Maintenance Mechanic 2nd Shift

Maintenance Mechanic 2nd Shift

Permanent

About Heraeus Electro-Nite

How do steel makers save energy and become more sustainable? How do foundries become more efficient and optimize their processes? Heraeus Electro-Nite (HEN) provides solutions for the molten metal industry. We lead the market with our innovations since the 1950s. As a global company with 25 locations and approximately 4,000 employees worldwide, we are committed to the sustainable growth of our teams and sites.  
Heraeus Electro-Nite, headquartered in Houthalen (Belgium), is part of the Heraeus Group. The Technology Group delivers world-class quality in the areas of Metals & Recycling, Healthcare, Semiconductor & Electronics and Industrials. As one of the top 10 family-owned companies in Germany, Heraeus employs around 16,400 employees in 40 countries.  

Your role and responsibilities

• Summary – Maintain the pulse of our visionary machinery and mechanical systems by ensuring they are production ready!
• Keep our machines production-ready and running smoothly.
• Perform preventive maintenance on blowers, motors, pneumatics, electronics, conveyor systems, and more.
• Troubleshoot and repair automated and semi-automated machinery.
• Collaborate with production staff on basic maintenance techniques to reduce downtime.
• Use precision tools to inspect, diagnose, and repair mechanical issues.
• Maintain and repair building systems including HVAC, fire prevention, and access control.
• Fabricate parts when needed using machine shop equipment.
• Complete daily tasks via work orders and collaborate across departments.

What is required for this role

• We're looking for enthusiastic individuals with a technical background and a passion for maintenance and machinery.  Ideal candidates have:
• Degree in Industrial Maintenance (or similar) + 5 years of experience in a manufacturing setting.
• Strong knowledge of electricity, PLC controls (Siemens & Schneider), pneumatics, hydraulics, and power distribution.
• Skilled in troubleshooting PLCs, servos, and VFDs.
• Excellent communication skills and experience with CMMSs.
• Self-starter who can work independently or as part of a team.
• Must pass a drug screen and background check.
• Work 2nd Shift, Four, 10s, 2:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m., either Monday through Thursday or Tuesday through Friday (you choose!)