Maintenance Technician (Night Shift)

These positions operate on a 12-hour shift, 2-2-3, rotation (7pm-7am). Night shift earns a shift differential of $2.00/hr. Hours worked on a weekend earn a differential of $1.50/hr for Saturdays and Sundays in addition to base hourly rate.

$2,500 signing bonus payable at 6- and 12-months of continuous employment.

Summary

The Maintenance Technician role is responsible for the general upkeep of the Balcan USA facility, repairing any problems as they are discovered before they create significant unplanned downtime. Maintenance Technicians are required to perform a wide range of tasks, including but not limited to: route-based inspections, repairs of defective equipment, fabrication, troubleshooting equipment issues, troubleshooting process issues, and detailed observations of systems.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

· Maintains a safe and clean work environment and complies with policies, procedures, rules, and regulations.

· Uses CMMS (Interal) to record maintenance work, track time, use parts from inventory, and view historical maintenance records.

· Installs, repairs, and maintains machinery and mechanical equipment

· Executes and helps to create/modify the preventive maintenance plan

· Troubleshoots and locates sources of problems by observing equipment and systems in operation.

· Dismantles machinery, replaces defective parts, and reassembles machinery.

· Determines changes in requirements of parts by observing, inspecting, and measuring with various instruments.

· Maintains inventories of equipment parts and supplies by checking stock and submitting requisitions.

· Trains production workers on routine preventive maintenance.

· Provides mechanical maintenance information by answering questions and requests.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below represent the knowledge, skill, and ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

· Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.

· Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.

· Training –Develops training that meets the three different learning types: audio, visual, and kinesthetic

· Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.

· Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems promptly; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem-solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.

· Technical Skills - Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others.

· Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.

· Oral Communication - Listens and gets clarification. Provides resolution and feedback in a timely manner.

· Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.

· Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; Supports organization's goals and values.

· Judgment - Exhibits sound and accurate judgment.

· Motivation - Sets and achieves challenging goals; Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles; Measures self against the standard of excellence.

· Planning/Organizing - Uses time efficiently. Ability to manage workload within the scheduled shift.

· Quantity - Meets productivity standards; Completes work in a timely manner; Strives to increase productivity.

· Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time.

· Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.

· Initiative - Volunteers readily; Seeks increased responsibilities; Asks for and offers help when needed.

· Innovation - Meets challenges with resourcefulness; Generates suggestions for improving work.

· Computer – Proficient in developing and managing databases to allow for the storage and ease of accessibility of relevant company safety, health, and environmental data

Education and /or Experience

· High School Diploma is required, while an Associate's Degree in a technical field or related discipline.

· 3-5 years of experience in an Industrial Manufacturing environment

· Proficient in reading drawings, diagrams, and schematics

· Familiar with Industry Safety Standards

· Familiar with Programming Logic Controllers (e.g., Allen-Bradley, B&R, Siemens)

· Desired - experience with extrusion (blown film), printing (flexographic), and plastic sheet converting.

· Experience supporting a 24/7 manufacturing facility

· Understands lean manufacturing principles

· Ability to establish a positive relationship with all levels of the organization

· Dynamic and quick to respond to an ever-changing environment

General Skills/Qualifications:

· MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) and general computer proficiency

· Excellent written and oral communication skills

· Self-starter, team player, works well with others, and maintains a positive attitude

· Creative thinker, results-oriented, focused, and attentive to detail

· Able to prioritize, multitask, and meet deadlines

· Sharp, quick, dedicated, and innovative problem solver

· Compatible core values and a drive for continuous improvement

Staffing Agency Notice

Please be advised that Balcan USA, Inc. does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party staffing agencies or recruitment firms. We will not be responsible for any fees related to resumes that are unsolicited or are submitted by third-party representatives. All communication regarding potential candidates, interviews, and employment offers must be conducted exclusively through our internal Human Resources team. We kindly ask that agencies and external recruiters respect this policy.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $28.87 - $30.75 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Pleasant Prairie, WI 53158: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Programmable logic controllers: 1 year (Preferred)
• Mechanical knowledge: 1 year (Preferred)

Language:

• English (Required)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)
• Night Shift (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $29 - $31