Steel Mill Maintenance Technician

Minerals Technologies Inc.(MTI) is a leading, technology-driven specialty minerals company that develops, produces, and markets a broad range of mineral and mineral-based products, related systems and services. MTI serves a wide range of consumer and industrial markets, including household and personal care, paper, foundry, steel, construction and environmental solutions around the world.Position:SMS SpecialistLocation:USA | Brackenridge, PAJob Summary:The Specialist is a senior-level shop employee who functions at a high level of capacity in several key areas, including acting as turn leader (where appropriate), having expertise with all equipment - plus troubleshooting, being available to assist in other shops, performing preventive equipment maintenance, and handling certain administrative/recordkeeping functions.Apply material (product) and use all relevant equipment as requiredFollow all standard operating procedures regarding equipment and applications of productRegularly perform specialty applications, e.g., iron ladles, steel ladles, tundishesAssist in the rotation of product inventory and minimize usage of consumables.Be proficient in all aspects of equipment operation, maintenance and troubleshootingUnderstand all equipment operations; keep equipment clean and in working orderPerform advanced preventive maintenance of all equipmentPerform advanced troubleshooting of all equipmentOperate as turn leader, where appropriateSupervise work team during shiftCommunicate with Service Manager regarding performance or policy compliance issuesAssists in administrative/recordkeeping functionsRecord consumable parts usage and monitor inventory of partsComplete turn paperwork and submit it as required by Service ManagerMaintain recordkeeping and field trial reportsAssist the training and development of new employeesAssist in orientation process for new hiresDemonstrate proper equipment usage and knowledge of product applicationDemonstrate preventive maintenance and actively advocate safety awarenessLead by example regarding policy compliance, standard operating procedures, etc.Assist in emergency call outs, help in other shops, and handle special applicationsRespond to emergency equipment call outsAccept temporary fill in work at other shops, including, e.g., for blast furnaces and steel ladlesMaintain a strong focus on satisfying the customer Maintain a professional, high profile with the customerAssist in new trials provide feedback to Service and other managersAssist in the testing of new products, provide feedbackIdentify new sales opportunities, suggest new ideasSafety - Actively participate in our on-going safety culture which include the following:Follow All Safety Requirements of the Host MillClarity NetNear Miss ReportingRisk AssessmentStop Card ProgramOE/LeanActively participates in the implementation of sustainable improvement processes, such as 5S, Kaizen, Total Productive Maintenance (TPM), Daily Management Control, Standard Work and Problem Solving.Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent.Knowledge: Progressive experience in Service positions, previous steel-making or other related experience. Experienced with hydraulics, pneumatics, electricity and electronics, personal computer, and lasers. Thorough knowledge of Company products, applications and equipment for each task.Skills & Abilities: Outstanding technical, mechanical, plus leadership/influence, performance management basics, communication, interpersonal, adaptability, ability to learn quickly and work independently, initiative, integrity, customer and quality focus, analysis and judgment/problem-solving, safety awareness and planning and organizing. Must be able to operate equipment such as forklift, gun, caster equipment, wire feeder, laser, SEQUAD, Mag-O-Star, etc.Physical & Mental: Ability to lift to 50 pounds (or more in certain shops). Must be able to withstand the physical pressures of constant standing, walking, bending, climbing, kneeling, crouching, reaching, sitting, extremes of hot and cold, as well as carrying, lifting, pushing and pulling heavy objects. Must be able to gather data, draw conclusions and handle a high level of stress.General: May require working rotating shifts, emergency call outs, and overtime. Must wear all required safety gear. May be requested to travel.Minerals Technologies Inc.(MTI) is a leading, technology-driven specialty minerals company that develops, produces, and markets a broad range of mineral and mineral-based products, related systems and services. MTI serves a wide range of consumer and industrial markets, including household and personal care, paper, foundry, steel, construction and environmental solutions around the world.MTI focuses on two major segments -Consumer & SpecialtiesandEngineered Solutions.OurConsumer & Specialtiessegment includes our Household & Personal Care and Specialty Additives product lines.OurEngineered Solutionssegment includes our High-Temperature Technologies and Environmental & Infrastructure product lines.MTIprovides a business environment and promotes a culture that encourages all employees to contribute to our success. We have long been committed to the recruitment and advancement of the most talented and qualified people. We recognize that MTI’s ability to provide the highest caliber of products and services is enhanced by a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities and countries in which we work.IND123

Created: 2025-09-17