J.M. Huber Corporation is one of the largest privately held, family-owned companies in the United States. Established in 1883, we are a diversified, global supplier of specialty and commodity chemicals, hydrocolloid solutions, engineered wood products and natural resources to customers spanning a wide variety of industries.

With approximately $3 billion in sales and 4,000 employees worldwide, we have a material presence in more than 20 countries.

Position Summary

Employs training and experience in the various craft skills required to complete simple assignments and to assist in the performance of more highly skilled tasks.

Sets up, adjusts, operates, and maintains shop tools (drill press and grinder). Occasionally operates electrode welder and oxygen and acetylene cutting and welding apparatus.

Operates and maintains portable power tools and standard hand tools. Occasionally operates fork trucks. Continuously trains to a high level of proficiency.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities

Helps maintain and repair mechanical equipment throughout the plant by assisting with installation, maintenance, and repair of equipment.

Assist with PM (preventative maintenance) and maintain daily work logs. Must be able to manufacture simple parts or equipment as directed by the mechanical supervisor.

Must be able to replace guards, floor gates and remove all tools, parts, and other items upon completions of the assignment.

Must follow all checkout procedures for storeroom and perform other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements

Works in all inside and outside areas of the plant and is often exposed to heat, cold, inclement weather, grease, oil, and dirty working conditions.

Work is performed while walking and standing or climbing a considerable portion of the time, often in awkward or strained positions.

Routinely uses testing devices and standard hand tools. Employee works directly under the supervision of a MECHANICAL SYSTEMS TECHNICIAN C or higher.

Occasionally operates electrode welder, acetylene torch, portable power tools, shop equipment, forklift, and other mobile equipment.

Must successfully pass the company’s forklift, aerial work platform, and mobile crane operator’s test. Will be required to fill in as needed to fill vacancies on shift and may be required to rotate on shift.

Must be able to work overtime as required. Must be able to work in confined spaces. Must be able to work rotating shifts, overtime and be on call as required.

Must be able to wear hearing protection and respirator required for task being performed. Must have the ability to stoop, bend, kneel, and work in heights.

Must have the ability to operate heavy equipment such as man-lifts and portable cranes. Must have ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Key Competencies

Teamwork

Communication

Job Knowledge

Education

High School Diploma

J.M. Huber Corporation is an EEO / AAP employer. Pre-employment drug screening is required.

Lynchburg

Last updated : 2024-05-30