Maintenance Mechanic

Maintenance MechanicThe maintenance mechanic is a line mechanic responsible for troubleshooting and repair of facility and manufacturing equipment, to include basic electrical maintenance. The mechanic will have to maintain high speed printing, binding, and packaging equipment, as well as various other equipment within the facility. Strong mechanical and some electrical troubleshooting skills required.Essential Functions:All facets of repair and preventive maintenance on various mechanical equipment within the facilityActively participate in improving overall maintenance systems by providing verbal/written feedback, editing work plans, and modifying PMs, etcDemonstrate good communication skills with all coworkersFollow operational procedures and plansMaintain and demonstrate an expert knowledge of Lock out/Tag out proceduresPerform machine repairs- includes troubleshooting mechanical/electrical/pneumatic issuesTroubleshoot and maintain hydraulic systemsPerform some light electrical work, such as: pulling wires, replacing relays, installing outlets, etcPerform some minor carpentry work, such as: replacing locks, replacing ceiling tiles, painting, etcPerform some minor plumbing work, such as: clearing drains, replacing pipes and hoses, etcAssist with all types of tooling change-overs on production equipment, as neededOther duties as assignedQualifications:Tool knowledge and a general understanding of automated production machineryAbility to read schematics a plusAbility to operate shop equipment – drill press, welders, torches, etcExcellent mechanical aptitude requiredSelf directed worker with strong trouble-shooting skillsStrong precision millwright / machinist skillsThe ability to use precision maintenance instruments and techniquesSkilled in using machine shop equipment such as metal lathes and millsAbility to fabricate parts from stock; pipe fitting and sheet metal skills a plusAbility to perform Root Cause Analysis on chronic problemsEducation/Experience:High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent3+ years experience as a maintenance technician, electrician, or machinist in a manufacturing environment preferredWelding experience preferredExperience troubleshooting and maintaining automated industrial equipment