Maintenance Technician A Crew

About the role

James Hardie is the industry leader in exterior home and outdoor living solutions, with a portfolio that includes fiber cement, fiber gypsum, composite and PVC decking and railing products. Our family of trusted brands includes Hardie®, TimberTech®, AZEK® Exteriors, Versatex®, fermacell®, and StruXure®. With over 8,000 employees and our U.S. operating entities headquartered in Chicago, we boast 31 operating sites, 6 recycling facilities, and 6 research and development centers globally. Powered by a dynamic workforce, we’re united by our purpose of Building a Better Future for All™ through sustainable innovation, a Zero Harm culture, and a commitment to empowering our people and communities.

Responsibilities

• Equipment Troubleshooting & Repair (Primary Responsibility): Independently diagnose and repair equipment issues with a focus on minimizing downtime. Troubleshoot electrical, electronic, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic failures on complex industrial equipment. Utilize VFDs, motor control systems, HMIs, and PLC logic (Allen‑Bradley preferred) for troubleshooting purposes.
• Production Line Support: Maintain and improve production line performance through rapid response to equipment failures. Reduce mean time to repair (MTTR) and prevent repeat failures through strong root‑cause analysis.
• Work Orders & Prioritization: Work autonomously to plan, prioritize, and complete work orders per shift. Maintain an 85%+ on‑time completion rate for assigned work orders.
• Preventative & Predictive Maintenance: Own scheduled PM tasks, ensuring completion and accuracy. Identify risks before breakdowns occur and recommend improvements to prevent recurring issues. Support reliability efforts, contributing to reduced unplanned downtime.
• 6S, TPM & Continuous Improvement: Lead by example on 6S expectations and uptime improvement initiatives. Contribute to TPM activities and equipment health checks. Support improvement projects that increase throughput, speed, or reliability.
• Line Commissioning & Start‑Up: Commission equipment after maintenance, ensuring smooth and accurate startup with minimal adjustments required.
• Team Collaboration: Communicate effectively with operators, supervisors, and fellow maintenance techs. Share knowledge with team members and help elevate best practices across shifts.

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of hands‑on maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment (required).
• Ability to work independently with limited direction.
• Strong history of troubleshooting industrial equipment in fast‑paced environments.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs+ and maneuver large, heavy equipment.
• Must be able to stand for long periods and work in varying temperature environments.
• Ability to wear PPE at all times.
• Must pass a Physical Abilities Test.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Technical training, two‑year maintenance certification, or trade school background preferred.
• Forklift experience required (must complete Return Polymers for