Maintenance Lubrication/PM Technician

Waelz Sustainable Products, LLC (WSP) is owned by Zinc Nacional in Monterrey Mexico. Zinc Nacional is a subsidiary of Grupo Promax. ZN has a long history of operating a safe, efficient and sustainable business. Zinc Nacional has nearly seven decades of expertise in producing zinc oxide from mine ore and steel mill byproducts. Zinc oxide is an important ingredient in many consumer products including sun block, diaper rash cream, cosmetics, and dietary supplements to name a few.

MAINT. LUBRICATION/PM TECH

JOB SUMMARY:

The Maintenance Lubrication/PM Technician will be responsible for the Lubrication, basic maintenance and preventive/predictive activities for production machinery, facilities, and mobile equipment.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible to perform all duties and activities to create a safe, environmentally compliant workplace that produces high quality products in a cost-efficient manner.
• Must perform all duties and activities in a manner that is aligned with our company values:  Integrity, Humility, Innovation, Open to Change, Collaboration, Excellence, and Customer Focus.
• Performs preventive/predictive maintenance inspections and service on equipment, mobile machinery, and facilities.
• Thoroughly cleans machines and machine parts, removing parts and reinstalling, as necessary.
• Oils and lubricates moving parts on machines to ensure long-lasting & effective performance.
• Records and reports damaged, worn, or broken parts.
• Orders and installs replacement parts such as filters for machines.
• Helps identify the causes of unexpected breakdowns of machines.
• Assists maintenance Technicians to Repair broken machines quickly and efficiently.
• Prepares reports documenting work performed (written and typed in SAP system).
• Cleans, organizes, inventories, stocks, and otherwise maintains shop areas, parts, tools, and filter/lubrication/oil supplies utilizing Lean/5S methods.
• Coordinates with Supervisors/managers to schedule regular PM maintenance on machines.
• Assists with facility clean-up (inside and outside) including operation of vacuum truck and sweepers.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Mechanically inclined with great problem-solving skills.
• Basic knowledge of pneumatics and hydraulic systems
• Works well independently and with others.
• Good communication skills.
• Organized with attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and heavy industrial environment.
• Proficient reading blueprints and schematic diagrams.
• Must have willingness and ability to train others including operators, less experienced maintenance crews and contractors.
• Must have basic computer and typing skills.
• Must complete and maintain any assigned company required training and certifications.
• Ability and willingness to train, develop and continuously learn and advance to higher level maintenance technician is preferred for this position.  Ideally, this position is entry level into maintenance with progression to higher level.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

HS diploma or equivalent required.  Some vocational, technical or community college with related coursework or equivalent experience, preferred.  3-5 years’ experience in heavy industrial environment preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Prolonged periods standing and walking.
• Able to bend, stretch, push, pull, and move as needed to reach, clean, and service machinery.
• Must be able to visually inspect machines.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 75 pounds.
• Ability to climb stairs/ladders on a regular basis.
• Ability to work in all outdoor weather conditions.
• Must be capable of operating all manufacturing and mobile equipment including loaders, forklifts, scissor lifts, etc.
• Must be able to work wearing appropriate safety PPE including respirators.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

Not Applicable.