Industrial Maintenance Technician

Minerals Technologies

  • Ghent, KY
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 27 days ago
Overview:Minerals Technologies Inc. (MTI) is a leading, technology-driven specialty minerals company that develops, produces, and markets a broad range of mineral and mineral-based products, related systems and services. MTI serves a wide range of consumer and industrial markets, including household and personal care, paper, foundry, steel, construction and environmental solutions around the world. The company reported global sales of $2.1 billion in 2024.What We Offer:
  • Competitive pay, commensurate with experience
  • Health/Dental/Vision plans
  • 401k company match
  • Life Insurance
  • Short Term Disability & Long-Term Disability
  • Educational Assistance
  • Employee Assistance Plan
Position: Steel Mill Maintenance TechnicianLocation: USA | Ghent, KYThis is considered a safety sensitive position therefore will be subject to random drug testing as required.SummaryThis position is a senior-level shop employee who functions at a high level of capacity in several key areas, including acting as turn leader (where appropriate), having expertise with all equipment - plus troubleshooting, being available to assist in other shops, performing preventive equipment maintenance, and handling certain administrative/recordkeeping functions. Responsibilities:Primary Duties & ResponsibilitiesApply material (product) and use all relevant equipment as requiredFollow all standard operating procedures regarding equipment and applications of productRegularly perform specialty applications, e.g., iron ladles, steel ladles, tundishesAssist in the rotation of product inventory and minimize usage of consumables.Be proficient in all aspects of equipment operation, maintenance and troubleshootingUnderstand all equipment operations; keep equipment clean and in working orderPerform advanced preventive maintenance of all equipmentPerform advanced troubleshooting of all equipmentOperate as turn leader, where appropriateCommunicate with Shop Supervisor regarding performance or policy compliance issuesAssists in administrative/recordkeeping functionsRecord consumable parts usage and monitor inventory of partsComplete turn paperwork and submit it as required by Shop SupervisorMaintain recordkeeping and field trial reportsDemonstrate proper equipment usage and knowledge of product applicationDemonstrate preventive maintenance and actively advocate safety awarenessLead by example regarding policy compliance, standard operating procedures, etc.Assist in emergency call outs, help in other shops, and handle special applicationsRespond to emergency equipment call outsAccept temporary fill in work at other shops, including, e.g., for blast furnaces and steel ladlesMaintain a strong focus on satisfying the customerMaintain a professional, high profile with the customerAssist in new trials provide feedback to Service and other managersAssist in the testing of new products, provide feedbackIdentify new sales opportunities, suggest new ideas· Safety – Actively participate in our on-going safety culture which include the following:· Follow All Safety Requirements of the Host Mill· Clarity Net· Near Miss Reporting· Risk Assessment· Stop Card ProgramOE/LeanActively participates in the implementation of sustainable improvement processes, such as 5S, Kaizen, Total Productive Maintenance (TPM), Daily Management Control, Standard Work and Problem Solving.Note: Management reserves the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Qualifications:Qualifications/RequirementsThe requirements listed in the sections that follow are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or abilities required to perform the duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions (primary duties) of the job.Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent.Knowledge: Progressive experience in Service positions, previous steel-making or other related experience. Experienced with hydraulics, pneumatics, electricity and electronics, personal computer, and lasers. Thorough knowledge of Company products, applications and equipment for each task.Skills & Abilities: Outstanding technical, mechanical, plus leadership/influence, performance management basics, communication, interpersonal, adaptability, ability to learn quickly and work independently, initiative, integrity, customer and quality focus, analysis and judgment/problem-solving, safety awareness and planning and organizing. Must be able to operate equipment such as forklift, gun, caster equipment, wire feeder, laser, SEQUAD, Mag-O-Star, etc.Physical & Mental: Ability to lift to 50 pounds (or more in certain shops). Must be able to withstand the physical pressures of constant standing, walking, bending, climbing, kneeling, crouching, reaching, sitting, extremes of hot and cold, as well as carrying, lifting, pushing and pulling heavy objects. Must be able to gather data, draw conclusions and handle a high level of stress. General: May require working rotating shifts, emergency call outs, and overtime. Must wear all required safety gear. May be requested to travel.Company Overview:Minerals Technologies Inc. (MTI) is a leading, technology-driven specialty minerals company that develops, produces, and markets a broad range of mineral and mineral-based products, related systems and services. MTI serves a wide range of consumer and industrial markets, including household and personal care, paper, foundry, steel, construction and environmental solutions around the world.MTI focuses on two major segments – Consumer & Specialties and Engineered Solutions.Our Consumer & Specialties segment includes our Household & Personal Care and Specialty Additives product lines.Our Engineered Solutions segment includes our High-Temperature Technologies and Environmental & Infrastructure product lines.MTI is committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive work environment for all employees. In our offices around the world, our differences are respected and valued as essential to MTI’s continued growth and innovation. Our goal is to ensure that all employees at MTI experience our workplace as a welcoming and respectful environment where they can achieve their full potential.

Minerals Technologies