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Overview

The Maintenance Mechanic position requires a strong electrical and mechanical background to troubleshoot and repair industrial packaging and facilities support equipment, prioritizing maintenance and safety.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, diagnose and repair equipment breakdowns involving mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic components.
• Tear down equipment, rebuild and replace defective parts and component units such as motors, gear boxes, clutches, bearings, and electrical units.
• Simplify and improve changeover procedures.
• Assist Line Workers in the changeover process.
• Setup fill lines for production runs.
• Perform changeovers and setups on assigned equipment and/or lines.
• Repair machinery and related equipment.
• Dismantle defective equipment and install new or repaired parts.
• Adhere to and promote all safety policies and procedures including personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Assist supervisor with the operation of all the production lines.
• Interact with various levels of senior management and management.
• Participate in special projects, meetings and/or other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Three (3) years maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of pneumatics, hydraulics, and mechanical systems.
• Basic knowledge of electrical systems.
• Ability to provide a set of basic mechanic's hand tools to function.
• Ability to work overtime, when necessary, and weekends when required.
• Able to lift up to 55 pounds and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Working knowledge of electricity both AC 480-120v and DC 180-low voltage controls.
• Good troubleshooting skills in electricity and mechanical systems.
• Self-starter who works well under fast-paced conditions.
• Able to be on their feet for long periods of time, walking and answering calls.
• 3+ years of mechanical maintenance experience and knowledge of production equipment mechanical operations in a manufacturing environment.
• The ability to lift and move 40lbs-60lbs.
• Problem solving and troubleshooting skills.
• The ability to meet fast-paced goals and standards.

Additional Information

• 2nd shift hours (3:00 P.M. - 11:00 P.M.) M-F OT as needed.
• Familiarity with equipment such as carton erectors, carton sealers, liquid fillers, case packers, palletizers, cappers, conveyors, and labelers.
• Blow molding experience with either Uniloy or Bekum blowmolders is ideal.