Hiring Manager Training Job

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Amerex Corporation is the world’s largest and most innovative manufacturer of fire suppression products for commercial and industrial applications. Our portable extinguishers, state-of the-art gas detection systems and pre-engineered fire suppression systems for vehicles, commercial cooking operations and paint spray booths, have earned Amerex a reputation for excellence in the fire protection industry. Since our founding in 1971, no other company has surpassed the quality, service and innovation provided by Amerex. With quality products, constant innovation, and excellent customer support, Amerex is unsurpassed in its pioneering efforts to provide better fire protection throughout the world. Amerex Corporation is wholly owned by McWane Inc., one of the largest manufacturers of fire hydrants, valves, and cast-iron pipes in North America.
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The Helium Leak Detect Technician will use a variety of hand and power tools to troubleshoot/repair/ calibrate leak detect equipment, perform preventative maintenance duties, and monitor equipment/operations to meet quality and safety standards.
This position works 4 – 10-hour shifts, Monday – Thursday. Overtime may be required due to schedule or sales forecast changes.  This role is a 2nd shift position. Working hours are from 3:30pm – 2:00am.

Understand and comply with current LOTO procedure
Safe operation of tools and equipment
Perform preventative maintenance on machines
Complete paperwork accurately and timely
Trouble Shoot/repair leak detect equipment
Monitor equipment/operations to meet quality and safety standards
Cleaning of leak detect chambers
Rebuilding of leak detect pumps
Calibration of leak detect chambers
Conduct FE discharge tests as required
Other duties as assigned by Dept. Manager

Eighteen (18) years of age and eligible to work in the United States.
Able to pass a post offer drug test, background check, and physical review.
Demonstrate high attention to detail and self-motivation skills.
Frequent lifting of materials and product up to 50 lbs.
Capable of standing/walking and performing light physical labor uninterrupted for periods of up to three (3) hour intervals.
Frequently bend, stoop, push, and reach during the shift.
Frequently stand, walk, climb ladders, and reach with hands and arms
Willing to train, work, and rotate through all department work stations and work in other departments as needed.
Capable of working in seasonal high temperatures and humidity.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
McWane is a Federal VEVRAA contractor, and an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all employment practices. McWane will not discriminate against any applicant for employment because of their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran or service member status, marital status, citizenship status (In IL - sex, including same sex, ancestry, order of protection status, physical or mental disability, military status, pregnancy, unfavorable discharge status, genetic information), (In IA - gender identity), (In CA- gender identity or expression, and genetic information) or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.