Job Description:

Master Technician

Pontotoc, Mississippi

Summary:

This position reports directly to Plant Manager, responsible for performing diversified duties to run, troubleshoot, and correct issues related to the production equipment according to safety, and processes to support the achievement of the location’s business goals and objectives. 

Core Responsibilities:

Utilize control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes.

Demonstrated excellence on set-up and operating the filling machine and fuel cell processing equipment that produce fuel cell canisters.  Adjustments are made by following established SOP’s for machines.

Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources to get information about issue

Perform all quality checks according to the Quality Plan and product specifications.

Perform and/or meet all safety, teamwork, quality, production, scrap, and housekeeping, rules, practices, and goals.  Identify and correct safety hazards on machinery and in work area.  Perform improvements as required.

Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems

Perform root cause analysis

Trouble shooting problems

Problem solving to root causes

Follow through to corrective action

Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.

Responsible for quality of output, perform PM maintenance on all equipment, as well as inspections and testing of incoming parts and supplies.

Track, document, and properly dispose of all scrap for assigned equipment at end of shift

Successfully complete Lockout/Tag out – when required

Primary responsibility for training Assemblers.

Competencies:

Contributes to Team Success – Actively participates as a member of a team to move the team toward the completion of goals.

Initiates Action – Demonstrates ability to take prompt action to accomplish objectives; takes action to achieve goals beyond what is required; being proactive.

Quality Orientation – Demonstrates ability to accomplish tasks by considering all areas involved, no matter how small; showing concern for all aspects of the job; accurately checking processes and tasks; being watchful over a period of time.

Safety Awareness- Demonstrates ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety; upholding safety standards

Work Standards – Sets high standards of performance for self and others; assumes responsibility and accountability for successfully completing assignments or tasks; self-imposes standards of excellence rather than having standards imposed.

Job Requirements:

Completion of a high school diploma and vocational training is preferred.  3 years of previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is required.

Use wrenches, tools, measuring equipment, and test devices to accomplish routine setup, operation, changeover, and maintenance requirements at each level.

Understanding of basic shop math

Willingness and ability to work effectively in a team environment

Ability to recognize and identify parts, problems, and offer resolution

Ability to approach job responsibilities with an emphasis on safety, efficiency, and quality

Work overtime to support operation as needed.

Work Environment:

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 enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Wear common protective or safety equipment such as safety shoes, glasses, gloves, and hearing protection.  In most situations exposed to contaminates (dust, odors, etc.) and noise levels that are distracting or uncomfortable.

Physical Demands:

Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials.

Compensation Information:

The hourly range for this position is $21-27. Please note that this salary information serves as a general guideline. The company considers various factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education and training, key skills, as well as market and business considerations.

ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential. 

As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship. 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.