Maintenance Mechanic

Maintenance Mechanic Production - 2nd & 3rd ShiftStart: immediately in Pleasant Prairie, WI / United States Permanent position, Full-timeWe are the world's #1 gummi candy manufacturer. It's a great time to join our growing organization and help spread "Childlike Happiness" (one of our core values) to consumers across the United States. The Maintenance Mechanic – Production for our 2nd/ 3rd Shift will be responsible of performing maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on production equipment and related infrastructure.Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor, the Maintenance Mechanic – Production for our 2nd/3rd Shift is responsible for assembling, installing, testing, and maintaining production equipment, apparatus, and fixtures using hand and power tools. They will collaborate with Electrical and Automation Technicians, as well as other employees, to maintain equipment and optimize processes. Additionally, they will perform preventive and corrective maintenance while driving equipment improvements. The Maintenance Mechanic – Production for our 2nd/3rd Shift will also partner with support functions to identify and resolve unplanned downtime events, as well as address quality, safety, cost, and other losses in the area using problem-solving techniques and a continuous improvement mindset.Requirements/QualificationsResponsibilities:Monitors packaging equipment for proper operation, makes adjustments and repairs to optimize machine performance.Inspects equipment and components to identify hazards, defects, and the need for adjustment or repair, and to ensure compliance with codes.Observes and diagnoses malfunctioning machines, systems, apparatus, and components, using test equipment and hand tools to locate the cause of a breakdown or operational problem.Clean, lubricate, adjust, and repair machinery and equipment.Disassembles machinery to inspect defects and replace compromised components. Reassemble machinery according to manufacturer's procedures.Ability to repair and fabricate components using shop machine tools and applicable welding techniques.Conducts inspection of and routine preventative maintenance on assigned equipment.Other duties assigned.Qualifications:Must be available to work off shift (2nd/3rd shift) schedule Tuesday to Saturday.Requires high school diploma or equivalent (HSED/GED).Minimum of three (3) years of experience relating to industrial mechanical repairs.Minimum one (1) year of trades training in industrial maintenance or other technical discipline.Must be flexible with off-shift work schedule and overtime/weekends as needed.Preferred Qualifications:An AAS degree in robotics, industrial maintenance or technology is a plus.Requires good knowledge of the process equipment and strong mechanical aptitude.Requires teamwork ability; works well with others and communicates effectively with all associates.Requires the ability to train and coach others for success.Skills:Ability to read and understand blueprints, schematic and mechanical drawingsAbility to operate a variety of hand and power tools, such as grinders, saws, machine tools, and welding equipment.Strong written and verbal communication skills in English to document work, communicate with management, and collaborate with colleagues.Requires basic mathematical skills to be able to add, subtract, multiply, divide, and work with percentages.Physical Requirements:Standing/walking: Continuous (over 75%)Talking/hearing: Continuous (over 75%)Hand/finger dexterity: Frequent to continuousClimbing, bending, kneeling, crouching: FrequentLifting/carrying tools, parts, and equipment 50 lbs: Frequent to continuousAbility to multitask and function in high-stress environmentsWork performed indoors with artificial lighting, mid-level noise, and proper ventilation