Mechanic

About the Team:

The team is part of the Print Operations Department.

About the Role:

The Mechanic provides mechanic maintenance support to plant operations. The ability to perform work safely, meet the needs of operations, execute the maintenance program and comply with all safety codes is paramount. You will identify, troubleshoot and repair problems in mechanical systems that occur in production equipment. You will run tests, isolate problems, remove/replace failed components, determine failure modes by studying worn components and perform other tasks while also performing preventive maintenance and upgrades to mechanical systems. You will be based on-site at our Print Plant reporting to the Machinist Foreman.

You Will:

• Perform preventive maintenance on mechanical systems to include disassembly, cleaning, reassembly, and calibration. Act on information obtained from operators to diagnose equipment problems. Clean, lubricate, and adjust parts, equipment, and machinery.

• Disassemble machinery and equipment to remove parts and make repairs. Examine parts for defects such as breakage and excessive wear. Observe and test the operation of machinery and equipment to diagnose malfunctions, using voltmeters and other testing devices. Operate newly repaired machinery and equipment to verify the adequacy of repairs. Reassemble equipment after completion of inspections, testing, or repairs. Repair and maintain the operating condition of industrial production machinery and equipment. Repair and replace broken or malfunctioning components of machinery and equipment.

• Study blueprints and manufacturer manuals to determine correct installation and operation of machinery. Cuts and welds metal to repair broken metal parts, fabricate new parts, and assemble new equipment. Test all repairs upon completion.

• Record parts and materials used, and request new parts and materials. Record repairs and maintenance performed. Sometimes repairs or modifications are performed when blueprints and manufacturer specifications are unavailable or incomplete.

• Utilize safety and security practices and procedures following established rules and regulations and maintain a safe, clean, and secure work environment.

• Communicate with management, mechanics, and equipment operators to advise them if there are any potential mechanical hazards. Execute the maintenance work schedule as provided by your supervisor. This will require strategic decisions to ensure the scheduled work will be completed within the period scheduled.

• Keep the Foreman informed of all issues which may affect the operational capability of the equipment.

• Ensure the shop is maintained in a safe and orderly fashion. Attend meetings and support continuous improvement initiatives.

• Maintain close contact with the Foreman, maintenance crew, the production supervisors and equipment operators. Keep the maintenance supervisor and manager informed on all abnormal or critical situations and seek advice on matters outside of their knowledge or authority. Perform other tasks and special assignments as requested by management. Work with the production manager to set equipment maintenance priorities.

• Rotate shifts as scheduled by the plant management. The primary production hours of the plant are after 5pm (second shift). This is a rotating shift between 1st and 2nd shift with other team members with some weekend work required.

You Have:

• High school degree or 1- 3 years of equivalent experience in industrial / commercial mechanics preferred.

• Knowledge of basic mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems and safe machine operation principles including welding experience.

• Capability of lifting press parts and making mechanical repairs.

• Good math, mechanical, organizational, written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to stand for extended periods, bend, stoop, reach, and lift 35-pounds.

• An understanding of corporate and plant policies/practices while keeping accurate, useful operational and maintenance records.

Our Benefits

• Comprehensive Healthcare Plans

• Paid Time Off

• Retirement Plans

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Plans

• Education Benefits

• Paid Maternity and Paternity Leave

• Family Care Benefits

• Commuter Transit Program

• Subscription Discounts

• Employee Referral Program

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Business Area: Dow Jones - Print Operations

Job Category: Production & Skilled Trades

Union Status:

Non-Union role

Base Pay Range: $65,000 - $80,000

We’re committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation to attract top talent. This pay range reflects our good faith estimate for the role and may vary based on a candidate’s experience, skills, location, and other relevant factors.

For bonus-eligible roles, targets are determined based on multiple considerations, including market benchmarks and individual contributions.

For benefits-eligible roles, we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package covering health, retirement, wellbeing, and more, along with optional benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees.

Dow Jones is a global provider of news and business information, delivering content to consumers and organizations around the world across multiple formats, including print, digital, mobile and live events. Dow Jones has produced unrivaled quality content for more than 130 years and today has one of the world’s largest newsgathering operations globally.

It is home to leading publications and products including the flagship Wall Street Journal, America’s largest newspaper by paid circulation; Barron’s, MarketWatch, Mansion Global, Financial News, Dow Jones Risk & Compliance and Dow Jones Newswires. Dow Jones is a division of News Corp (Nasdaq: NWS, NWSA; ASX: NWS, NWSLV).

Req ID: 53637