Maintenance - Mechanic

JOB TITLE: Mechanic I SHIFT: Blue Days 6am – 6pm Sunday – Tuesday, every other Wednesday FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt REPORTS TO: Maintenance Manager   SUMMARY:   The successful candidate will have existing relevant Industrial Maintenance experience and be able to perform routine repairs to production equipment. Plastics and/or Nonwoven machinery maintenance experience is a plus. They will be a self-motivated and driven individual, able to work independently or in a team setting. Understanding the urgency to get jobs complete yet done Safely and correctly will be important.   ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Ability to clean and inspect Production Machinery components with signs of wear. Knowledge of installing mechanical drive components, ie belts, chains & bearings Prior Training in machine shop equipment operating Practices Able to read and execute mechanical PM’s and procedures for various types of machines. Able to troubleshoot Mechanical systems and simple hydraulic/pneumatic systems Emergency response to all in plant emergencies, i.e. Fires and chemical spills 6S work environment. Keeps work area, tools and equipment clean and orderly. Assist with other Maintenance team members as needed. Able to work effectively and maintain deadlines with limited supervision. Critical troubleshooting and decision-making skills; able to make effective decisions among primarily known/understood conditions with occasional variables. Verbal and written communication skills; ability to follow instructions. CMMS experience (Mainsaver) Strong work ethic with history of good attendance. Other duties as assigned.   EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: Two-year Technical Degree in related field or High School Diploma and/or at least two years demonstrated relevant experience. Must possess valid driver License and maintain forklift operator certificate. LOTO Practices, rigging, Confined Space, PPE, HAZCOM   PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT: Ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly, occasionally lift up to 100 lbs with assistance. Must be able to perform physical work in a variety of positions and at various heights includes bending, stooping, crawling, reaching and twisting of arms and body movement. Use of personal protective equipment is required.