Maintenance Technician

As the Maintenance Technician, you will regularly inspect industrial machinery and equipment to identify signs of wear, damage, or malfunction.

 

ICL Specialty Fertilizers has a manufacturing plant in North Charleston, SC. This facility manufactures controlled-release fertilizer brands Osmocote®, Agroblen®, and Agrocote®.  The shift assignment of this position varies and does involve occasional overtime, weekend, and holiday coverage as necessary.   

 

I’m interested! What will I get to do in this position? 

• Diagnose mechanical and electrical equipment issues and perform necessary repairs or replacements of faulty components.
• Respond to equipment breakdowns and emergencies promptly to minimize production downtime.
• Conduct and document planned maintenance activities to prevent equipment breakdowns and ensure optimal performance.
• Responsible for keeping equipment in top condition for safe and efficient production results.
• Identify opportunities to improve equipment reliability, efficiency, and maintenance procedures.
• Operate machines as needed for both troubleshooting and to supplement production requirements during busy periods.
• Safely operate cranes, power tools, hoists, and hand tools.
• Assess the condition of used parts using micrometers, calipers, and specifications.
• Maintain parts and tools inventory by checking parts out and keeping inventory organized.
• Ensure that all maintenance activities are performed safely, and that the equipment complies with safety standards and regulations.
• Maintaining detailed logs of maintenance activities, repairs, and parts used.
• Working with other departments to identify and address equipment issues.
• Any other duties as required.

What skills and experience do I need to be successful in this role? 

• At least 5 years of experience in either industrial maintenance or a combination of related technical education and work experience.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associate degree in a technical discipline or equivalent technical school degree preferred.
• Ability to use technical manuals, blueprints, and engineering sketches as required.
• Aptitude to analyze problems, identify root causes, and develop solutions.
• Understanding of electric motors and motor systems with essential electrical knowledge and troubleshooting ability – 480 volt and lower.
• Basic familiarity with instrumentation such as level, flow, temperature, PLCs, and HMIs.
• Robust mechanical knowledge and troubleshooting ability of conveying systems, rotating equipment, fans, pneumatics, packaging equipment (50lb bagger, palletizer and stretch wrapper) and more preferred.
• Capable of lifting at least 50 lbs., frequently walking up/down stairs and comfortable entering confined spaces.
• Able to arc (stick) and MIG weld (Stainless welding a plus) preferred.
• Experience with Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS); specific experience with QAD EAM considered a plus.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to effectively interact with all levels of the organization.

 

Compensation at ICL: If you are hired at ICL, your final base salary compensation will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, and/or experience. We also offer a generous benefits package (more information on benefits listed below).

Salary Range: $26.92 - $32.00 per hour

Annual Bonus Target: 5%, subject to plan provisions.

We've Got You Covered

ICL is committed to offering you a comprehensive set of benefits to empower you and your family physically, mentally, emotionally, and financially. The benefits we offer to our diverse and inclusive workforce include:

• Competitive base pay and performance bonus
• Medical, dental, vision, and life benefits that start quickly – the first of the month after hire
• Tax-advantaged health savings and spending accounts (when applicable)
• Wellness Incentive Program to lower your health insurance cost
• Generous Leave and FMLA policies
• Prescription program that provides most generic maintenance medications at no cost (including Insulin products & EpiPens)
• 401k eligibility from day one of employment with a generous company matching contribution. 100% vested after one year of service
• Employee Student Loan Assistance Program
• Free membership to a program that offers various discounts for travel, entertainment, groceries, and much more

To learn more, visit:  https://icl-growingsolutions.com/en-us/

Who is ICL?

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