Shop Manager

Columbus, NE - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 13 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

FCX Performance is an Applied Industrial Technologies Company and a leading process flow control company. We are seeking a hands-on Valve Shop Foreman to lead daily operations alongside a team of valve technicians with Integrated Plant Services (IPS) an FCX Performance company. This role is ideal for an experienced valve technician who enjoys solving technical problems mentoring & managing others and ensuring high-quality repairs and testing. The Foreman will help coordinate shop workflow support plant outages and ensure repairs meet customer manufacturer and regulatory standards.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities:

Repairing relief valves control valves on/off valves and pneumatic actuators in an FCX facility or customer plant location(s).

Mechanically and electrically troubleshoot inspect and test valve assemblies at specified job worksites. Primary worksites include FCX facility with as needed customer on-site work sites.

Perform the full valve repair process including pre-testing disassembly cleaning in process inspection machining lapping painting assembly testing and final inspection on various types of valves and actuation.

Perform testing on certified test equipment and complete all documentation by working under a QA/QC/National Board VR Program.

Understanding of pneumatic and digital controls.

Ability and knowledge to reference appropriate valve manuals.

Exhibit an ability to effectively communicate with plant personnel regarding valve and instrumentation equipment and customer requirements.

Obtain all site specific and safety related training.

Lead team of valve technicians on day-to-day basis directing/assigning workload as necessary.

o Scheduling project and outage workloads for the team.

o Includes administrative tasks such as PTO management Timecard review/approval

Assistothers as required

Job duties are subject to change as directed by management.

Essential Mental Functions:

Attention to detail.

Good communication and customer service skills.

Excellent math and mechanical skills.

Ability to delegate.

Essential Physical Functions/Equipment Used:

Must be able to lift objects weighing up to 50lbs.

Must be able to stand kneel and walk for long periods of time.

Must be able to ascend and descend stairs ladders and scaffolding.

Must be able to work off hours weekends and OT on a short notice basis based on business needs.

Must be willing to travel as business needs demand. Includes overnight travel to various locations and customer sites.

Knowledge of rigging lifting and moving heavy products.

Able to work in abnormal (head/cold/clean room) operating conditions.

Preferred Education/Experience:

High School Diploma or Equivalent required; Associates Degree/Technical Degree preferred.

1-3 years previous control valve experience desired; experience with hydraulics/pneumatics helpful but not required.

Basic computer proficiency required including the ability to operate Microsoft Office products.

Knowledge of required equipment including hand tools power tools machining equipment etc.

Clean driving record.

Work Environment:

Standard warehouse environment; including machine shop paint booth equipment operation shipping & receiving inventory area. Customer facilities will include indoor and outdoor environments with exposure to potential weather elements clean rooms factories and others.

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Founded in 1923 Applied Industrial Technologies (NYSE: AIT) is a leading value-added distributor and technical solutions provider of industrial motion fluid power flow control automation technologies and related maintenance supplies. Our leading brands specialized services and comprehensive knowledge serve MRO and OEM end users in virtually all industrial markets through our multi-channel capabilities that provide choice convenience and expertise.

Applied Industrial Technologies is built on a philosophy that puts people first. We are an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to a workforce in which we enforce fair treatment and provide growth opportunities for everyone. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of age race color national origin genetics religion gender marital status physical or mental disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws regulations and ordinances.

Required Experience:

Manager