Maintenance- Mechanic II

Since 1890, Pfeiffer Vacuum has been shaping the vacuum industry with groundbreaking innovations. Every day, over 4,000 employees at 10 production sites and more than twenty sales and service companies worldwide give everything for our customers. With our comprehensive portfolio, we offer solutions for all types of vacuum applications. We are driven by the highest quality standards and our vision to be the most sustainable and fastest-growing market player in our industry to drive technology for a sustainable future.

About the role

Responsible for maintaining all equipment and facilities to allow products to be manufactured and shipped in a timely manner to customers. Maintenance Mechanics are responsible for the upkeep of buildings and grounds; the repair and maintenance of production equipment and machinery; modifications to the structure; and layout of the facilities.

Responsibilities

• Performs preventive maintenance on production equipment, repairs equipment that is down, or installs new equipment.
• Performs work on facilities such as repairing plumbing, new lighting, painting, and minor structural repairs.
• Supports interdepartmental personnel by assisting on maintenance issues.
• Exercise judgment, discretion, and tact in all business matters and relationships.
• Maintain clear and cooperative working relationships with co-workers, demonstrating regular attendance and punctuality.
• Participate in and contribute to teamwork within the organization, including collaborative problem-solving in both formal and informal work teams.
• Follow all quality and safety procedures of the company, including those at customer sites if applicable, and abide by the corporate Code of Conduct in all situations.

Requirements

• Familiar with state-of-the-art maintenance methodologies as they pertain to manufacturing and machine-shop facilities.
• Able to work overtime (weekdays/Saturdays) as required.
• Good organizational and time-management skills to complete multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to work with others in the department to learn specific knowledge of processes and/or procedures to continuously make improvements.
• Maintain a class C driver’s license to support Manufacturing and total plant facilities.
• Any combination of education and training equivalent to graduation from High School (or equivalent) that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Minimum of 24-36 months experience in a manufacturing environment, with an additional 6 months experience in related Facilities-Maintenance.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic mathematics skills.
• Able to work in a fast-paced shop with quickly changing work priorities and minimal interaction to complete assignments on time.

Company Values

Pfeiffer Vacuum Valves & Engineering (PV V&E) believes that we are all suppliers and customers of someone in our organization. Employees must demonstrate a customer-centric belief by being value-adding, reliable, performance-driven, innovative, service-minded, and agile in all business activities. Company values include:

• Open-mindedness, trust, communication, strategic/creative thinking, courage, accountability, humility.
• Ethical sensitivity and compliance, resilience, facing diversity.
• Fostering a culture of empowerment, engagement, and collaboration.

Physical Demands

• 95% manufacturing environment, 5% inside climate/noise-controlled office area.
• Lifting up to 50 lbs. required; up to 110 lbs. on occasion, with assistance.
• Eye, hearing, and Cleanroom protective equipment/garments must be worn as required.
• Tasks require walking, sitting, bending, reaching, mobility, frequent lifting, and pushing/pulling.
• Work requires computer skills (word processing, spreadsheet, and data-entry), attention to detail, and accuracy.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to balance multiple tasks and manage stress associated with the duties of this position.

Work Environment

This position works in a factory setting.