MACHINE MECHANIC

Job Description

Job Description

With over 125 years of manufacturing excellence, A. Rifkin Co. is the nation's leading provider of security bags. A. Rifkin Co. is a family owned and operated U.S. manufacturer well-known in the banking market as the leader and innovator in built-in security.

SUMMARY :

The Machine Mechanic repairs and maintains machines used in production.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Visually inspects and listens to machines and equipment to locate causes of malfunction.
• Dismantles machines and equipment to gain access to problem areas.
• Inspects and measures parts to detect wear, misalignment, or other problems.
• Removes and replaces worn or defective parts.
• Realigns and adjusts components such as timing gears, hooks, and all components requiring timing.
• Replaces or repairs fittings and lines.
• Starts machine and checks for proper operation.
• Operates tools such as lathe, milling machine, cutting tools, hand tools, and grinders.
• Modified operation of machines to do a different operation (as per supervisor instructions).
• Assists Plant Engineer and Plant Manager when needed.
• Reports problem areas not directly associated to the job.
• Initiates purchase order requisition for parts and machines.
• Assist with general building maintenance such as, replacing lights, ballasts, plumbing issues, regular building maintenance.

QUALIFICATIONS :

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and / or EXPERIENCE

LANGUAGE SKILLS

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

REASONING ABILITY

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

OTHER ABILITIES / SKILLS

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.