Maintenance Mechanic

Summary:

The Maintenance Mechanic oversees and performs the preventive and reactive maintenance duties required for the manufacturing operations of the plant. Priorities include management and execution of PM schedules, repair of any equipment that is needed to maintain maximum production rates and maintenance of an adequate spare parts inventory. This position requires the flexibility to work 40+ hours per week and also fulfill on-call duties for repairs

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:     

• Practice proper PPE compliance and maintain a safe working record and environment
• Immediately communicate unsafe conditions, acts or injuries to Facilities Manager or his designee
• Communicate with all plant personnel
• Understand and practice GF CORE VALUES
• Adhere to ISO 9001Quality, ISO 14001 Environmental, and OSHAS 18001 certification requirements
• Support other Business Units
• Maintain and build job skills through company or external training programs
• Responsible to maintain a safe working environment for all employees
• Requires regular attendance per the schedule assigned by supervisor
• Ensure that all scheduled Preventive Maintenance duties are completed in a timely manner
• Ensure that all equipment is kept in a proper and safe working condition
• Communicate with GF support services
• Follow all company Safety rules and guidelines in operating machinery
• Sustain the 6S system throughout all work areas
• Maintain facility housekeeping
• Troubleshoot and repair equipment that is not operating properly

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Advanced industrial mechanical, electrical, plumbing, hydraulic and pneumatic skills including troubleshooting
• Understanding of GF manufacturing process including troubleshooting
• Understand purpose and proper use of small hand and power tools
• Strong time management and task prioritization skills
• Self-motivating
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work with and communicate to other plant personnel

Education and Experience:

• 3-5 years’ experience in Hydraulics, Electrical, Electronics, and Mechanical
• High School/Vocational School Diploma or equivalent, preferred

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements:

• Typical office/factory environment with possibility of exposure to heat in production areas
• Ability to lift 50 pounds
• Ability to perform physical labor for extended periods of time in extreme temperatures
• Position requires full range of body motion including twisting, bending, reaching, squatting and ability to mount/dismount industrial equipment and vehicles

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