Fluid Power Technician - Prosperity Plywood The Fluid Power Technician will serve as the subject matter expert regarding all aspects of fluid power and pneumatic systems in the plywood operation. This includes troubleshooting systems, preventative and predictive maintenance tasks and duties. This person will also be tasked with overhaul, repair and installation of hydraulic and pneumatic machinery and help in the design/redesign of systems in the operation.
Our Team:
Georgia-Pacific in Prosperity, SC manufactures pine plywood panels and siding that are ideal for residential and light commercial construction. GP employees strive for safety and health excellence while achieving an injury free workplace. To learn more about our Building Products division, visit www.buildgp.com. Our Georgia-Pacific Prosperity, SC facility is a Tobacco Free Workplace.
What You Will Do:
Owns the Fluid Power (pneumatics and hydraulics) program for the site.
Utilizes expertise to analyze oil samples and provide a path forward on samples failing Building Product's ISO counts.
Performs preventative maintenance on hydraulic and pneumatic equipment.
Installs new hydraulic and pneumatic equipment.
Serves as the technical expert and troubleshoots hydraulic and pneumatic issues.
Assists with design/redesign of new and existing hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
Attends training sessions with craftsmen on fluid power systems and hose making best practices.
Provides failure analysis on failed equipment.
Sole owner of the Hydraulic Hose Room.
Documents information and changes/improvements to systems.
If not certified, candidate will be expected to obtain the Maintenance Lubrication Technician (MLT 1) and Industrial Hydraulic Mechanic (IHM) certification.
Must be willing and able to work any shift, day or schedule as needed.
Must be willing to answer calls after hours as needed.
Who You Are:- (Basic Qualifications)
- Prior experience reading and comprehending blueprints, schematics and technical manuals.
- Prior experience with knowledge of electrical and hydraulic central circuits needed to troubleshoot systems.
- Prior experience in fluid power and pneumatic systems & circuitry.
- Prior experience with air compressor and dryer systems.
What Will Put You Ahead:
Minimum (5) five years' experience in hydraulics and pneumatics systems.
Minimum (3) three years' Millwright/Mechanical experience is preferred.
Industrial Hydraulic Technician (IHT) Certification or MLT Layer 1 certification.
Mechanical or reliability engineering classes and/ or background
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As a Koch company and a leading manufacturer of bath tissue, paper towels, paper-based packaging, cellulose, specialty fibers, building products and much more, Georgia-Pacific works to meet evolving needs of customers worldwide with quality products. In addition to the products we make, we operate one of the largest recycling businesses. Our more than 30,000 employees in over 150 locations are empowered to innovate every day – to make everyday products even better. At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company. Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes:medicaldentalvisionflexible spending and health savings accountslife insuranceADDdisabilityretirementpaid vacation/time offeducational assistanceinfertility assistancepaid parental leaveadoption assistance Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please click here for additional information. (For Illinois E-Verify information click here, aquí, or tu ).
