Job Description

Maintenance Technician



Since 2022, Associated Materials / Alside has been undergoing a transformation to maximize our potential through investments in people, operations, and brands.



If you want to be part of a company where your ideas and input are more than just encouraged-they are valued-this is the place for you. At Associated Materials / Alside, your contributions will provide an immediate and lasting impact, helping us achieve what is possible.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Our mission is to empower our employees to provide quality, innovative, and sustainable products for beautiful, energy-efficient homes. Our vision- enhancing the places we live and work, one at a time, for generations to come!


The role of the Maintenance Technician is crucial in providing technical support for the AM's Maintenance department, resolving complex maintenance issues, and ensuring the seamless operation of machinery and equipment. This position involves professional and collaborative coordination and communication with other departments.



The Maintenance Technician performs preventive and predictive maintenance, repairs machinery and equipment to original standards, and responds to trouble calls to support production and other departments. They are also responsible for projects supporting plant requirements and ensuring adherence to safety and best-practice procedures.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Mechanical Systems: Analyze and repair mechanical systems, troubleshoot breakdowns, and identify areas for future concern. Electrical Systems: Analyze and repair electrical systems, troubleshoot breakdowns, and identify areas for future concern. Equipment Installation and Relocation: Safely handle the installation and relocation of equipment and machinery, ensuring proper functioning in production and support areas. Pneumatic Systems: Analyze and repair pneumatic systems, troubleshooting breakdowns, and identifying areas for future concern. Hydraulic Systems: Analyze and repair hydraulic systems, troubleshoot breakdowns, and identify areas for future concern. CNC and Pneumatic Equipment: Troubleshoot and repair all CNC and pneumatic equipment on production lines, including installing and setting up new machinery. Preventive Maintenance: Perform scheduled preventive maintenance (PM) activities. All other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS:

2-3 years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment. Knowledge of Servo drives and motors, software-controlled CNC machinery, and PLC's. Proficiency in selecting, using, and safely handling tools and equipment. Basic working knowledge of mathematical concepts, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and some use of geometry and trigonometry.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The atmosphere is that of a manufacturing plant. The position will primarily work where moving machinery produces noise. Employees must wear Personal Protective Equipment that is issued for that location. Temperature can range from extreme cold to extreme heat. Physical demands may include standing, walking, sitting, lifting, carrying, climbing, pushing/pulling, forward bending, reaching, kneeling, crouching, squatting, crawling, postural balancing, manipulating, trunk rotation, handling, gripping, and talking (hearing).



Associated Materials is a leader in exterior building products for residential and commercial remodeling and new construction markets. We produce vinyl windows, vinyl and composite siding and accessories, and metal building products-and distribute other essential building products to ensure customers find everything they need for their exterior.



Headquartered in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, more than 4,000 associates across North America support Associated Materials. We operate 11 manufacturing facilities and more than 100 Alside and over 20 Gentek supply centers across the United States and Canada. Through our unique combination of award-winning products, manufacturing and distribution operations, installation solutions, and support services, the opportunities at Associated Materials are endless!

Associated Materials ... Building Products Better

Associated Materials, LLC. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance. We also make reasonable accommodations for disabled employees and applicants, as required by law.



Associated Materials is an equal opportunity employer.



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Compensation: Starting at $23.00/hour