Facilities Tech

Location: Sumter, SC

About SKF:SKF has been making the world spin since 1907! SKF is an industry-leading manufacturer dedicated to a culture of belonging, where our people flourish in an equitable environment that promotes leadership development and career growth. SKF bearings played an integral role in helping Mars Rover collect rock and regolith samples on the planet’s surface.

As an SKF team member, you will join 40,000 colleagues from more than 130 countries developing bearing technology and services that make rotation more reliable and sustainable. Sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. SKF aims to have net zero greenhouse gas emissions at all our production facilities by 2030.

SKF products keep vehicles rolling, power the machines that put food on your table, and even reach into the cosmos as part of the Mars rover mission. Founded in Sweden in 1907, today SKF is publicly traded on the Nasdaq Stockholm with annual sales in 2020 of approximately $10 billion.

Summary:This position is primarily responsible for the lubrication, preventative maintenance, and repair of production machinery.
SKF in Sumter, S.C. is a world-class manufacturing site with new line design and installation of state-of-the-art equipment and handling systems. SKF offers solutions around the rotating shaft, including bearings, seals, lubrication management, condition monitoring and maintenance services. The SKF Sumter, SC sites played an integral role in helping Mars Rover collect rock and regolith samples on the planet’s surface.

Duties and Responsibilities (included but not limited to):

• Performs preventative maintenance assignments and duties as scheduled and/or required, reports findings to supervisor, and takes appropriate actions.
• Troubleshoots and repairs electrical and mechanical malfunctions of machines and equipment.
• Performs diagnosis and repair of electric motor and control circuits.
• Performs disassemble and assemble electrical wires, connections, conduit, motors, controls, etc. on de-energized machinery/equipment and facility.
• Notifies supervisor of recurring equipment malfunctions and corrective action taken, and of quality problems or supplies needed.
• Starts machines and equipment to test operation following repair.
• May operate welding, fabricating, or machining equipment to repair or make replacement parts.
• Performs lubrication and oiling on machines including the change of hydraulic fluids and filters.
• Ensures that oil, water, and coolant spills are cleaned up, and waste materials are disposed of within Company and regulatory guidelines.
• Handles and disposes of coolants and oils within Company and regulatory guidelines.
• Responsible for maintaining a clean and safe environment including identification of unsafe conditions.
• May assist supervisor or engineering department to modify designs of machine components such as guarding, hydraulic, or mechanical drive systems.
• Performs continuous improvement (lean) activities as may be assigned or required.
• Performs other duties and assignments as scheduled and/or required.

Requirements/Qualifications:

• A high school diploma or the equivalent.
• Two (2) years of manufacturing experience.
• Basic understanding of CNC machine functions.
• Must be in good physical condition with an ability to stoop, bend, and lift up to fifty (50) pounds.
• Must be qualified in forklift operation.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.

Additional Skills Desired:

• Basic understanding and ability to use MS Excel.
• Specialized training in mechanical or electrical repairs.

What You’ll Love About SKF:Rest and Relaxation. Enjoy a generous PTO policy and 13 paid holidays.

Work/Life Integration. SKF supports work/life integration, home, family, community, personal well-being and health.

Diversity in the Workplace. At SKF, we strive to embed Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in everything we do. By developing a culture of belonging, our people can flourish; leading to an inclusive, equitable environment that promotes leadership, engagement and innovation.

Best in Class Benefits. SKF cares about the wellbeing of our employees. Comprehensive healthcare options to fit your needs and opt out payment. Added benefits include company paid life insurance, STD, LTD. Supplemental benefits include critical illness coverage, tuition reimbursement, employee discount programs, and much more!

Invest in your Future. Participate in our 401K program that boasts a 10% employer contribution: 100% match up to 5% of your elected contribution (100% Vested) plus an additional 5% company contribution. 

Reports to: Maintenance Excellence Specialist
Location: Sumter, SC
Job ID: 19389

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