Mechanic-Maintenance 4 - 2nd shift

The Maintenance Mechanic is responsible for proactively maintaining the operation of machinery and mechanical equipment through preventive/predictive maintenance.  Able to resolve and repair any equipment in the plant in a timely and proficient manner. 

Job Responsibilities  

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  Assist in installing and service different pieces of equipment, using required self-supplied and company-supplied hand tools. 

  
  

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  Answer calls for service in a timely manner. 

  
  

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  Perform assigned preventive maintenance task. 

  
  

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  Moving and raising components using hoists, dollies, or other provided equipment. 

  
  

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  Updating daily work communications. 

  
  

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  Maintain tools, powered vehicles, and equipment; keep parts and supplies in order. 

  
  

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  Responsible for a clean and hazard free work area throughout the entire day. 

  
  

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  Use and maintain safety equipment on job sites. 

  
  

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  Other duties as business needs. 

  
  

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  Ability to follow applicable safety and environment requirements, food safety, GMP’s. 

  
  

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  Execute job order assignments and keep accurate job order records. 

  
  

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  Participate in RCA’s. 

  
  

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  Perform other duties as assigned. 

  
  

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  Assist members in all grade levels with troubleshooting. 

  
  

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  Perform mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic troubleshooting and repairs. 

  
  

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  Perform electrical and PLC troubleshooting and repairs. 

  
  

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  Demonstrate leadership by self-motivation and assist in training new mechanics. 

  
  

Experience & Skills  

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  3-5 years’ experience as a maintenance mechanic/electrician. 

  
  

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  Solid understanding of maintenance fundamentals and electrical power. 

  
  

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  Solid understanding of mechanical concepts and electrical controls. 

  
  

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  Solid understanding of pneumatic and hydraulic systems. 

  
  

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  Solid understanding of programmable logic controllers (PLC’s). 

  
  

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  Must be able to read and understand various methods of mechanical and other technical drawings. 

  
  

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  Basic knowledge on the correct use and care of various tools used in maintenance work. 

  
  

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  Must be able to follow procedures as outlined in equipment manufacturer's maintenance manual. 

  
  

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  Basic knowledge on how to gas, arc, and/or TIG weld. 

  
  

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  Basic knowledge of diagnosing equipment failures and correcting them. 

  
  

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  Should be familiar with air compressors, various pumps, boilers, and other common mechanical equipment. 

  
  

Education  

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  High School diploma or equivalent of a GED or equivalent knowledge and skills acquired through on the job training or experience. 

  
  

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  An associate degree in mechanical and/or industrial engineering preferred but not required. 

  
  

Work Environment 

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  Must be able to climb, stoop, bend, kneel, crawl, and stand for long periods of time. 

  
  

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  Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. for short distances. 

  
  

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  Comfortable working with heights and confined spaces. 

  
  

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  Comfortable working in non-climate-controlled environment.