Senior Maintenance Mechanic

Job Opportunity

At GF, we see our company as a forward-thinking leader in our field. Since 1802, we have been embracing innovations and sustainable solutions of the highest quality that add value to people's lives around the globe.

Join us to be part of a forward-thinking, people-centered company where your ideas and contributions truly matter.

This is your opportunity to make a real impact in a collaborative, international environment.

Job Summary

Responsible for all plant maintenance functions including, production equipment, building systems (HVAC, etc.), and grounds to support world-class plant operations. Is responsible for diagnosing and repairing equipment issues related to electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems. Performs routine preventative maintenance of machinery and building systems.

Primary Responsibilities

• Exhibits high personal integrity, with the ability to professionally support and interact with internal customers.
• Communicates with others well and approaches others with a high level of respect.
• Supports defined safety regulations, ensuring compliance with standards, including: Arc Flash, Lock out /Tag out, Electrical, etc.
• Responsible to maintain a safe working environment for all employees.
• Requires regular attendance per the schedule assigned by supervisor.
• Ensure that all scheduled Preventive Maintenance duties are completed in a timely manner.
• Ensure that all equipment is kept in a proper and safe working condition.
• Follow all company Safety rules and guidelines in operating machinery.
• Sustain the 6S system throughout all work areas.
• Maintain facility housekeeping.
• Troubleshoot and repair equipment that is not operating properly.
• Performs daily maintenance tasks, schedules repairs, and ensures all equipment and facilities are in good working order.
• Completes preventative maintenance programs to minimize downtime and extend the lifespan of assets.
• Responsible for diagnosing and resolving equipment malfunctions, identifying root causes, and implementing corrective actions.
• Maintains accurate records of maintenance activities.
• Monitors critical component inventory for machinery in ERP system to minimize plant downtime.

Essential Skills and Qualifications

Works collaboratively with the maintenance team and business units. Communicates and interacts with plant personnel and exhibits a positive attitude. This position requires the flexibility to work 40+ hours per week, and the ability to respond to on-call duties for repairs as required.

Strong 5S, housekeeping skills that align with world-class maintenance programs. Ability to interpret blueprints, specifications, ladder diagrams, logic, and schematics. Strong problem solving and analytical skills, with the ability to diagnose and resolve complex issues, analyze data, and make informed decisions. Supports ISO 9001 Quality, ISO 14001 Environmental, and OSHA 18801 certification requirements. Ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-shift environment.

Education and Experience

A minimum of 3-5 years experience in maintenance role, with direct hands-on experience in Hydraulics, Pneumatics, Electrical, and Mechanical maintenance and repair. High School/Vocational School Diploma or equivalent, preferred.

Environmental / Atmospheric Conditions

Typical office/factory environment with exposure to ambient temperatures in un-conditioned production areas. Exposure to general production machine noise levels. Exposure to hazards such as electrical and moving mechanical parts.

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements

Standing, walking, sitting, reaching, grasping, feeling, walking, and hearing. Requires some lifting of up to 40 pounds objects (boxes, trash bags, odd shaped items, equipment components, etc.). Required to lift 50 pounds and move odd shaped objects (desks, tables, etc.). Required to work a 40-hour work week, with overtime as required to support plant operations.