Reliability Technician

Reliability Technician

Location:

Joplin, MO, 64804, US

Function:
Manufacturing

Audience:
Hourly

Work Arrangement:
On Site

Requisition

Reports To:

Reliability Lead and Maintenance Leader

The Reliability Technician role is to perform all equipment and facilities related electrical, mechanical, sheet metal, welding, instrument, and pipe fitting work. Utilizes process and maintenance knowledge to assist in the planning and performance of all tasks. Participates in teams to develop and implement solutions. The successful candidate must have a passion for safety and be able to foster effective working relationships built upon trust and respect within all levels of the organization.

• Ensure that department and Owens Corning safety rules are being communicated and followed, including PPE usage.
• Know plant EHS goals or requirements and insure goals are met on a daily basis.
• Assist, train, and coach employees in electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic maintenance and the repair of machinery and equipment. Assist in diagnostics.
• Maintain a clean and safe workplace in accordance with 5S protocol.
• Assist in controlling material and labor costs and efficiencies in the department.
• Assist in efforts to control waste, cost reductions, and process improvements.
• Recommend equipment upgrades, replacements, and repair as necessary.
• Communicate information to the Leader and department employees of the next shift to ensure effective and safe operations, efficient equipment and material usage, and quality assurance.
• Other activities as may be assigned to maintain production requirements of the plant. Work assignments will be made at the discretion of the plant Leaders.

• Minimum of two (2) years in related maintenance trade or occupation that involved electrical, hydraulic machinery and equipment in a manufacturing environment.
• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or have the right to work in the U.S.

• Experience with plant-wide compressed air systems, fluid power operations/maintenance, and complex process water systems preferred.
• Certification/Two year associate's degree in a technical related field highly preferred.
• Experience operating powered industrial equipment such as forklift, skid steer loader, overhead cranes, and hoists.

• Ability to work safely and maintain a safe work environment; communicate issues and take corrective actions when safety issues arise.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English.
• Must be able to troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues.
• Excellent mechanical, electrical, and controls aptitude.
• Basic welding skills.
• Machining operations (bores, keyways, drill press, grinding, lathe, mill) a plus.
• Hydraulic troubleshooting, repair, and improvement abilities.
• Ability to properly, precisely align belt, gear or direct coupled shafts using proper tools to specified tolerances.
• Ability to read technical prints and documents.
• Ability to write, edit, and evaluate standard work.
• Capable of working without direct supervision and able to understand verbal and written instructions.
• Willingness to support training and cross‑functional efforts.
• Must have the ability to train and coach others.
• Must possess strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Must have strong process acumen and high mechanical aptitude.
• Must be able to secure and maintain job‑related qualifications and certifications as required by the nature of this position.
• Basic computer applications and familiarity of maintenance management systems.
• Must have the ability to multi‑task and work well in a team environment.
• Must have strong internal and external customer service skills.
• Must be able to perform mathematical calculations including arithmetic, algebra, and geometry.
• Excellent safety record and attendance record.
• Familiar with Six Sigma, TPM, and 5S practices.
• Excellent integrity.
• Be able to work 12‑hour shifts, overtime, weekends/holidays as scheduled and non‑routine call‑ins.
• Pass drug screen prior to employment.
• Acceptable background check.
• Pass pre‑employment physical.
• Pass…