Histology technician Jobs in Overland Park, KS

Work Location: Kansas City, MO (NADC)

Your Career. Your Impact. Our Future.

At Oregon Tool, Inc., every Team Member drives our success. Your growth fuels our progress, empowering you to take initiative, share your ideas, and help shape what’s next. With a long history of innovation and a pioneering spirit, we’re a global team built on humility, grit, and collaboration – where every voice is valued and every contribution matters. If you’re ready to bring your perspective and thrive in a people-first culture, join us and make an impact.

HIGHLIGHTS:

Hourly Rate: $30.42/hr

Shift: Monday - Friday; 230pm-11pm

HOW YOU MAKE AN IMPACT:
The 2nd Shift Maintenance Tech II will perform tasks related to troubleshooting, repairing and maintaining industrial machinery, equipment and other facility resources, both inside and outside. Repairs and maintenance will support safety, cost, efficiency and quality.

THE DETAILS:

• • Use basic problem-solving skills to troubleshoot, diagnose and repair equipment or facility. This includes, but is not limited to: Automated packaging equipment, warehouse racking, warehouse doors, dock plates, basic electrical, basic welding, basic woodworking, basic plumbing, basic hazard/waste removal.
  • Use proper disassembly and reassembly techniques to repair tools, mechanical, hydraulic or pneumatic equipment.
  • Isolate and identify equipment problem area(s). Identify additional testing required to determine complete problem / root cause.
  • Setup Preventative Maintenance to reduce/eliminate future down time.
  • Use Continuous Improvement techniques to help improve safety and efficiency of processes in all departments.
  • Use knowledge of motors, wiring diagrams, schematics, and diagrams to complete documented maintenance depending upon production systems or equipment.
  • Troubleshoot, repair, align, calibrate, inspect, and test variety of production systems and equipment.
  • Participate in Preventive Maintenance (“PM”) and Total Productive Maintenance (“TPM”) programs.
  • Keep PM and TPM records updated and organized.
  • Maintain PM and TPM schedule.
  • Establish good working relationships with vendors.
  • Work with vendors to schedule any maintenance and repairs in a timely manner.
  • Work with vendors to discuss improvements of the facility and processes, focusing on safety, quality, efficiency and cost savings.

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS:

• Associate’s degree or Technical Certificate in Manufacturing Technology or a similar related field or equivalent relevant experience preferred.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Demonstrate understanding and basic skill of mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatics troubleshooting and repair.
• Welding skill with Arc, MIG and/or TIG preferred. Finished weld project is square, true, and free of sharp corners.
• Demonstrate ability to keep current with continuously changing technologies related to safety, machinery and equipment, assembly related tools and testing equipment.
• Demonstrate ability to work with internal and external customers.
• Must be able to read and interpret engineering blueprints and specifications.
• Demonstrate ability to be flexible and adaptable while responding to the changing business environment and demands as well as anticipate changes.
• Able to complete responsibilities in a timely, professional and quality manner.
• Collaborative and effective team player and able to work with teams who are globally dispersed. Set a good example of personal integrity.
• Demonstrate ability and willingness to learn; seek out development activities to improve skills and increase knowledge; learn from other team members and own mistakes

AVAILABILITY:

Available to work on site as required by job including non-standard shifts

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits available on day one (no waiting period)
• 401k matching (100% of first 3%, 50% of next 3% = 4.5% match on 6% contribution)
• Retirement Savings Plus Plan*
• Earn up to 120 hours vacation during your first year of service
• Paid holidays and one paid Community Involvement Day available per calendar year
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Global company with small company feel
• Safety shoes reimbursed at $120 per year

*Based on geographic location and company performance.

WHO WE ARE:

Oregon Tool, Inc. is a global, premium-branded, aftermarket-driven precision-cutting tool platform. At Oregon Tool, it is our goal to create, cultivate and sustain a global, inclusive people-first culture, where differences drive innovative solutions to meet the needs of our Team Members, customers, and communities. We welcome applications from all skilled individuals, including those from groups traditionally underrepresented, not just because it’s the right thing to do, but because it makes our company #SharperTogether.

To learn more about our company and history visit us at: https://www.oregontool.com.

Oregon Tool, Inc. will only employ those who are legally authorized to work. Any offer of employment is contingent on a background investigation and drug screen. Oregon Tool, Inc. does not discriminate based on sex, race, color, religion, age, marital status, national origin, citizenship, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected under law.

During the application process we will not ask for or collect any confidential, proprietary, or sensitive personally identifiable information (e.g., date of birth; driver’s license number; or credit card, bank account or other financial information). If you submit such information, you do so at your own risk, and we will not be liable to you or responsible for consequences of your submission. This notice should not be construed as an offer of employment or creating any terms of employment.

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