2nd Shift Production Mechanic

BASIC FUNCTIONS

• 5-10 years experience with manufacturing and packaging machinery
• Mechanical aptitude to utilize hand tools, basic electric tools and measuring devices without supervision
• Repair equipment to OEM standards and specifications
• Independent setup of line configurations in accordance to manufacturing and quality specifications
• Read and interpret blueprints, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic schematics, piping and control diagrams
• Complete work orders; request new work orders, communicate verbally and in writing
• Fabricate new parts via duplication of existing or from blueprint, ability to weld, braze, operate acetylene torches
• Operate standard shop equipment including lathe, milling machine, drill press, etc.
• Working knowledge of pumps, bearings, bushings, power transmissions, vacuum, pneumatic, cooling systems and components
• Ability to troubleshoot breakdowns of machinery
• Comply with all company policies, procedures, methods, and standards in adherence with Good Manufacturing Procedures (GMP)
• Comply with all company policies, procedures, methods, and standards in adherence with Safety program
• Follow bargaining unit Labor agreement in accordance with company objectives

BEHAVIORAL EXPECTATIONS AND QUALIFICATIONS

A. BEHAVIORAL EXPECTATIONS

• Capable of extended hour commitment
• Understanding of the operating details of converting and packaging equipment within the department
• General knowledge of soap processing equipment and soap characteristics as they are related to the efficient operation of the converting and packaging equipment
• General knowledge of packing material characteristics
• Understanding of quality parameters as they relate to the finished product
• Feedback is essential to good performance
• Two-way communication is encouraged between the Manager and operator on a continuing basis
• Maintain an acceptable level of orderliness and cleanliness in areas of assigned work
• Understanding of and adherence to machine safety
• Observance of all safe practices within the department
• Ability to clearly communicate with maintenance coworkers, manufacturing personnel, floor supervisors, and management
• Ability to coordinate with vendors, OEMs, and company representatives
• Detail-oriented, organized, ability to multi-task assignments as needed
• Ability to decipher root cause failure, repair machinery, and document condition with corrective action
• Complete knowledge of OSHA rules and regulations including but not limited to LO/TO, hoist, electrical, guarding, PPE, etc.
• Math skills to calculate basic math, geometry layout, distance/area/volume, tolerance computation, metric, and standard conversations
• Function with little supervision

B. QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience Requirements: 5-10 years experience with manufacturing and packaging machinery
• Education and License Requirements: High school education with a diploma or be able to demonstrate knowledge consistent with the level of education. Trade school or technical degree preferred
• Computer literate with standard MS Windows software (word, Excel)
• Physical Working Conditions (Physical Capacities): Capable of prolonged standing, bending, and twisting consistent with maintenance-type operations. Capable of moderate to heavy lifting up to 100 lbs. Exposure to mild noise (machinery) and some mild nuisance dust. Climate conditions are consistent with those of a normal manufacturing environment