What are the responsibilities and job description for the IEC Maintenance Technician III position at Heraeus?
Why Join Us
Safety First – Because Your Well-Being Matters
- HAZWOPER training and recertification programs to ensure employees remain compliant and prepared
- Specialized site-specific safety training tailored to our processes, equipment, and work environments
- A stringent, employee-focused safety program built on continuous improvement, accountability, and risk prevention
- Proudly operating as an ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 Certified facility, demonstrating our commitment to quality, environmental responsibility, and operational excellence
Benefits Include
- 2 weeks of PTO, 9 paid holidays, and paid sick time
- Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Paid Family Leave benefits
- 401(k) with a 5% company match (fully vested at hire)
- Company-paid life and disability insuranceGrow Your Career & Your Earnings
- Paid training and tuition reimbursement
- Clear pathways for career advancement
- Opportunities to increase earnings as you build skills, certifications, and experience
- Build a long-term career in a stable, growing industry focused on sustainability and the circular economy
- Work with advanced precious metals refining and recycling technologies that support industries around the worldLocation Advantage
- Convenient access just off the I-5 corridor
- Located approximately 10 minutes north of Disneyland and 15–20 minutes from Knott's Berry Farm
Why Heraeus?
Join a company where safety comes first, quality matters, innovation drives our future, and your career can grow alongside an industry leader in precious metals refining and recycling.
Purpose of the Job
The IEC Maintenance Mechanic exists to effectively and efficiently repair and maintain existing equipment and fabricate and install new equipment in order to meet production goals and expectations on a consistent basis while maintaining compliance with Environmental, Health, & Safety Standards.
Company Overview
Heraeus is a family-owned global technology group headquartered in Hanau, Germany. The company’s roots go back to a family pharmacy started in 1660. With its expertise and resources, Heraeus has been making meaningful contributions over generations and is committed to do so in the future. Today, the group bundles diverse activities in four Business Platforms: Metals & Recycling, Healthcare, Semiconductor & Electronics, as well as Industrials. Customers benefit from innovative technologies and solutions based on broad materials knowledge and technological leadership.
In the 2023 financial year, the group generated revenues of €25.6 billion (US$27.7 billion*) with approximately 16,400 employees in 40 countries. Heraeus is one of the top 10 family-owned companies in Germany.
PURPOSE/SUMMARY:
The primary purpose of this role is to effectively and efficiently repair and maintain existing equipment as well as complete the fabrication and installation of new equipment in order to meet production goals and expectations. All work shall be performed on a consistent basis and maintain compliance with Environmental, Health, & Safety Standards. Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment that contains moving parts and equipment such as agitators, pumps, and forklifts. Work areas will often be near hazardous chemicals such as acids, oxidizers, petroleum products, and reducing agents. The technician will also work with and/or around piping systems and equipment containing may contain hazardous chemicals, high pressure, or high temperature. Work task will also require working with equipment containing high and low voltage energy sources. Appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) is required including, but not limited to, hearing protection, half-mask air respirator, safety goggles, etc. Adherence to all Heraeus, OSHA, and other applicable safety procedures are strictly required.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES (other duties may be assigned as required):
- Inspect, analyze, and troubleshoot issues with equipment, control systems, and electrical systems within the facility
- Repair and/or replace faulty equipment or infrastructure in accordance with applicable standards
- Assemble and/or fabricate new components as needed
- Perform all work in accordance with Heraeus Standard Operation Procedures (SOP’s), Manufacturer Recommendations, or applicable code requirements
- Follow work instructions and other direction from Team Lead or Maintenance Supervisor
- Prepare and complete maintenance documentation, such as work orders and preventive maintenance forms, as required.
- Possess good communication skills, with the ability to communicate in English for the purpose of participating in end of shift turnovers
- Adhere to all safety guidelines and applicable company policies
- Must participate in the continual improvement program and work within the guidelines of ISO 9001:2000 and ISO 14001.
- Provide training to new employees if assigned to by supervisor
- Provide guidance to other team members on task related to electrical, instrumentation, and controls
- Responsible for maintaining a clean and orderly work area
- Repair and maintain all equipment (pumps, GLVs, filter presses, etc.) to industry standards
- Ability to wear a half-mask respirator
- Ability to operate forklift, scissor lift, and pallet jack
- Must have electrical background and must have experience with High Voltage up to 480V
- Must have experience in Automation and PLC’s
- Ability to read and draw electrical wiring diagrams mandatory
- Ability to build control boxes and panels
- Ability to troubleshoot wiring and PLC issues
- Ability to work on instrumentation: flowmeter, level sensors, pH/ORP instruments, and more
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
- High school diploma
- Detail oriented
- 10 years working as an electrician and/or controls technician in a chemical plant
- SAP experience preferred
- Computer skillset preferred
- Self-starter, requiring minimal supervision
Pay: $31.00 - $39.50 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
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $31 - $40