Maintenance Technician (Heavy Industrial)

The Company

Imerys is the world’s leading supplier of mineral-based specialty solutions for the industry with €3.6 billion in revenue and 12,400 employees in 40 countries in 2024. The Group offers high value-added and functional solutions to a wide range of industries and fast-growing markets such as solutions for the energy transition and sustainable construction, as well as natural solutions for consumer goods. Imerys draws on its understanding of applications, technological knowledge, and expertise in material science to deliver solutions which contribute essential properties to customers’ products and their performance. As part of its commitment to responsible development, Imerys promotes environmentally friendly products and processes in addition to supporting its customers in their decarbonization efforts.

Imerys is listed on Euronext Paris (France) with the ticker symbol NK.PA.

The Position

Maintenance Technician (Heavy Industrial)

Job Summary

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for the installation and rebuilding of machinery, miscellaneous equipment, and parts.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

• Ensures operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing repairs and preventive maintenance requirements on motors, pneumatic tools, gearboxes, bearings, conveyor systems, and production machines while following diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer's instructions, and engineering specifications to troubleshoot malfunctions

• Locates sources of problems by observing mechanical devices in operation, listening for problems, using precision measuring, and testing instruments

• Removes defective parts by dismantling devices, using hoists, cranes, and hand and power tools while examining form and texture of parts

• Determines changes in dimensional requirements of parts by inspecting used parts, using rules, calipers, micrometers, and other measuring instruments

• Adjusts functional parts of devices and control instruments by using hand tools, levels, plumb bobs, and straightedges

• Controls downtime by informing production workers of routine preventive maintenance techniques and monitoring compliance

• Fabricates repair parts by using machine shop instrumentation, welding, and cutting torches

• Conserves maintenance resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results

• Provides mechanical maintenance information by answering questions and requests

• Prepares mechanical maintenance reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends

• Maintains technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing technical publications, and establishing personal networks

• Maintains continuity among work teams by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs

• Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations

• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed

• Performs other duties as assigned

Skills and Attributes

• Must be able to effectively communicate both orally or written

• Must be able to work shifts as per schedule

• Must be able to work in hot and cold weather conditions

• Must be able to climb ladders and work in high places

• Must be able to lift 50 lbs unassisted

• Will be required to wear all necessary PPE

• Will require basic computer skills necessary to access/write emails