Lead Facilities Technician - 2nd Shift (+$1/hr)

Are you ready to work for a company that truly cares about making a meaningful difference in this world?

About Us

Praxis Technology is a manufacturing company that designs and develops titanium parts for medical devices, aerospace and other consumer markets. We create sustainable flexibility that delivers maximum impact to make people’s lives better. It's pretty cool stuff!

We value people that are highly motivated, self-starters open to learning new things every day. We’re looking for people with a good attitude and strong character who strive to be the best at what they do, take accountability for their actions and are determined and committed to get the job done. We’re highly collaborative, innovative thinkers and we need people from diverse backgrounds and levels of experience to join our growing team. We’ve built our workplace on inclusivity, treating everyone with respect and integrity and providing people with the support and space to do their best work.

Our purpose is growing a great place to work, built on innovation. We do so by embracing the five core values of Praxis:

• Team Player
• Driven to Improve
• Genuinely Care
• Dependable
• Own It

What we can offer you:

In addition to being part of a locally owned & operated business who values treating everyone with integrity & respect, we offer the following benefits to our full-time employees:

• Employee and/or Employee + Child(ren) medical insurance for just $1/month!
• Comprehensive Dental + Vision
• 401k Retirement Plan that we match up to 3%
• Basic Life AD&D Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid time off - 18 days first year (pro-rated)
• Paid holidays – 9 days
• Annual Performance Bonus Potential
• Quarterly Bonus Incentive Program for hourly staff
• Employee Profit Sharing
• Tuition Assistance

Position Summary

Reporting to the Facilities Manager, the Facilities Technician is responsible for the safe preventative and reactive maintenance of the Praxis facilities and equipment on second shift. Additionally, this role coordinates maintaining the spare parts inventory and the readiness of all tools. The ideal candidate will be strong technically, be able to independently complete maintenance and facilities projects with limited supervision and support and, have a willingness to learn. Must have a very strong knowledge of tools, equipment, and electrical components within a manufacturing environment.

How You’ll Make an Impact

• Learn the mechanical principles of Praxis products, manufacturing techniques and equipment and work to become a technical expert/resource to the production team
• Support and work directly with the technicians in the department
• Oversee and also execute preventative maintenance schedules for building systems (HVAC, lighting, electrical, plumbing, compressed air, etc.) and equipment
• Monitor and respond to facility-related work orders and prioritize repairs or upgrades to minimize production downtime
• Supervise facility inspections, safety checks, and regulatory compliance (OSHA, EPA, etc.)
  
• Adherence to facility budgets, including maintenance supplies, utilities, and contracted services
• Coordinate with production and engineering teams to support equipment installations, relocations, or facility modifications.
• Maintain documentation of maintenance activities, vendor contracts, service agreements, and compliance reports within CMMS
• Assist in planning and executing facility improvement projects, renovations, or expansions
• Promote a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Execute basic cleaning/maintenance of machines and facility
• Maintain Spare Parts inventory
• Operate safely, compliantly and within the Praxis Quality Management System (QMS), including adherence to Quality Assurance Procedures
• Timely and accurately complete all required record keeping and store in accordance with the QMS
• Regularly maintain the production environment and escalate any issues for resolution
• Ensure cleanliness, organization, and safety across the buildings, including production areas and maintenance areas/storage areas

What You Must Bring to This Role

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or equivalent combination of education and experience – required
• Ability to work production shift schedule and off -hours as needed to ensure production goals are met
• Machine trade or technical school certification – desired
  
• Demonstrated ability to read and interpret documents including: maintenance instructions, procedure and manuals
• Demonstrated success working with technical/mechanical devices
• Ability to troubleshoot electrical issues
• Experience in production operations, safety and security protocols
• A history of excellence in communication and active listening
• Proven success working independently and in a team environment
• Demonstrated comfort with basic math skills including: addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and rounding
• Demonstrated comfort with both verbal and written communication
• Proven ability to build personal and team-based relationships with all levels of associates
• Comfort with computer applications and data entry
• Proven ability to calmly transition between multiple and changing priorities
• Demonstrated success working in a manufacturing environment
• Forklift Certified

Working Conditions & Physical Efforts

• Work is performed in a Production environment
• May be required to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to stand or sit for a prolonged period of time
• Visual functions being those of near vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus
• Talking and hearing occur continuously in the process of communicating with leadership & clients
• Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or operate equipment
• Low exposure to physical risk

Praxis is an equal opportunity employer