Maintenance Technician in Saxonburg, Pennsylvania at Luxfer Magtech - Saxonburg

Luxfer MEL Technologies, a proud partner of the United States Armed Forces, Red Cross and FEMA for over 30 years is HIRING!

We are currently hiring for a Maintenance Technician in our Saxonburg facility. Our Maintenance Technicians help to keep the plant working so we can create the specialty powders needed for products related to military Meals Ready to Eat (MRE's), Counter Measure Devices, aerospace technology, pyrotechnics and more.

This position is responsible for repairing and maintaining production equipment, training of production team in basic maintenance, organizing spare parts, and coordination of maintenance tasks. Duties include: electrical, pneumatic, electronic, hydraulic, mechanical, welding and machine shop. Maintenance Technicians also work closely with Production and supporting departments to assist in the startup, running, and troubleshooting of production machines. Excellent verbal and written communication skills needed to work as a team.

Main duties to include, troubleshooting, tear downs and re-assemble machines and machine parts. Creates suitable sketches and plans for replacing, substituting, or improving machine parts for each unique maintenance situation. Use common precision measuring instruments and gauges.

Teamwork, strong work ethic, attention to detail and ability to communicate clearly in a production environment are some of the qualities you need to be successful in this role.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

• 2-year degree or certification in an electrical or mechanical specialty with three years’ electrical and mechanical maintenance experience repairing high speed machinery, or 5+ years electrical/mechanical maintenance experience repairing production machinery
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Must be familiar with NEC
• Excellent understanding of Electrical/PLC with certification is a plus.
• Adherence to health and safety regulations (e.g. constant use of protective gear)
• Analytical skills
• Physical stamina and strength to lift up to 50lbs.
• High school diploma or equivalent; technical degree is a plus

BENEFITS:

• medical, dental, vision, term life insurance
• 401K - 6% company match, vested after 2 years
• 10 paid holidays throughout the year
• 2 weeks’ vacation (80 hours), 2 personal days (16 hours), 5 sick days (40 hours)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Company provided uniforms
• Annual stipend for approved safety shoes
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 annually for job-related education and career growth
• Stock Options
• Potential to earn annual bonus
• Paid time off to volunteer
• Quarterly/annual pay increases
• No weekend work
  

Luxfer Magtech is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, veteran status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status or disability (in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act) with respect to employment opportunities.