Industrial Mechanic

Job Description

Job Description

Chance Aluminum, based in Williamsport, PA, focuses on production as the domestic supplier for AA Metals, a Florida-based master distributor with global operations in the United States, Colombia, Turkey, and China. We are a safety focused, industrial manufacturing facility looking to expand our team of dedicated, goal-driven individuals.

Industrial Mechanic Summary:

The Industrial Mechanic is responsible for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing mechanical equipment and systems essential to the continuous operation of Chance Aluminum’s rolling mill. This role plays a critical part in minimizing downtime and maximizing equipment efficiency, quality, and safety in a high-speed manufacturing environment.

Industrial Mechanic Benefits:

• Four 10-hour shifts (2nd shift benefit), three days off weekly
• Competitive compensation
• Low-cost health premiums
• Employer paid short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Employer paid life insurance
• Shift differentials
• PTO bonuses weekly for some shifts
• Paid Time Off (PTO) program
• 401k with employer matching

Industrial Mechanic Essential Responsibilities:

• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on mechanical systems, including rolling mill equipment, gearboxes, motors, conveyors, pumps, bearings, and hydraulics.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose mechanical malfunctions and breakdowns, implementing timely repairs to minimize downtime.
• Read and interpret technical diagrams, blueprints, equipment manuals, and schematics.
• Disassemble and reassemble machinery with precision to manufacturer specifications.
• Install new mechanical systems and assist with upgrades to existing equipment.
• Collaborate with Industrial Electricians, Engineers, and Operators to ensure integrated system performance.
• Support emergency repair needs during production downtime or breakdowns.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records using a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).
• Comply with safety regulations and company policies, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) and PPE requirements.
• Participate in root cause analysis (RCA) for chronic equipment failures and provide input for process improvement.
• Support continuous improvement and reliability initiatives.

Industrial Mechanic Qualifications:

Required:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in an industrial or manufacturing maintenance environment.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, hydraulics, pneumatics, and industrial machinery.
• Proficiency with basic fabrication, welding, and machining (e.g., lathes, grinders).
• Ability to work from heights, in confined spaces, and around molten metals and high-speed equipment.

Preferred:

• Associate degree or technical certification in Industrial Maintenance, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or a related field.
• Experience in an aluminum or metal processing facility.
• Familiarity with predictive maintenance technologies (vibration analysis, thermography, ultrasound).
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing or TPM (Total Productive Maintenance) principles.
• OSHA 30 certification.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Comfortable working in a noisy and physically demanding industrial environment.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and work in tight spaces for extended periods.

Work Schedule:

• Full-time position with possible on-call availability for emergencies.
• Rotating shifts may be required, including weekends and holidays.

Starting salary up to $30.00/hr. plus shift differentials and opportunities for ongoing rate increases based on skill acquisition

Full-time

On-site, Williamsport, PA