Industrial Materials Application Technician

Minerals Technologies•Birmingham, AL

14d•Onsite

About The Position

Minerals Technologies Inc. is a global, technology-driven specialty minerals company that develops, produces, and markets a wide range of minerals and mineral-based products and services. Our products are an essential part of everyday life for millions of people around the world. They are used in consumer goods in paper and packaging, food and pharmaceuticals, household and personal care, pet care, automotives, and many more, as well as in industrial settings like steelmaking, metalcasting, construction, infrastructure, and wastewater remediation. We are listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol MTX, headquartered in New York City, and have over 150 locations worldwide, with ~4,000 employees in 34 countries and 12 R&D centers. We put people at the center of everything we do -- working safely, communicating openly, and managing our resources and businesses responsibly. Job Summary: As a technician you will apply Minteq products and perform basic equipment maintenance.

Requirements

High School Diploma or Equivalent. Must have ability to speak and read English.
Six months experience in Steel Mill Service, previous steel-making or other related experience. Mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, or hydraulic experience. Basic knowledge of company products, applications and equipment.
Communication, interpersonal, adaptability, initiative, integrity, customer and quality focus, problem solving, safety awareness.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds (or more in certain shops). Must be able to withstand the physical pressures of constant standing, walking, bending, climbing, kneeling, crouching, reaching, sitting, extremes of hot and cold, as well as carrying, lifting, pushing and pulling heavy objects. Must be able to handle a high level of stress
May require working rotating shifts, emergency call outs, and overtime. Must wear all required safety gear. May be requested to travel. Valid Driver's License required.

Responsibilities

Apply material and use all relevant equipment as required
Follow all standard operating procedures regarding equipment and applications of product
Assist in the rotation of product inventory
Operate equipment and preform basic maintenance
Maintain all equipment in working order, with clean appearance
Perform basic troubleshooting of equipment
Complete all required paperwork during turn
Maintain a strong focus on satisfying the customer
Follow all safety requirements of host mill
Complete clarity net trainings
Complete near miss reporting and participate in stop card program
Complete consistent risk assessments
Actively participates in the implementation of sustainable improvement processes, such as 5S, Kaizen, Total Productive Maintenance (TPM), Daily Management Control, Standard Work and Problem Solving.