Maintenance Mechanic / Technician - $ 29.96 - $ 35.00 Per Hour - 2Nd Shift

Job Overview

The Mechanic Manufacturing I is responsible for repairing and maintaining all assets in the production facility. This position also responds promptly to equipment breakdowns and repairs the machinery in a timely manner and performs planned and unscheduled work, as necessary. The Mechanic Manufacturing I also maintains a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations; conserves maintenance resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results; maintains equipment, parts, and supplies inventories by checking stock to determine inventory level as well as anticipating needed equipment, parts, and supplies.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Monitors and maintains multiple pieces of equipment by correctly completing assigned PMs; performing corrective maintenance work orders, filling out all paperwork, work orders, parts usage, and order forms
• Controls downtime by informing production workers of routine preventive maintenance techniques, monitoring compliance, and assisting production as needed to keep the line running at top efficiency
• Ensures operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements on motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, and production machines; following diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer’s instructions, and engineering specifications, and troubleshooting malfunctions
• Locates sources of problems by observing mechanical devices in operation, listening for problems, using precision measuring, and testing instruments
• Performs other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Ability to multi-task
• Experience with Programmable Logic Controls (PLCs) required
• Ability to comprehend complex processing equipment
• Competency in monitoring and adjusting equipment speeds, temperatures, and liquid levels
• Preferred ability to read blueprints, electrical prints, and machine schematics
• Read and follow SOPs or instructions
• Make mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic adjustments
• Computer skills
• Identify and troubleshoot complex process issues
• Individual needs to possess the initiative to further technical expertise

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Knowledge acquired through 1 to up to 3 years of work experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced knowledge with preferred 2 plus years experience in plant maintenance and high-speed production equipment, and, or certification of technical schooling in this area

Work Environment

Noisy, wet, and extreme temperature environment