Background:
The Maintenance Mechanic proactively maintains production equipment and facilities for maximum availability. Responds to unscheduled downtime calls as required and makes required repairs to provide maximum availability. Works on trials and special projects, including capital projects as requested. Assists/mentors operators to increase effectiveness and uptime. Always works safely in a team environment.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
• Uses hand tools, power tools and precision measuring and testing instruments to repair and maintain, in accordance with diagrams, sketches, operation manuals, and manufacturer’s specifications, machinery and mechanical equipment, such as engines, motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, and production machines and equipment.
• Maintains machines proactively to support plant / department goals for productivity, waste, quality, and safety.
• Assures guarding, facilities and equipment are in good working order.
• Sets up and operates machine and performs necessary duties to meet manufacturing and quality targets at a minimum after repairs are completed.
• Detects, records and reports defective equipment to the Maintenance Manager/Shift Supervisor.
• Maintains the work area and equipment in a clean, sanitary and orderly condition and follows prescribed safety regulations.
• Performs prescribed preventative maintenance on machines as required per instruction.
• May provide support by running production machines as necessary to ensure continuous operation and meet production schedules.
• The above responsibilities are intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list or statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements.
• Collects data on machine operation and suggests actions to reduce machine downtime.
•Effectively manages time, prioritizes responsibilities, and completes assigned tasks under the direction of the Maintenance Manager or Operations Supervisor.
• Ensures the compliance of all corporate policies and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) rules while conducting work functions.
• Performs work under general supervision.
Qualifications & Requirements:
• Relevant hands-on experience maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing production or manufacturing equipment required. Technical or vocational training in industrial maintenance, mechanical systems, skilled trades, or a related field preferred.
• Ability to follow direction and work effectively under the guidance of supervisors and senior maintenance personnel.
• Experience with automated production equipment preferred.
• Experience in a Consumer Products environment preferred.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to remain composed and effective in a fast-paced work environment while managing competing priorities.
• Sound understanding of using all electrical testing and repair equipment.
• Excellent knowledge regarding machines, spare parts, operations and maintenance.
• Adheres to all established SOPs, LOTO procedures, and company safety and compliance policies to maintain a safe and efficient workplace.
• Ability to work as part of a team and follow directions.
• Work schedule may include overtime, weekends, or off-shift hours as needed to support production operations.
Physical Demands:
• Regularly required to stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, and reach with hands and arms.
• Must be able to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 63 pounds.
• Frequent use of hands and power tools to repair, adjust, or maintain equipment.
• May be required to climb ladders, work at heights, or access confined spaces.
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