Maintenance- Maintenance Technician II at Scepter Manufacturing, LLC in Miami, Oklahoma

Job Description:

Scepter, a Myers Industries Company (NYSE: MYE), is a leading manufacturer of portable plastic containers for marine, consumer and military applications. Through smart choices and smarter design, the business doubled in size, started winning innovation awards, and earned a full 95% of the global marine fuel tank market. For the military, Scepter developed better packaging for the safe handling and storage of heavy caliber ammunition, converting from metal to plastic as the new standard. Their military fuel can is known by armies the world over as a "Scepter Can." When Scepter turned its attention to the retail market, the company soon became trusted throughout the world for producing rugged, ergonomic, and easy-to-use fuel containers. Steady growth and expansion ensured Canada operations were strengthened with the purchase of a key facility in the heartland of America.

SUMMARY: Responsible for processing and repairing and/or replacement of machine parts to allow for continuous and efficient operations in production.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Promotes safety in the workplace by assuring all electrical and mechanical guards and other safety devices are working and in place.
• Analyzes and repairs all manufacturing equipment including, but not limited to, plastic blow molding and ancillary equipment.
• Understands and performs processing on machines to ensure machine efficiency and high quality.
• Performs routine preventive maintenance to ensure that machines continue to run smoothly.

• Uses tools ranging from common hand and power tools to precision measuring instruments and electrical and electronic testing devices.
• Performs complex problem solving using the understanding of electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic schematics and blueprints.
• Promotes quality manufacturing by ensuring all quality testing and inspections are completed.
• Promotes good teamwork between self and others, ensuring that all Maintenance employees work together harmoniously in support of our production needs.
• Instrumental in development and mentoring of apprentices.

• Teaches and transfers knowledge of mechanical aptitude to others.
• Required to be fully engaged in CMMS asset reliability program and development
• Actively participates in Scepter's Safety Programs, such as DuPont STOP audits and reports all near misses and first aid incidents.
• Promotes and maintains 6S principles throughout the facility

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Minimum of one year experience in maintenance in a manufacturing facility required
• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Knowledge in electrical, electronics, pneumatics, hydraulics, and/or reading blueprints required

• Must be able to operate, understand, and transfer knowledge of all machinery and equipment
• Strong reading, mathematical and communication skills required

• Lock Out/Tag Out certification required
• Welding experience
• Must own full set of hand tools and tool box as required for Scepter work environment
• Certification on all Powered Industrial Equipment (PIE) from Scepter will be required

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT: The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work conditions consistent with a manufacturing environment. Frequent exposure to manufacturing operations requires the ability to use all necessary safety equipment. Standing, walking, stooping, and bending are frequent and required. Must be able to tolerate repetitive motions for extended periods of time. Must be able to lift up to 60 pounds frequently. Ability to stand for at least 8 hours on concrete surface is required. Must be able to tolerate extreme temperatures.

Myers Industries, Inc. is an equal opportunity at will employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, disability, sex, sexual orientation or national origin.

Other details

• Job Function Manufacturing
• Pay Type Hourly