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Machinist

MediaNews

Concord, CA

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$28–$31 Per Hour
SKILLS
Budget Management, Calibration, Communication Skills, Compensation and Benefits, Control Systems, Copying Machines, Environmental Management, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Forklift, Hand Tools, High School Diploma, Identify Issues, Lift/Move 50 Pounds, Local News, Machine Tool, Machining, Maintenance Services, Marketing Software, Multiplatform/Cross-Platform, Multitasking, Office Equipment, Online Advertising, Photocopy, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Preventative Maintenance, Printing, Production Machining, Team Player, Time Management, Warehousing, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Concord, CA
POSTED
Today
Summary:

The Bay Area News Group is currently seeking an experienced Machinist to work in a team-based, self-managing environment at our Concord facility, ensuring equipment is well-maintained to produce high-quality products on time and within budget.

What you will do:

  • Monitor and troubleshoot newspaper production equipment during operation to detect hazards and need for adjustments, relocation or replacement; and repair faulty equipment or systems
  • Work with chemicals to clean and prepare machinery for repairs and machining
  • Perform basic repairs and maintenance offline, and emergency repairs under deadline pressure
  • Clean up tasks on press, warehouse, auxiliary equipment as necessary, including daily, weekly and monthly preventive maintenance tasks
  • Electronic or mechanical devices including tools, hardware, software and other equipment used in the performance of the essential functions of this position include the following: unit control panels, advanced press control systems, calibration equipment, precision measuring equipment, basic hand tools, variety of machine shop tools, PCs and database program entry, and forklift/clamp truck
  • Work night, weekend and holiday shifts as required; regular and reliable attendance is a necessary element of this job
What you will bring:
  • Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. on a regular basis and work within deadlines
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills with multiple levels of management and across teams
  • Comfortable working with PC's and computer driven equipment
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously with excellent time management skills
  • High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required; post secondary schooling in mechanics and/or machining is desired
  • Minimum of two years of experience as a Maintenance Mechanic or Machinist on production equipment required
Work Environment:

This job operates in a printing plant environment. The printing plant environment is well-lit. Working areas may be tight, small and below machinery.
  • Exposure to chemicals, loud noise, dust, and moving parts, requiring strict adherence to safety practices and use of appropriate PPE
  • Routine use of forklifts, ladders, tools, and industrial equipment, as well as standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and photocopiers
  • This is not a remote position. The employee will report to our Concord, CA printing plant
Benefits and Compensation:

The hourly range is $28.00 - $31.00. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to geographic location, education, work experience, time in role, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, the Company offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, 401k, as well as paid time off and select paid holidays (all benefits are based on eligibility). Please click the following link for more detailed information: www.mymedianewsgroup.com

Who we are:

As the Bay Area's top source for local news, the Bay Area News Group reaches more than 5 million people weekly through a powerful combination of print and digital products. Our publications include The Mercury News serving Silicon Valley and the Peninsula; the East Bay Times serving Oakland, Walnut Creek, Pleasanton and the rest of the East Bay; and more than 20 weekly publications. We connect with a diverse and engaged audience, offering a premiere local news report and comprehensive advertising and marketing solutions across web, mobile and print platforms. The Bay Area News Group is a subsidiary of MediaNews Group, which has 49 Pulitzer Prizes and a nationwide audience, delivering award-winning content across 800 platforms and leading the transformation of the news industry.

"4x Built In Best Places to Work Winner - 2023-2026"

EEO Statement:

We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

How To Apply:
  • Please submit an online application along with your resume for this position here.
Closing Date:
  • Continuous recruitment until the position is filled
Conditions of Employment:
  • A full pre-employment drug screen will be conducted as part of the selection process. Must be willing to submit and pass the necessary required checks
  • Travel - This position entails occasional driving for work assignments, in-person training sessions and/or meetings. The employee will be responsible for transporting themselves between different sites as needed
  • Must be available for shift work. May be required to work various hours for coverage outside of normal business hours


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