Job Description

The Maintenance Mechanic reports to the Shift Supervisor. Duties include trouble-shooting machine breakdowns, implementing root cause repairs, preventative maintenance and machinery modifications. Mechanics work on high-speed machinery, pneumatic and hydraulics, as well as perform general building maintenance. Works safely at all times, keeps work area clean and ensures that day-to-day operations run smoothly and efficiently.


Shift: 7am to 3pm Monday to Friday



FUNCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Mechanical installation according to industry standards. Installs new equipment as instructed Performs repairs/modifications of mechanical problems on plant machinery Troubleshooting and timely repairs of broken down equipment. Complete repairs within a reasonable time frame. At workstation when scheduled and remains for duration of assignment. Uses a logical process to identify and repair breakdowns Able to use welder and grinding equipment etc. to fabricate parts where required. Organization of parts areas. Correctly enters computer W/O specific details, parts/machine shop, requisitions as required. Complete documentation of work performed and parts re-order sheets. Research parts (where required) so that correct information provided when requesting parts to be ordered. Inputs required computer information. Clearly expresses ideas/concepts & instructions as required.

FUNCTIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Understand the safety features of the equipment, such as guards, emergency stops and start up signals Read and understand a work order * Operate forklift and clamp truck in a safe manner after successful training is completed