Machine Maintenance Mechanic II/III

Position Purpose

To maintain and repair all production equipment. To keep machinery and equipment in good working condition.

Knowledge/Skills and Experience

• Three to five years of equipment maintenance experience in a production facility required.
• Minimum of one year of machine shop training and/or machine shop experience preferred.
• Possess good mechanical aptitude and basic machining skills.
• Demonstrated experience with maintaining electrical and mechanical systems and equipment.
• Able to read, write and do basic arithmetic functions to read blueprints and make mathematical calculations.
• Must provide own mechanic's hand tools that may include machinist's precision measuring tools.
• Observes all safety and good housekeeping regulations of the department and/or the Company.
• Successfully complete an initial program of classroom instruction regarding the nature of handling, storage & treatment of hazardous material including all pertinent regulations.
• Position may require Level I or Level II hazardous materials handling.

Essential Duties

• Disassemble and assemble production equipment for replacement of worn or broken parts to include machine heads and tables.
• Perform preventative maintenance on equipment by cleaning, lubricating and/or replacing broken or worn parts.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical and mechanical equipment.
• Use precise measuring tools to verify conformance of parts to blueprint specifications.
• Fabricate parts to blueprint presses and various types of power tools.
• Rebuild and repair other production equipment.
• Replace and/or repair electrical devices and equipment up to 480 volts.
• To include motors, proximity switches, light curtains etc.
• Familiar with and able to diagnose problems associated with pneumatic, hydraulic switches / solenoids and proximity switch activation systems.
• Keeps work area and machine tools clean and free of debris.
• Performs skilled and/or less skilled work in the department or other areas of the Company as directed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Physical Environment and Working Conditions

• Able to work in a factory environment with mechanical noise from production machinery.
• When required, able to perform repairs or installations on rooftops or outdoors in inclement weather.
• Requires the ability to climb and safely work from ladders up to 15 ft.
• Able to stand/walk for up to 12 hours a day.
• Must be physically able to lift 30 lbs. frequently and up to 50 lbs. occasionally.
• Able to work near oils, solvents, and chemicals used in production equipment.
• Reach above head and shoulders to replace and/or repair equipment.
• Able to twist, bend, stoop and crouch to work in confined spaces such as tanks, furnaces and closets.
• Must be mentally alert to constant hazards of machinery and chemicals.
• Must attend Confined Space Entry Training Program and take corresponding physical examination if needed.
• Required to wear hearing protection and participate in hearing conservation program.
• Must be able to wear safety protection equipment such as, but not limited to, steel toed shoes, safety glasses w/ side shields, aprons, gloves and protective sleeves.