Maintenance

Vitro is the largest glass manufacturer in the Western Hemisphere and the largest glass producer in North America.  Vitro’s glass products can be found in some of the most iconic vehicles on the road, in countless buildings and homes around the world, and in billions of glass containers produced every year.  With more than 14,000 employees worldwide, we have expanded our global footprint and cemented our leadership role in the industries in which we operate.  At Vitro, we redefine the power of partnership to create value and innovative glass solutions for our customers and communities. Together, we will realize the full potential of glass to shape how we move, build, and live in the future.  Together, we have the power to make more than glass. We can make the future a brighter place for years to come.

Vitro is looking for a General Maintenance Mechanic that is responsible for performing plant maintenance in a safe and orderly manner to maintain a high level of production in the plant.  The incumbent observes all Vitro environmental policies in the performance of his/her duties to minimize any potential impact on the environment.  They observe all safety rules and procedures, performs work in a safe and orderly manner, maintains good housekeeping in specific work areas and assists in this endeavor throughout the plant.  The incumbent must have the ability to troubleshoot and effect necessary repair, adjustment or construction of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic equipment throughout the plant as relates to the following areas of qualification:   welding, millwrighting, pipefitting and electrical work.  The position is part of a continuous operation (24 hours, 7 days/week), and has a rotating schedule.

• Use of hand tools, power tools, and shop equipment
• Strong mechanical aptitude with knowledge of bearings, gears, couplings, etc.
• Knowledge of cylinders, valves and solenoids
• Experience with preventative maintenance in an industrial setting
• Basic Welding/Fabrication
• Basic mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills
• Basic 3-phase electrical experience
• Basic Control Systems troubleshooting
• Ability to understand electrical and mechanical schematics
• Advanced fabrication ability is a plus
• Basic machining skill with mills and lathes is a plus
• PLC and advanced motor control experience is a major plus