Maintenance Mechanic

About the role

Performs scheduled and emergency maintenance and repair work to facilities and equipment. Consults with departmental Supervisor regarding repair scheduling and production delays. Follows up on and studies recurring failures to find solutions. Brings all problems that do not have a visible method of immediate solution to the attention of supervisor. Initiates immediate communication to supervisor when a problem has no immediate solution or when an emergency breakdown requires more than four hours to repair.

Responsibilities

• Repairs presses, folders, cutters, die cutters, stitchers, collators, rewinders, and other equipment
• Troubleshoots problems with production equipment and takes measures to solve them
• Makes electrical repairs as knowledge and experience allow
• Performs preventative maintenance activities with the help of the machine’s Operator/crew
• Performs safety measures in the design and installation of equipment; understands company safety policy
• Ensures equipment is within safety and governmental compliance
• Informs co-workers of precautions and equipment; trains others in the use of protective equipment when required
• Works overtime when needed

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent
• 5+ years of experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Machine shop fundamentals: welding, milling, lathes, precision measurement tools
• Specialized training in plumbing and electrical fundamentals (at least 2 years)
• Specialized training with printing presses, KBA experience
• Extensive knowledge of all production processes, activities, equipment, materials, products

Skills

• Good mechanical aptitude
• Troubleshooting skills
• Ability to read and understand oral/written instructions
• Math skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication and division of whole numbers and fractions
• Ability to work independently
• Detail oriented
• Ability to anticipate problems and head them off
• Knowledge of general maintenance procedures

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift, push and pull up to 50 lbs
• Frequent reaching, bending, climbing, kneeling, crouching, and stooping
• Manual dexterity for repetitive work
• Frequent walking and standing

Pay

$30 – $40/hr