Maintenance Technician - 3rd Shift

Tru Vue Inc.

Shift: Sunday-Thursday 10:00pm - 6:30am

Apogee Enterprises, Inc. (NASDAQ: APOG), was founded in 1949 and is headquartered in Minneapolis, MN. Apogee is a growing, profitable company with annual revenues approaching $1.5 billion. We provide distinctive metal and glass solutions for enclosing commercial buildings, and glass and acrylic solutions for picture framing and display applications. To learn more visit: www.apog.com.

The Apogee Performance Surfaces segment has grown from $100M to $200M in revenue through a recent acquisition. Our brands in the Performance Surfaces portfolio develop and manufacture high-performance coated materials for a variety of applications, including wall décor, museums, graphic design, architectural interiors, digital display, and industrial flooring markets. We are the global leader in anti-reflective, conservation grade electrostatic dissipative, high-definition, and abrasion resistance coatings, that provide protection, innovative designs, and exceptional durability.

Purpose and Scope

Maintain, repair, calibrate, adapt and improve controls, power supplies and equipment in a timely manner to assure that production and uptime goals are met and equipment is proactively maintained. Also responsible for assisting in development of work instructions, training and certifying team members and assisting in special projects.

Expected Outcomes/Job Functions

Safety Expectations:

1. Responsible for performing all job requirements in a safe manner and being a proactive safety role model with co-workers.
2. Responsible for correcting/reporting unsafe behaviors or equipment to ensure a safe working environment.
3. Responsible for cleanliness within the work department.
4. Responsible for attending all monthly safety training meetings.
5. Encouraged to engage in extracurricular safety programs (ie: 1st responders, safety meeting presenters, safety committee, audits).

Responsibilities:

1. Lead the maintenance of all equipment. Ability to obtain thorough technical knowledge of plant operations, equipment and processes.
2. Perform preventive maintenance and re-build parts as required.
3. Perform basic plumbing installation and repairs.
4. Assists with inventories and controls stock of supplies. Use iMaint to determine inventory levels.
5. Performs duties in a safe manner using all approved safety equipment as instructed.
6. Performs duties in accordance with business process documentation.
7. Maintains an effective working relationship with all department employees.
8. Applies good work habits.
9. Maintains a neat and orderly working area throughout the work day.
10. Complete Tru Vue Train the Trainer program.
11. Train Maintenance Level 1 employees on necessary skills to achieve Level 2 Maintenance.
12. Utilize Lean Sigma and Continuous Improvement techniques to improve overall plant operations (safety, quality, productivity, OEE).

Minimum Qualifications

1. Able to use iMaint (CMMS) to document all work. Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook).
2. General fabrication skills such as welding (ARC, MIG & TIG), torch, cutting equipment, grinders, and able to follow simple blue prints.
3. Able to obtain and maintain current license for powered industrial equipment.
4. Able to perform basic plumbing installation and repairs.
5. Able to use mechanical measuring devices and complex testing equipment (VOM, pH and Conductivity meters).
6. Able to apply general mechanical knowledge/abilities.
7. Able to read basic electrical blue prints and meters.
8. Able to troubleshoot with minimal supervision.
9. Able to write SOPs.
10. Ability to train others.
11. Ability to learn Lean Sigma and Continuous Improvement techniques to improve overall plant operations (safety, quality, productivity, OEE).

Education and Experience

( minimum requirements )

1. High school diploma or equivalent GED required.
2. 5+ years of experience or technical degree in related field and 2-5 years of experience as industrial maintenance mechanic.
3. Proven ability in mechanical and electrical repair.
4. Understanding of vacuum systems preferred.
5. Lathe and mill experience helpful.

Attributes

1. Clear sense of urgency and ability to manage priorities to meet immediate needs and long term goals.
2. High sensitivity to quality, attention to detail, and on time delivery of materials and services.
3. Sensitive to other cultures / backgrounds, able to work in a multi-cultural workplace.
4. Demonstrated ability to work and cross train in a team environment.
5. Ability to lead and develop others.
6. Ability and willingness to learn, understand, and follow documented work procedures.
7. Awareness of general operating standards for mechanical and electric/electronic systems to recognize and anticipate likely problems before they become critical.

Working Conditions

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to allow individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the production environment is usually loud. While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to vibration and risk of electric shock. Production Environment includes varying temperatures (heat and cold).

Physical Demands

The physical demands 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.

For specific lifting, pushing and pulling thresholds for this position, please see HR. While performing the functions of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, talk, and hear. The employee is frequently required to use hands and fingers to feel, handle, or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Vision requirements include close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

Communication Expectations

The position routinely requires verbal and written communication in English in order to complete the daily business requirements. Verbal communications include, but are not limited to: team meetings to discuss daily department requirements, work instructions to team members, presentations to management or customers, project meetings with peers and management, communications with peers and management, and safety instructions and training. Written communications include, but are not limited to: department paperwork, projects updates, safety walkthroughs, purchase orders, continuous improvement projects, and communications with peers, customers, and management.

Pay Range

$20.00-$26.00

Job Location

Faribault, MN

Our Benefits

We care about and invest in our employees. We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support their well-being and foster professional development. Here is a glimpse of what you can look forward to if you join our team.

Competitive Benefits Package for employees and their dependents (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability)

Incentive Plans

401(k) with employer contribution and match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan with employer match

Paid Time Off (Vacation and Sick Time)

Paid Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Wellness Program

Training and Career Progression

Apogee and our brands are an Equal Opportunity Employer.