Maintenance Mechanic

Job Description

Job Description

Position : Maintenance Mechanic

Location : Dolton, IL Manufacturing Facility

Reports To : Maintenance Supervisor

Job Description

This role will work 2nd Shift, plus cover a weekend on-call shift once per month.

Scope : The Maintenance Mechanic inspects, identifies, diagnoses and corrects mechanical or minor electrical / instrumental problems. Fabricates, installs, adjusts, repairs, replaces parts, dismantles and rebuilds equipment / instruments to correct problems per schematics and work instructions.

• Uses maintenance equipment such as :  arc and tig welders, acetylene torch, lathe, pipe threader, drill press, various power and hand tools.
• Utilizes and inspects forklift, scissor lift, drum handler and pallet jack. Prepares records of activities in computer databases, logbooks and on repair records.
• Works in accordance with OSHA requirements, established safety procedures, wears appropriate PPE, uses prescribed safety equipment, attends safety meetings, and notifies appropriate personnel of emergency conditions.
• Has basic knowledge of manufacturing process and material characteristics and instruments.
• Has strong mechanical knowledge of equipment.
• Understands and follows Food Safety requirements and Good Manufacturing Procedures to meet plant sanitation standards. Works any shift schedule or weekday as required.

Essential Job Functions

Minimum Qualifications

Education

This position requires a high school diploma minimum with trade school preferred.

Mechanical trade and welding skills are required for this position along with the ability to comprehend piping schematics and blueprints.

Experience

Requires 2 years’ experience in industrial maintenance operations or related field.

Physical Requirements