Opportunity: MAINT003111

ConMet - Canton, NC location is looking to fill a Maintenance Mechanic position to perform facility repairs, maintain machinery and mechanical/electrical equipment such as molding machines, production machines, and auxiliary equipment.

What You will Do:

• Examine production machinery such as injection molders, grinders, conveyors, robots, and glue machines to determine the cause of operational issues using a systematic troubleshooting method.
• Using prepared lockout/tag out procedures, dismantle devices as needed to gain access to and replace defective parts.
• Examine machine components to detect defects along with the root cause of the failure; adjust operational components and control instruments such as PLCs as needed maintaining original machine safety controls such as electrical interlocks.
• Repair or replace defective parts; initiate purchase order through supervisor if required while maintaining the spare parts inventory.
• When repairs are completed, monitor the restart of the repaired equipment to verify correct performance (using Lockout/tag out procedures).
• Maintain electrical equipment as originally supplied by the vendor to meet regulatory codes at the country, state and federal levels.
• Perform the installation of electrical equipment including disconnects, circuit breaker cabinets, conduit & wiring up to 480 volts and 600 amps utilizing correct NEC code compliant guidelines.
• Perform hydraulic & electrical circuit diagnostic work as required utilizing hydraulic and electrical schematics and PLC Ladder Logic.
• Perform required preventative maintenance duties according to prepared procedures, utilizing the PMC maintenance log.
• Observe and obey all company rules and regulations including the NFPA 70E Arc Flash PPE and procedures.

What you Need to be Successful:

• High school diploma/GED required
• Minimum 2 year’s college and/or trade school
• Minimum 4 years of related job experience, with emphasis on equipment maintenance and repair
• Working knowledge of the National Electrical code
• Working knowledge of PLC programming and operation
• Maintenance welding skills and mechanical knowledge
• Good working knowledge of pneumatics and hydraulics
• Ability to safety utilize a forklift and a high lift
• Proficiency in testing electrical systems and continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures, using testing devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, and personal computers as needed for diagnostic work and to maintain the safety of the system.
• Ability to complete annual RCRA Hazardous Waste Management Training; Drum/ Container Storage/Handling for Regulated and Non-Regulated Materials (may be required)

About ConMet:

ConMet, a division of Amsted Industries, is a leading global supplier of wheel hubs, structural castings, and structural plastics to original equipment manufacturers and aftermarket channels in the commercial vehicle industry. Founded in 1964, ConMet innovation has been critical in designing, engineering, and manufacturing revolutionary technologies for trucks and trailers. Today, ConMet products are standard equipment on most heavy-duty vehicles in North America and have a growing footprint worldwide.

ConMet is committed to creating products and services that align with critical customer needs. The development of more efficient products, processes, and technology that transform the way customers run and maintain their vehicles is central to ConMet’s vision.

Diversity & Inclusion Pledge:

At ConMet, differences are not ignored, but celebrated. Our goal is to encourage a deeper knowing of our people, pulling out knowledge and experiences to ignite creativity. We are committed to achieving workplace equity by intentionally creating a work environment where all people are respected, accepted and have a sense of belonging.

Because people are what drive our success, ConMet’s Diversity and Inclusion program empowers all employees to embrace their individuality and share their abilities to further our innovations, thus improving the lives of our employees and customers, and strengthening our position as a leader in our market.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive employee benefits package, including medical/dental/vision coverage, life and disability protection
• Paid Vacation accrual and Holidays
• Participation (100% company paid) in the ConMet/Amsted Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)
• Company 401k program match
• Wellness reimbursement

ConMet provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or any other characteristics protected by federal, state, or local laws (“Protected Characteristics”). Ensuring fair wages is an important Company value. Accordingly, the Company will not pay wages to any employee at a rate less than the Company pays to other employees for work that is substantially equivalent and requires comparable skills unless a bona fide factor justifies a pay differential. The Company prohibits pay disparity based on Protected Characteristics or prior salary history. The Company prohibits retaliation against employees for discussing compensation.

You should be proficient in:

• PLC Troubleshooting Skills
• Creating Preventive Maintenance Plans
• Electrical Troubleshooting Skills
• Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills
• Hydraulics Experience
• Troubleshooting Industrial Automation Equipment
• PLC Programming Experience
• PLC Wiring Experience
• Pipefitting Skills
• Machine Safety Inspections
• Troubleshooting CNC Machines
• Experience in a Manufacturing Environment

Salary info:

$24 - $26 / hr