Mechanic

Mechanic Job Description

The Mechanic diagnoses, corrects, and prevents mechanical and process-related issues that impact product quality and production performance. The role focuses on true root-cause analysis across interdependent machine variables, precise setup and alignment, targeted mechanical adjustments, and clear documentation to keep lines running safely, efficiently, and within specification.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform root-cause diagnosis and corrective action on variables including width, strand thickness, strand width bond, oscillation, edge condition, and weight per square foot.
• Complete die setups (replace/flip) and verify alignment and setup integrity before releasing to production.
• Identify, remove, and replace worn or failed mechanical and electrical components; perform basic electrical diagnostics as needed.
• Evaluate and restore machine calibration and alignment; establish/standardize setpoints and document changes.
• Support Operators during startups, changeovers, and troubleshooting to maintain stable, compliant production.
• Partner with Quality to complete sample verification and weight-per-square-foot adjustments before production release.
• Execute and document preventive maintenance (inspection, lubrication, tightening) and escalate risks to uptime or quality.
• Follow all safety procedures (including Lockout/Tagout) and maintain an orderly, safe work area.

Skills, Tools & Qualifications:

Mechanical aptitude, troubleshooting complex production equipment. Ability to perform structured root-cause analysis (e.g., 5-Why) and document corrective actions. Proficient in reading mechanical drawings/schematics and using precision measurement tools (calipers, micrometers, dial indicators, feeler gauges). Alignment capability using straightedges/squares and mechanical or laser alignment tools. Basic electrical diagnostics (multimeter use, sensor/continuity checks) preferred. Skilled with hand/power tools (torque wrenches, impacts/drills, pullers) and Die maintenance. Preferred experience using CMMS/work-order systems for documentation and parts tracking. Strong communication, documentation, and cross-functional teamwork skills; able to assist Operators and Quality. Prior machine maintenance experience required; industrial/manufacturing environment preferred. High school diploma or GED required; technical/vocational training preferred. Knowledge of safety practices and Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures.

What ETI Can Offer:

Onboarding: safety (PPE, LOTO), quality standards, and machine-specific training. Cross-training: core production lines and critical adjustments. Ongoing development: precision alignment, electrical fundamentals, PM best practices. Career path: Mechanic ? Senior/Lead Mechanic.

Physical & Work Environment

Prolonged standing, bending, lifting, and twisting. Ability to lift 50100 lbs. Warehouse environment with fluctuating extreme temperatures. Full-time 12-hour rotating shifts.-1st Shift: 6:00 a.m.6:00 p.m#TJCATL