Mechanic

Mechanic - Job Description

Summary

The Mechanic diagnoses, corrects, and prevents mechanical and processrelated issues that

impact product quality and production performance. The role focuses on true rootcause

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 rootcause 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 weightpersquarefoot

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 rootcause analysis (e.g., 5Why) 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/workorder systems for documentation and parts

tracking.

• Strong communication, documentation, and crossfunctional 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 machinespecific training.

• Crosstraining : 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 50-100 lbs.

• Warehouse environment with fluctuating extreme temperatures.

• Full-time - 12-hour rotating shifts.-1st Shift: 6:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m

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