Headquartered in Fort Mill, South Carolina, MacLean Power Systems (MPS) is a leading manufacturer of mission-critical and engineered components for the electric utility, telecommunications, and civil markets. Established in 1986 as a subsidiary of a larger parent company, MPS has grown substantially and now operates as a standalone company. A dedicated workforce of over 1,600 team members worldwide, MPS is renowned for its commitment to quality, responsiveness, and safety. Our focus on vertical integration ensures the highest standards across our product lines. We operate nine production facilities across North America and continually invest in our manufacturing capabilities to better serve our customers. At MPS, we strive to create a workplace that embodies respect, openness, collaboration, personal growth, and entrepreneurship. We are committed to achieving excellence in Environmental, Health & Safety through our Mission Zero initiative.
Job Summary:
Under the direction of engineering staff, supports all phases of the manufacturing process, including the setup, operation, testing, and maintenance of rubber molding equipment, tools, and machinery. Assists in process development and troubleshooting, participates in engineering trials, and provides operator training to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable production.
Job Duties:- Perform work associated with automation improvements, new plant layouts, installation, calibration and operation of production machines
- Set up, adjust and operate machinery in support of the production process, as needed
- Test and inspect machines to determine safe and efficient operation, perform routine maintenance and fix standard malfunctions
- Read and interpret blueprints, engineering specifications and shop order to determine machine setup, production methods and sequence of operation
- Devise, fabricate and assemble new or modified mechanical components for products, such as machinery or equipment and measuring instruments
- Complete all necessary documents fully and accurately
- Adhere to 5S standards (e.g., maintain cleanliness of work area, etc.)Follow all Safety, Environmental and Quality policies and procedures
- Perform other duties as assigned
Experience and Education:- Perform work under direct supervision
- Handle basic issues and problems and refer more complex issues to higher level staff
- Possess beginning to working knowledge of rubber injection molding
- Require accreditation from a technical school or applicable skilled trades program and 0 to 2 years of experience
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, and Excel) for communication, documentation, and data analysis.
Competencies/ Skills
Ability to interpret work instructions
Ability to follow written and verbal directions
Intermediate verbal and written communication skills
Ability to meet deadlines
Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
Interpersonal skills
Critical Thinking and Problem-solving skills
Analytical thinking skills
Process troubleshooting
Mechanical aptitude
Hands-on assembly and repair
Essential Functions:
Environment, Competencies, and Equipment Choose the appropriate response by each of the functions listed below
Physical Requirements:
Environmental Factors Competencies/Skills Equipment UseYesGeneral visionYesWorks alone YesReading simple YesComputerNoClose visionYesWorks with others NoReading complex NoTelephoneYesClear SpeechYesVerbal face-to-face YesWriting simple YesCalculatorYesHearingYesExtended days NoWriting complex YesCopy machine YesHand/ finger dexterity YesWeekend work YesPerceive/comprehend NoFaxNoFlexibility (upper/lower) YesMechanical equipment YesMath skills simple YesMaintenance toolsFStandingNoElectrical equipment NoMath skills complex YesProcess machinesOSittingNoPressurized equipment YesJudgement calls NoPackaging machinesRKneelingNoBurning materials YesDecision making YesLab equipmentRStoopingNoVarying temperatures YesGood communication written YesMeasuring DevicesOBendingNoHigh places YesGood communication verbal NoAutomobileRLiftingNoFumes/odors YesAbility to lead NoPowered industrial equipment30lbLifting, pulling, pushing YesDirt/dust YesTeam workRPullingNoGasesYesProblem solvingRPushingYesNoise/vibration YesCreativityKey: C - Continuous, F - Frequently, O - Occasionally, R - RarelyEOE-Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran Various agencies of the United States Government require employers to maintain information on applicants pertaining to factors such as race, sex, and type of position for which an individual applies. The information requested is voluntary and for compliance with certain record keeping requirements. MacLean Power, LLC has a long-standing commitment to equal employment opportunity for all its associates and applicants for employment. MacLean Power, LLC believes all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunities and does not discriminate against its employees or applicants for employment because of race, color, gender, affectional or sexual orientation, domestic partnership status, ancestry, religion, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, disability, veteran status, age or any other protected group status. All job offers are conditional, upon successful completion of pre-employment screening, including criminal checks, drug testing, employment, and education verification.