Spreader Roll Mechanic Lead (West Monroe, Louisiana (US))

About the Voith Group

The Voith Group is a global technology company. With its broad portfolio of systems, products, services and digital applications, Voith sets standards in the markets of energy, paper, raw materials and transport & automotive. Founded in 1867, the company today has around 20,700 employees, sales of € 4,8 billion and locations in over 60 countries worldwide and is thus one of the larger family-owned companies in Europe.

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Reasons you'll love working here:

• Flexibility with Work/Life Balance
• Competitive Compensation and Benefits Package
• 401K with generous company match
• Climate-Neutral Footprint Worldwide
• Tuition reimbursement

Summary:

This role is responsible for the setup, disassembly, inspection, repair, and reassembly of spreader rolls, ensuring all work meets Voith quality standards while maintaining a safe and efficient work environment. The position requires hands-on experience with large mechanical equipment, proficiency with a wide range of tools, and a team-oriented approach with flexibility to support operational needs.

Responsibilities:

• Set up, disassemble, inspect, repair and re-assemble spreader rolls. Must have knowledge of repair practices and be able to maintain Voith quality standards in an efficient and safe manner.
• Must be familiar with operation of mechanical assemblies and have knowledge of spreader rolls. Must have knowledge of how this equipment is used in the manufacturing operation of paper machines and related equipment.
• Experience in setups and practices used in working on large equipment.
• Operate and maintain a variety of mechanical tools and equipment, including drills, taps, pullers, bearing heaters, presses, hydraulic test units, 25-ton overhead cranes, forklifts, hand trucks, and standard hand tools to support manufacturing and maintenance activities.
• Demonstrate a positive, team-oriented attitude that supports a productive shop environment.
• Perform all job duties safely, efficiently, and in accordance with Voith quality standards.
• Maintain reliable attendance and flexibility to work overtime and shift schedules as needed.
• Show willingness to learn and adapt by supporting additional operational tasks as required.

Requirements:

• High School Diploma preferred but not required if the experience level, determined by Voith management, off-sets this requirement.
• Must have knowledge of repair practices and be able to maintain Voith quality standards in an efficient and safe manner.
• Demonstrate strong understanding of mechanical assemblies, including spreader rolls, and how this equipment is utilized within paper machine manufacturing operations and related systems.
• Experience in setups and practices used in working on large equipment.

* This job description is not all encompassing; however, it is intended to be a general description of the responsibilities of this position.

Voith US Inc. is an EEO/AA/VEVRAA compliant Federal Contractor and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. We welcome everyone to apply, especially those individuals who are underrepresented in the industry including people of color, LGBTQI+ community, women, individuals with disabilities (both seen and unseen), Veterans, people of any age or family status. We embrace the competitive advantage that diversity brings and we strive to create a working environment that is inclusive of thought and talent.