Maintenance Leader at Applied Industrial Technologies in Laguna, NM

Role Summary:

We are seeking a General Maintenance Technician for our facility. This role will be responsible for understanding role responsibilities and supporting the manufacturing and facility operations through the competent execution of general maintenance activities.

Responsibilities & Requirements:

• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment.
• Complete all assigned safety training on time and follow all safety policies and procedures.
• Use knowledge of Safety Data Sheets for proper handling and disposal of hazardous materials.
• Make certain that all disposal drums and containers are properly labeled.
• Daily inspection of chip hoppers at each machine and dump in proper recycle container (brass, aluminum, steel) as required.
• Manage and properly dispose of all shop floor cardboard, trash, and crates on a daily basis.
• Regularly check all oily rag and sorbent drums throughout shop and properly dispose of as required.
• Exchange paint booth drums as required; properly label and store in Haz-Mat Building.
• Separate trash from corrugate for proper disposal and safely operate cardboard compactor; manage cardboard bales by neatly storing them in the warehouse yard.
• Manage non-hazardous wastewater storage and schedule removal.
• Maintain oil storage and maintain oil inventory levels.
• Maintain recyclable items such as plastic, paper, and aluminum.
• Maintain Hazardous Material Building. Organize and store all drums and containers in appropriate areas.
• Manage waste oil drum and skids. Maintain interior and exterior cleanliness and organization of Building.
• Maintain scrap pallets and crates by neatly stacking and staging them for disposal in the warehouse yard.
• Maintain warehouse yard in a neat, organized manner at all times.
• Maintain compactor areas in a neat, organized manner.
• Other non-technical facility related tasks such as painting, and cleaning as assigned by supervisor.
• Must have a safety-first mindset; follow all safety policies and procedures, and maintain a safe, organized work environment at all times.
• Immediately report all safety observations, near-misses or other potential safety hazards.
• Other duties as assigned.

Preferred Experience / Skills:

• Experience working in an industrial manufacturing environment.
• Good interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
• Good basic math, computer and reasoning skills.
• Use of basic hand and power tools.
• Knowledge of safe and proper cleaning procedures.
• Engaged, self-motivated team player who takes pride in quality and accomplishment.
• Must exhibit ethical behavior, integrity and respect for others.
• Should have a conscientious, can-do attitude and be relied upon to complete all work on time under minimal supervision.
• Effectively communicates both verbally and in writing to keep supervisor, team members or other departments informed of issues.
• HS Diploma / GED and 3-5 years relevant experience