Maintenance Mechanic

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Job Type

Full-time

Description

Position Summary:

Maintains production and quality by ensuring operation of machinery and mechanical equipment. Diagnose problems and affect repairs to Plant equipment on a timely basis.

Key Responsibilities:

• Execute assignments received from the Maintenance team in a timely and accurate fashion with the objective of minimizing downtime and maximizing quality, safety, and run time.
• Ensure operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements on conveyor systems, and production machines.
• Locate sources of problems by observing mechanical devices in operation; listening for problems; using precision measuring and testing instruments.
• Remove defective parts by dismantling devices; using hoists, cranes, and hand and power tools; examining form and texture of parts.
• Control downtime by informing production workers of routine preventive maintenance techniques; monitoring compliance.
• Maintain equipment, parts, and supplies inventories by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed equipment, parts, and supplies; placing and expediting orders; verifying receipt.
• Maintain safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Understand and adhere to GMP, SOP and safety procedures at all times.
• Participate, as required, in safety and GMP training sessions, and other company training sessions.

Requirements

Required Skills / Abilities

• Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance
• Care and maintenance of commonly used hand and power tools and equipment
• Knowledge of electric motors, generators, pumps, pressure systems, water systems and other equipment and systems found in the facilities
• A certain degree of creativity and latitude
• Ability to perform the job with a high level of safety awareness
• Ability to interpret technical documents; such as operating and maintenance instructions
• Excellent communications and organizational skills
• Desire and ability to thrive in a highly participative team environment
• Willingness to work overtime as production schedule demand.
• Effectively communicate with all members of organization
• Ability to work under pressure to meet tight deadlines
• Prioritize tasks and handle multiple priorities
• Adapt quickly to changing policies and procedures
• Attention to detail and high level of organization and accuracy

Required Education and Experience

• Two-year degree in mechanics; plus, one to four years of related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Spanish fluency.

Physical Demands

• Regular standing, walking, reaching, and handling of materials and equipment.
• Frequent lifting and moving of objects weighing up to 50 pounds, with occasional heavier loads.
• Occasional bending, crouching, stooping, kneeling, climbing, and working in various environments.
• Repetitive and varied hand, finger, and arm motions.
• The ability to wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in compliance with safety protocols.
• Visual acuity for tasks requiring attention to detail.
• Exposure to manufacturing conditions, including chemicals, noise, and temperature changes.

Salary Description

$28.00 - $36.00 per hour