Maintenance Tech - 1st shift at Henkel Corporation in LaGrange, Georgia

Job Description:

HENKEL IS FOR THOSE WHO STEP UP. DO YOU?

At Henkel, you can make a difference and craft your career. That’s why you own your projects and take full responsibility from an early stage. Our unique brands in markets around the world open up countless opportunities to follow your convictions and explore new paths. If you have an entrepreneurial mindset that allows you to always think out of the box - take the chance and shape the digital future together with us.

YOUR ROLE

The Maintenance Technician position serves the role of executing plant maintenance functions in support of production in the safest, most efficient manner possible for the manufacture of product that meets or exceeds our customers’ expectations.  In doing so, the Maintenance Technician bears responsibility in the following areas:

• Execution of duties in accordance with Henkel’s SHE standards and practices including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE).


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  Immediate correction of safety hazards. Stoppage of production due to concerns regarding safety, quality of product, equipment damage, etc.
  


• Execution of duties in accordance with departmental standard operating procedures including accurate and timely completion of required paperwork. Recognizance and communication of paperwork errors, work order related or otherwise.


• Engagement and ownership of one’s own work area and equipment and the work areas and equipment where maintenance functions occur.  This includes the resultant quality of work on the equipment, the related administrative work, and the level of productive achievement.


• Procurement and storage of accurate and timely spare parts.


• Maintains a professional, team-player attitude, helping other Henkel employees and temporaries exceed expectations.


• Identification and communication of Continuous Improvement (CI) opportunities.  Implementation of opportunities with supervisor approval.

YOUR SKILLS

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  Completion of any relevant maintenance training requirements. Completion of operations and safety training matrix and schedule.
  


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  Demonstrates a professional, team-player attitude toward work and co-workers. strong communication skills,
  strong organizational skills and strong problem solving skills.
  


• Must be dependable and punctual.


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  Able to understand and perform basic math. Able to lift up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis. Able to work on ladders/lift cages/skyjack.
  


• Current state driver’s license and a good driving record as defined by Henkel’s insurance carrier.


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  Documented mechanical or electrical/electronics skills training for minor repairs to manufacturing systems (not auto mechanics). Tech school diploma or degree, military training, previous job experience in a similar product environment. High school graduate or GED.
  


• Use of all PPE, Including Full Face Respirator

Henkel is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

Henkel does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Unsolicited referrals and resumes are considered Henkel property and therefore, Henkel will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited referral.  At Henkel’s request only, preferred vendors may be invited to refer talent for specific open positions. In these cases, a fully-executed agreement with Henkel must be in place and current.

All employees applying for an internal position must have a discussion with his/her manager about their interest in a job posting opportunity. The discussion will not preclude the employee from interviewing if their skills meet the job requirements.