Maintenance Mechanic - Manufacturing

About the role

Pioneer Metal Finishing is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic to join our team. This position offers competitive pay starting at $27 - $33/hour, with a retention bonus of $1000 total after 30, 60, and 90 days. The role includes various shifts (1st, 2nd, and 3rd) with occasional overtime and on-call availability.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with other departments to investigate and solve maintenance related problems.
• Ensure vendor issues are resolved effectively and efficiently.
• Assists in maintaining department documentation, inventory, preventative maintenance schedules, and project log.
• Communicate at all levels of the organization, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and take input from subject matter experts.
• Maintain strong relationships with employees and provide continuous communication and performance feedback.
• Engage team members in implementing process improvements.
• Respond to emergency calls as needed.
• Resolve cited safety issues promptly.
• Adhere to all Quality System procedures and work instructions.
• Perform mechanical, electrical, and plumbing operations.
• Coordinate start-up and shutdown functions on plant equipment and facilities with Maintenance Technicians.
• Diagnose and resolve equipment malfunctions and operating difficulties.
• Work consistently to resolve safety issues.
• Work in conjunction with Human Resources on all personnel issues, including performance management and necessary disciplinary actions.
• Represent the company professionally when interacting with customers and vendors.
• Identify opportunities for improvement and potential solutions to close the gap.

Requirements

• A minimum of an associate degree in Electro-Mechanical or another related Mechanical field is preferred, but not necessary.
• Broad-based knowledge of electrical, mechanical, and plumbing, HVAC.
• Preferred experience with PLC (Programming Logic Controller) and VFD (Variable Frequency Drive).
• Minimum of two years of work-related experience.
• Blueprint and schematic knowledge required.
• Able to identify and resolve problems in a timely, creative manner.
• Learns quickly and adapts to new situations.
• Keen eye for detail to identify potential issues before they escalate.
• Strong team player and ability to influence positive outcomes.
• Encouraging collaboration and fostering a positive team dynamic.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact effectively and cooperatively with employees, vendors, and customers at all levels.

Qualifications

• Comfortable working at heights, with electrical equipment, and around chemicals.
• Ability to lift 30-50 lbs. unassisted.
• Wear respiratory protection when required.
• Must be able to work in a variety of weather conditions, including cold in the winter and hot in the summer.
• Must be able to work in a noisy environment.
• Must be able to work with various chemicals.

Skills

• Electrical, mechanical, and plumbing skills.
• Experience with PLC and VFD.
• Lean manufacturing experience preferred.
• ISO certification experience preferred.

Benefits

• Next-Day Pay
• Quarterly Incentive Program
• Paid Time Off
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) plan with a company match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Additional benefits for employee purchase life insurance, critical illness, voluntary accident, and accidental death & dismemberment
• LiveHealth Online, virtual doctor visits