Hands-On Mechanical Foreman — Maintenance & Safety (Up to 20% Incentive)

Pratt Industries; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Incentive pay up to 20%

Job summary

Pratt Industries in New York is seeking a hands-on Mechanical Foreman to lead the Sort Line Department. This role requires practical maintenance skills and coordination with a Sort Line Subcontractor, with no direct reports.

Candidates should have a high school diploma and at least 10 years of industrial mechanical experience, 3 years in a maintenance supervisory role, plus strong communication, problem solving, and leadership abilities. Recycling industry experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Hands-on mechanical capabilities with industrial equipment.
• Strong communication and leadership are essential.
• Problem solving and decision making are required for maintenance supervisory work.

Responsibilities

• Perform general maintenance of Sort Line and Yard equipment with minimal downtime.
• Develop a preventive maintenance strategy for Sort Line.
• Maintenance record keeping and documentation.
• Ensure safe operations.
• Train Operators on basic maintenance.
• Coordinate staffing needs with Sort Line Subcontractor.
• All safety and compliance.

Skills

Hands-on mechanical skills

Strong communication

Problem solving

Decision making

Leadership

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Pratt Industries in New York is seeking a hands-on Mechanical Foreman to lead the Sort Line Department. This role requires practical maintenance skills and coordination with a Sort Line Subcontractor, with no direct reports.

Candidates should have a high school diploma and at least 10 years of industrial mechanical experience, 3 years in a maintenance supervisory role, plus strong communication, problem solving, and leadership abilities. Recycling industry experience preferred.