Minerals Technologies - East Chicago, IN
posted 2 months ago
Full-time
East Chicago, IN
Nonmetallic Mineral Product Manufacturing
About the position
The Industrial Materials Application Technician at Minerals Technologies Inc. (MTI) is responsible for applying materials and operating relevant equipment in a steel mill environment. This role emphasizes adherence to standard operating procedures, equipment maintenance, and customer satisfaction while participating in sustainable improvement processes.
Responsibilities
- Apply material (product) and use all relevant equipment as required
- Follow all standard operating procedures regarding equipment and applications of product
- Operate equipment and perform basic maintenance
- Maintain all equipment in working order, with clean appearance
- Maintain a strong focus on satisfying the customer
- Actively participate in the implementation of sustainable improvement processes, such as 5S, Kaizen, Total Productive Maintenance (TPM), Daily Management Control, Standard Work and Problem Solving.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
- Ability to speak and read English
- Previous steel-making or other related experience preferred but not required
- Mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, or hydraulic experience strongly preferred
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to learn quickly and demonstrate initiative
- Integrity and customer focus
- Judgment/problem-solving skills
- Safety awareness.
Nice-to-haves
- Experience in electrical work
- Previous experience in steel-making or related fields.
Benefits
- Full-time employment
- Overtime opportunities
- Rotating shifts
