Are you looking for a challenging yet rewarding career that allows you to utilize your skills to their fullest potential? Do you want to join a team of hardworking, enthusiastic and creative people and enjoy working with a company that recognizes and embraces diversity? Do you take pride working with a company that is committed to being a great corporate citizen and playing a role in producing the highest quality products and services?
If you answered yes to any of these questions, then Pridgeon and Clay is the place for you…
Founded in 1948 by John Pridgeon and Donald Clay, we are one of the largest independent, value-added manufacturers and suppliers of automotive stamped and fine-blanked components in the United States.
If you want to put your highly capable mechanical skills to use, consider joining our team as a maintenance technician. Our company is interested in hiring someone with a vast knowledge of maintenance systems, mechanical processes and production output. You will use your skillset to assist in the improvement of our productivity, help make our mechanical systems more efficient, install new machinery, troubleshoot various issues with equipment, repair mechanical parts and maintain the system for maximum output. You would be working in a fast-paced industrial setting, where every day is unique and interesting. Your focus on following all safety guidelines, maintenance schedules, manufacturer's recommendations and other best practices will help you find a high level of success in this role.
The Maintenance Technician 2 solves equipment-related manufacturing challenges, maximizing equipment efficiency to achieve team goals in an exemplary manner according to the company quality policies.
Qualified candidates will possess the following Minimum Requirements:
- High school diploma or GED
- Completion of an Associate’s Degree in Industrial Maintenance Technology (or similar program)
- Ability to train, teach, and assess other Maintenance Technician trainees, leading and mentoring in a team environment
- Experience in machine repair of metal stamping equipment, spot/resistance welding equipment, robotic welders, or grinding and finishing equipment
- Experience in operating all “tools of the trade” including welding, mills, lathes, cutting equipment, metal shear and brake, and drill presses
- Ability to assist with managing projects and resources effectively, including PLC programming and troubleshooting, understanding advanced electrical prints and schematics to facilitate complex repairs or installation of equipment
- Ability to read, follow and understand electrical, mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic drawings, blueprints, schematics, code requirements, service manuals and manufacturers’ specifications
- Welding, layout and construction skills including art, MIG, TIG aluminum, TIG steel, and oxy-acetylene welding along with the use of the plasma cutter
- Proven mechanical inclination and general math and manufacturing knowledge through standardized tests
- Computer literacy
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- An excellent work record, including attendance
Essential Functions:
Standard Work/Preventative Maintenance:
- Provide technical (mechanical, electrical, pneumatic/hydraulic) expertise to production teams to assist in creating and implementing the best solutions to manufacturing challenges.
- Use drawings/blueprints, schematic diagrams, service manuals, code manuals, and manufacturer’s specifications to mechanically install, modify, enhance and repair machines and mechanical equipment.
In return, Pridgeon and Clay will provide:
- A competitive total compensation including a comprehensive benefit plan with premium medical and prescription coverage starting at just $5.00 per week for employee coverage, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, and tuition reimbursement.
- A safe, team oriented work environment with a leadership team that treats you like family and values your input
- An opportunity to participate in shaping the success of the organization through continuous improvement and problem solving events
- A positive work/life balance
- An opportunity for career growth – Over 70% of our leaders have been promoted from within
