategic Thinking: Understands the impact of personal actions and decisions on customers, colleagues and resources. Develops strategic plans for their part of the business by setting short and long-term goals and objectives. Demonstrates a thorough understanding of the key financial data that drives profitable growth in their own area. Recognizes underlying patterns and trends both locally and globally that impact the business and strategic priorities. Demonstrates entrepreneurial spirit by focusing on those strategies with the greatest potential for positive business impact. • Decision Making: Goes to the heart of the situation by talking to relevant people to fully understand all the issues and involve others in the decision-making process. Focuses data analysis on the most relevant and important information without getting lost in detail. Takes appropriate actions to minimize risks and maximize the opportunities in decision-making process. Promotes the review and learning from business decisions. Develops a range of options and evaluation criteria that prioritizes profitable growth, customer satisfaction, ethical values and available resources. Demonstrates decisiveness and sound judgment in complex and ambiguous situations. Qualifications Required: • Bachelor’s degree or better in Engineering or related field • 8 + years of experience in the Engineering and Maintenance field • 3 to 5 years’ experience supervising hourly, salary and contractor personnel • Solid interpersonal, coaching and communication skills • Ability to facilitate groups in an employee involvement environment • Basic computer skills – Excel, Word, PowerPoint • Knowledge of glass manufacturing (coating experience a plus) • Excellent troubleshooting ability and technical knowledge of production mechanical, electrical and computer equipment • Ability to motivate maintenance personnel under pressure. • Coordinate several projects simultaneously Qualifications Desired: • SAP Experience • Knowledge of glass manufacturing • Exposure to Six Sigma (Green Belt) • Advanced Problem-Solving Skills (Six Sigma) Other Requirements: • Must be able to travel (Limited 1-2 trips per year) Salary Range: $127,353 - $174,660 _____________________________________________________________________________ We offer an excellent compensation and benefits package, which includes 401k, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, company paid holidays, paid vacations, and education assistance. The Salary Range posted represents Pilkington North America’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the possible compensation at the time of the posting. Individual pay will vary based on demonstrated job related skills, knowledge, experience, education, etc. NSG Group/Pilkington is an equal opportunity employer; M/F/D/V encouraged to apply. Qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, or national origin. Applicants have the option to confidentially self-identify or not self-identify when applying. Experience Required • 8 year(s): Engineering and Maintenance experience Education Required • Bachelors or better in Engineering or related field Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
See More Details >>Controls Engineer Laurinburg, NC $90,000 - $110,000 + Bonus + Progression + Training + 3 weeks PTO + Benefits Are you an Automation or Controls Engineer, looking for a site based position, where you will work on a wide range of automated machinery and improvement projects in a days based role? Do you want to join an leading international manufacturing company, that is consistently investing and expanding their operations? This company is at the forefront of what they do. A global leader in the design and manufacture of products that are supplied internationally, they are consistently growing and investing in their operations. With a large and recent investment into the site, they are now looking for a Controls Engineer to join the Electrical Engineering team. In this role you will be responsible for all maintenance, upgrades, improvements and installation projects on automated machinery across the site. You will be programming and troubleshooting PLCs, Inverter and Servo Drives, electrical drawings using AutoCAD, and work closely with maintenance and project teams. The ideal candidate will have the ability to program and troubleshoot PLCs, have worked in a manufacturing environment and be looking for a site based position. This is a fantastic role that can offer you varied and interesting work, where you can work on a wide range of machinery and projects for a global leader that offers both in house and out house training and career progression! The Role: • Maintenance, upgrades, and improvement projects across the site • PLC programming and troubleshooting • Working in a team of 9 Electrical Engineers • Electrical drawings using AutoCAD The Person: • Electrical, Controls, Automation Engineer or Technician • Ability to program and troubleshoot PLCs • Ideally have AutoCAD knowledge Automation Engineer, Controls, Electrical, Mechanical, Manufacturing, Engineering, Electrics, Maintenance, Projects, Industrial, Robotics, Design, Process, Site, Technician, PLC Programmer, The services of Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd are that of an Employment Agency. Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd regrets to inform that our client can only accept applications from engineering candidates who have a valid legal permit or right to work in the relevant state. Potential candidates who do not have this right or permit, or are pending an application to obtain this right or permit should not apply
See More Details >>Embarking on a career in mechanical trades in Laurinburg, NC, often begins with an apprenticeship, blending practical experience with theoretical learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships typically span three to four years, demanding extensive training under seasoned professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are 151 mechanical trade professionals in Laurinburg, with wages averaging $461.50 per week. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like HireLevel offer apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a promising career with strong earning potential, often exceeding $440 per week for experienced professionals.
