Maintenance II

About the role

JM Huber is seeking a Maintenance Technician at Active Minerals International, a Kaolin Clay processing facility in Aiken SC. Responsible for performing troubleshooting, repair, and preventive maintenance activities on production equipment and facility systems. Apply technical knowledge, experience, and sound judgment to ensure equipment reliability, safety, quality, and operational efficiency while supporting the achievement of facility goals and objectives.

Responsibilities

• Perform emergency, corrective, and preventive maintenance on production equipment and facility assets.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and control system issues and implement effective repairs.
• Read and interpret equipment manuals, blueprints, schematics, technical drawings, and work orders.
• Diagnose equipment failures, replace or repair components, test equipment functionality, and make operational adjustments as necessary.
• Identify and report equipment deficiencies, unsafe conditions, and unusual operating situations to management.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and document parts usage to support inventory control and replenishment activities.
• Utilize Computerized Maintenance Management Systems to manage work orders and maintenance activities.
• Maintain tools, equipment, and work areas in a clean, organized, and safe condition.
• Conduct workplace inspections and promptly address or report safety hazards. Ensure machine guarding and safety devices are properly installed following maintenance activities.
• Follow all applicable Quality Management System (QMS), ISO, safety, environmental, and company policies and procedures.
• Provide technical guidance and knowledge sharing to maintenance team members as needed.
• Comply with all federal, state, and local regulations applicable to the position.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Four or more years of industrial maintenance experience preferred
• High school diploma or GED required
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair industrial production equipment
• Proficiency with CMMS and standard computer applications
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
• Ability to complete assignments from planning through execution with minimal supervision
• Physical requirements: regularly lifts, carries, pushes, and pulls up to 55 pounds; frequently stands, walks, bends, stoops, kneels, and climbs; requires working at heights up to 70 feet; requires manual dexterity for hand tools, equipment controls, and computer operation; requires visual acuity and adequate hearing to safely perform job duties; must wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), including respiratory and electrical safety equipment when required

Benefits

• Benefits for physical, financial, and emotional health
• Affordable medical plans: wellness credit and company funded HSA choices
• 401k with 125% company match up to 5% of eligible pay, 100% vested at hire
• Bonus yearly 401k company contribution of 5%; 5-year vesting schedule
• Annual discretionary bonus and profit-sharing payout eligibility
• Comprehensive, competitive benefits package (details at mybenefits.huber.com)

Pay

Entry rate: $26.07 – $33.46 per hour, with increases based on demonstrated skills. U.S. market-based salary range for Maintenance II: $26.07 – $34.00 per hour. Salary is determined based on skills, performance, job responsibilities, prior experience, degrees/certifications, and market considerations.