Maintenance - Entry Level

We are looking for someone who is reliable, mechanically inclined, and teachable who has the ability to learn our industry specific equipment. This position will be about 75% maintenance in the yard and 25% managing our parts inventory. This position works outside and candidates must be self-motivated.

ABOUT US:

Behr Iron & Metal, an Alter Trading Corporation Company is a 125 year old, privately held company with several scrap metal processing facilities throughout the Midwest is searching for a Maintenance Technician / Parts in its Rockford, IL location. Alter is committed to our customers by being the best source of both ferrous and non-ferrous metal and by giving great customer service. Our corporate support center and marketing is located in St. Louis, MO, with Trading Offices located in St. Louis and in Hong Kong. Our website is www.Altertrading.com

ABOUT THE ROLE:

• Maintenance Role
  • Maintains plant productivity by proactively managing maintenance function.
  • Learn and then lead blade changes on the shears
  • Welding and Fabrication work on stationary equipment
  • Maintain facility equipment
  • Stationary equipment by performing PM’s on:
    • Downstream sorting lines, conveyors and machines
    • Diagnostics and minor repairs to industrial type of equipment including Mobile Equipment, Forklifts, front end loaders, skid steers, truck & Trailers.
  • Work with hydraulic, pneumatic and electric systems, PLC, valves, cylinders, bearings, and electric motors
  • Check with key operations (forklift, loader, and separator) to be sure all equipment is running properly; and schedule maintenance as required.
  • Prepare and maintain all maintenance records, and daily reports.
  • May be involved in a variety of other responsibilities including ordering of parts, welding, fabricating and performance electrical repairs (minor).
• Parts Purchasing
  • Take a pro-active approach to inventory control by assisting and/or reporting discrepancies
  • Prepare all paperwork as required, verifying for accuracy and completeness
  • Enters PO's into the system
  • Assist in accurately receipting and unpacking parts to keep stock in proper location
  • Assist in keeping the parts department clean and professional
  • Learn and predict what is needed for upcoming maintenance projects
  • Perform other related duties or special projects as assigned.

ABOUT YOU:

• High school diploma or GED required. Two year AAS (technical degree) and / or technical certification in welding, hydraulics, electrical systems, or industrial mechanics preferred.
• Interpersonal skills to work in a team environment
• Must be able to operate computer, calculator, cell-phone and two-way radio,
• Familiarity with yard vehicles, forklift, loaders, and material separators a definite plus
• Organizational skills required
• Must be able to lift 50+ lbs
• Valid Drivers License required.

ABOUT BENEFITS:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Offered
• Company Paid Disability Insurance
• HSA w/ company match
• 401k w/ company match
• Paid Time Off in the First Year

Job Seekers with a background in Maintenance, Parts, Welding, welder, Fabrication typically do well in this position.