Tufting Mechanic II - 2nd Shift

About the role

Make necessary adjustments or repairs to ensure the quality of all equipment and machinery in a leading global flooring manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Identify and repair any related defects
• Set up machines
• Perform electrical maintenance
• Welding
• Fill propane tanks
• Charge grinder blades
• Check mechanics of lift truck
• Blow forklift radiator out with compressed air
• Grind materials with electric grinder
• Operate powered industrial trucks/equipment such as forklifts and lift trucks
• Attend job-related training as required by supervision
• Follow all established standard operating and safety procedures as well as company policies
• Perform general housekeeping duties
• Perform other tasks assigned by management

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent (preferred)
• Lift Truck Certification (preferred)
• Successful completion of all required on-the-job training
• Successful completion of all required health and environmental safety training
• Ability to read and write in standard English and perform basic math calculations (addition and subtraction)
• Previous experience as Mechanic I or equivalent
• Understanding of basic mechanical operation of machinery
• Basic knowledge of tool types and uses
• May be required to pass Mechanic II skills assessment testing

Skills

• Mechanical aptitude and basic troubleshooting knowledge
• Ability to multi-task
• Operate in a team-based environment

Physical Requirements

• May require bending, squatting, climbing, and other physical movement for long periods of time
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds frequently
• Working around moving equipment and in an industrial environment
• Working in an environment with regular exposure to chemicals, noise from machinery, dust, fumes, and variable temperatures