Gold Bond Building Products, LLC has an immediate opening for a Maintenance Tech at our Medicine Lodge, KS location. This position will report to the immediate supervisor.
Relocation not available for hourly positions.
HOURLY RATE: $25.22 Introductory straight time, moving up to $29.04 after safety training
JOB TYPE: Full Time
SCHEDULE: Day & Night Shifts Available, Overtime as Needed
JOB TITLE
Maintenance Technician (Mechanic, Electrician, Machinist, Oiler/Greaser) in a Wallboard Manufacturing Facility (Safety-Sensitive Job Duties)
Job Summary:
Install, maintain, and repair all electrical and mechanical equipment, read blueprints, and troubleshoot equipment and systems. Monitor and maintain electrical and mechanical equipment to ensure efficient operations. Setup and operate machine tool equipment, machine parts from blueprints, sketches, and broken parts. Must have the ability to use delicate measuring instruments (calipers, micrometers, etc.). Have knowledge of metals and plastics for the machining process. Maintain schedule for oiling and greasing of all plant machinery and equipment. Visually inspect and listen to production equipment and advise supervision of any abnormalities. Must be able to work up to 12-hour shifts as necessary.
Major Job Responsibilities (not all inclusive):
Troubleshoot and repair all plant electrical and mechanical equipment. Ability to read and interpret circuit diagrams and blueprints. Ability to diagnose equipment malfunctions and recommend the appropriate course of action. Use calipers and other measuring devices. Ability to fabricate, repair and /or assemble from simple or complex drawings. Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. Ability to operate a forklift. Work in elevated locations, awkward or confined positions, climb stairs and ladders and move heavy objects weighing up to 50 lbs. Must accurately identify color-coded cables and wires in variable lighting conditions. Must have good visual acuity for depth and height perception and good manual dexterity/eye coordination. Must be able to hear safety alarms, bells, and whistles while wearing NRR-rated hearing protection (earmuffs or earplugs). Must be able to wear work gloves, safety glasses, a hard hat, and safety steel-toed shoes. Must be able to effectively listen and speak over plant communication radios while in a manufacturing environment. Ability to read, speak and write in English when there is a business necessity, such as to ensure safe and efficient operations. Must know how to perform basic math/arithmetic using a calculator.
Qualifications:
Must pass written tests, and hands on cutting and welding tests. Must live within 15 minutes of the plant for day shift positions.
EQUIPMENT
Company provided equipment may include computer, electronic mobile devices such as an iPad for preventative maintenance program tracking, small hand tools, power tools, lift truck, scissor lift, shop equipment, welding equipment, lifting/ hoisting equipment, floor cleaning equipment, electrical testing equipment, specialized machining tools and equipment, grease guns, lubricating tools, hand carts, and lockout/tagout safety devices.
BENEFITS INCLUDE:
While benefits may vary from location to location, our programs include, but are not limited to, competitive salary, healthcare retirement accounts and much, much more.
· Bonus at 3 months, 6 months, and 1 year based off maintaining a safe record, maintaining good job performance, and maintaining good attendance
· Paid holidays (8 hour holiday pay plus 1 ½ x pay if required to work) (must be with the company for 30 days and work 130 hours to be eligible)
· Sick pay
· Vacation within the first year of employment
· Paid parental leave
· 401K
COMPANY INFORMATION:
National Gypsum Company, headquartered in Charlotte, NC, is the exclusive service provider of reliable, high-performance building products marketed under the Gold Bond®, ProForm® and PermaBASE® brands. The National Gypsum name – through its Gold Bond®, ProForm® and PermaBASE® product lines – has been synonymous with high-quality, innovative products, and exceptional customer service since 1925.
For decades, we have saved our customers time and money by providing the industry’s best, most reliable building products, resources and services. We are Building Products for a Better Future® one project at a time.
National Gypsum Company operates as a family of companies working together toward a common goal with collaboration and open communication. Our corporate entities include: NG Corporate, LLC; National Gypsum Services Company; Gold Bond Building Products, LLC; Gold Bond Canada, LLC; ProForm Finishing Products, LLC; PermaBASE Building Products, LLC; and Unifix Inc.
Hiring Entity: gold bond building products, llc
The above information on this description has been designated to indicate the general nature and level of work. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of an associate assigned to this position. The company enforces a tobacco-free policy at all its locations.
All National Gypsum Company and corporate affiliate companies, including: NG Corporate, LLC, National Gypsum Services Company, Gold Bond Building Products, LLC, Gold Bond Canada, LLC, ProForm Finishing Products, LLC, PermaBASE Building Products, LLC and Unifix Inc, are Equal Opportunity Employers. Please visit www.nationalgypsum.com to view all of our exciting employment opportunities. Employment contingent upon successful completion of background investigation. Pre-employment drug screening is required. All companies participate in E-Verify. E-Verify is an internet-based system that compares information from an employee’s Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, to data from U.S. Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration records to confirm employment eligibility. www.dhs.gov/e-verify.
· Interested / Qualified candidates please apply online on Indeed.com or in person at: 1218 SW Mill Rd. Medicine Lodge, KS 67104
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $25.22 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) 3% Match
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- On-the-job training
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Relocation assistance
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 12 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Evening shift
- Night shift
- Overtime
- Weekends as needed
Supplemental pay types:
- Differential pay
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: In person