Harco Fittings is a member of the IPEX group of companies. Our mission is to compete and grow using innovation, differentiation and extraordinary service.  Harco Fittings LLC, founded in 1966 in Lynchburg, Virginia is a producer of gasketed joint injection-molded PVC and push-on gasketed joint ductile fittings. Our Harco locations span across seven states in the US and we are looking for new... individuals to come be a part of a dynamic and growing team today! We currently have an exciting opportunity as a Maintenance Supervisor. This role is based in our facility in Bellingham, Washington and reports to the Plant Manager. 

Job Summary
The Maintenance Supervisor will provide supervision to the maintenance department, ensuring that the maintenance of machines conforms to machine specifications and proper procedures. They will work to minimize machine downtime due to maintenance and assume responsibility for maintenance department’s performance in 5S and preventive maintenance. In addition, the incumbent will ensure safety in an efficient way to meet or exceed planned event schedule.


Requirements
Principal Responsibilities
•    Supervise day-to-day activities of the maintenance department to ensure equipment is maintained at a level to optimize efficiency and quality while meeting budget.•    Schedule, monitor, and complete all Maintenance Work Orders when required to minimize backlog.•    Plan, forecast, schedule, and assign preventive maintenance activities utilizing MES (Hydra) software. Troubleshoot issues during preventive maintenance and modify activities as needed•    Order routine and non-routine parts. Standardize part ordering and organize received parts in their respective locations•    Maintain Hydra (MES) to track work orders, spare parts and maintenance history of plant equipment. Monitor the use and inventories of spare parts, maintenance supplies, equipment, and reorder as necessary•    Maintain records of forklifts, grinders, harnesses, cranes and skyjack pre-use inspections for external and internal audits as per ISO standards•    Ensure that finished product is manufactured in compliance with the Corporate Quality Control Manual and ISO procedures•    Assist in the start-up and troubleshooting of process related problems with production equipment, tooling, and auxiliary equipment•    Identify, report, and follow-up on maintenance related issues by use of the work order system•    Enforce policies, procedures and work practices as outlined by the HR Best Practices Manual, Legislative Agreements, and HSEMS are followed at all times.  •    Participate in continuous improvement by providing suggestions and participating in management meetings as scheduled 
Qualifications & Experience
•    College/ University diploma in a Technical field, preferably in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering•    Electrician or Millwright Certification, or equivalent•    5+ years experience in a maintenance role within a fabrication manufacturing environment•    Strong understanding of engineering concepts, including electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical systems•    Excellent leadership/management, written & verbal communication, problem-solving, and project management skills. •    A proven track record in a continuous improvement manufacturing environment with ISO 9001. •    Experience in strategic planning, resource allocation, employee relations, leadership techniques and coordination of people and resources•    Strong working knowledge of computers using, word processing, spreadsheets, and outlook.
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IPEX is a leading manufacturer of thermoplastic piping systems in North America. We supply one of the world’s most diverse lines of integrated thermoplastic piping systems—pipe, valves, fittings, auxiliary components and tools—all engineered from the ground up to handle the full range of today’s municipal, industrial and electrical applications.More than 50 years’ experience in plastics combined... with dynamic manufacturing technologies, efficient distribution centers and coast-to-coast customer support has made the IPEX name synonymous with quality, innovation and performance.We employ a wide range of professionals across USA and Canada. We are continually looking for hard-working people, with strong abilities in our core technologies and markets, to improve the team.

Job Summary:We currently have an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on experience as a General Laborer/Fabricator. As a Fabricator, you will be responsible for producing/preparing products for customers based on orders that have been received. The successful candidate will focus on safety, quality and continuous improvement.

Principal Accountabilities:
- Cutting plastic piping materials on various saws in the fabrication shop

- Drilling and grinding plastic materials

- Fill out production sheets

- Apply PVC primer and adhesive to assemble fabricated fittings.

- Proficiently setup and operate the following pieces of equipment: ring saw, band saws, jigsaw, stationary routers, hand held routers, glycol tanks, hydraulic presses, pulling machines, angle grinders, die grinders, large facing grinder, drill press, hand drills and basic hand tools.

- Proficiently fabricate the following fittings: tees, reducing tees, single and double reduction reducers, couplings, elbows and various custom fittings.

- Identify hydraulic forming mandrels and hydraulic press set-ups

- Measure angles using a digital or mechanical angle finder

- Expanding and pulling socket joints on plastic material using various heat forms (i.e. glycol tanks and dry heat)

- Visually inspect, measure, and approve materials before and after process steps to ensure quality compliance.

- Responsibly use and care for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)Install bevels on pipe ends using bevel table.

- Assigned duties as deemed vital by management.

- Skills, attendance, personal goals as well as ability are supervised closely




Working Hours
- The work hours are Monday through Friday from 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM




Pay & Benefits
- The pay starts at $22.27/hour 

- Medical benefits including health, dental and vision

- Accrued vacation time

- Short- and long-term disability

- Accrued vacation time

- 401k retirement plan




Requirements
- Basic math skills, including geometry, fractions, angles

- Read and understand imperial measurements

- Knowledge of Health and Safety practices

- Comprehend production work orders and travelers

- Read sketches and simple drafted drawings

- Mechanical Experience a big plus

- Ability to perform physical labor of up to 50 lbs. in weight which may include lifting, pushing or pulling.

- Perform housekeeping chores such as sweeping & picking up material at floor level which may involve kneeling, stooping, bending and/or squatting

- Ability to stand on your feet for long periods of time.

- Good understanding of safety measures.




IPEX is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities throughout the recruitment process and, upon request, will work with qualified job applicants to provide suitable accommodation in a manner that considers the applicant’s accessibility needs due to disability. Accommodation requests are available to candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process for IPEX jobs. To request an accommodation, please contact HR at HR@ipexna.com.
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