Maintenance Mechanic

Primary Maintenance Technician Duties/Responsibilities Include:

• Troubleshoot, install, maintain and repair defective parts, machinery and mechanical equipment such as paper bag machines and equipment, motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, physical structures, plumbing, hydraulic and automated systems
• Perform preventive maintenance activities such as lubricating, aligning components and observing operations, vibrations and noise level
• Sets up and operates lathe, drill press, mill, welder, grinder and other metal working tools to make and repair parts.
• Work safely by observing safety rules, policies, and procedures. Identify unsafe conditions or actions
• Respond to work orders submitted by employees
• Work independently as well as part of a team
• Assist supervisor in ordering parts
• Plans and obtains cost estimates and executes projects under guidance of the maintenance supervisor
• Provide training in areas of expertise or knowledge
• Support facility improvements
• Maintain clean and organized work areas, cleaning up areas after tasks are complete
• Participate and execute actions from the quality improvement program
• Maintain compliance with company quality systems and support audits
• Perform emergency/break down repair as needed
• Other duties as may be assigned

The Skills You Will Bring:

• Experience/knowledge in mechanical troubleshooting, welding, metal fabrication, plumbing, pneumatics, confined space and mobile equipment
• Ability to problem-solve and prioritize work
• Ability to work with minimum supervision
• Ability to accurately use and read a variety of measuring devices
• Ability to bend, squat and kneel, and climb frequently
• Ability to lift average weighted materials, 50 lbs. up to 70 lbs. occasionally
• Ability to stand for 8 hours
• Ability to work varied hours/days
• Ability to adapt to change
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to read manuals and diagrams
• Mechanical Journeyman or Technical/Vocation Certificate preferred but not required

The hiring process for successful candidates will include a team interview and may include a pre-employment aptitude test.

The Benefits You Will Enjoy:

• Paid time off including holidays and vacation. Eligible to take vacation time after completion of probation (60 days of actual work) and a total of six (6) months of employment.
• Applicable shift differential and overtime pay
• 401k Retirement Plan matching program
• Medical, dental & vision
• Life & disability insurance
• Unionized facility: Requires union dues & initiation fees

The Career You Will Build:

• Promotional opportunities