Industrial Maintenance Mechanic

International Paper; Grand Prairie (TX); On-site; USD 66,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

International Paper in Grand Prairie, TX is seeking an Industrial Maintenance Mechanic to diagnose, repair, and install plant mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems. The role includes preventive maintenance on conveyors, presses, and stackers, plus welding and fabrication as needed.

The ideal candidate will have 5 years of manufacturing experience, be proficient with measurement tools, and able to read mechanical diagrams.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of manufacturing experience is preferred.
• Ability to read mechanical prints and diagrams.
• Proficient with measuring tools and basic SAP operations.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, repair, replace, and install plant mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Conduct preventive maintenance on conveyors, presses, stackers, and related equipment.
• Read and interpret mechanical prints, AC/DC motor diagrams, and hydraulic/pneumatic schematics.
• Troubleshoot, repair, and install components, bearings, and power transmission.
• Fabricate equipment (arc/gas welding) and adjust equipment for productivity; identify unusual sounds.
• Operate shop tools and maintain a safe work environment.

Skills

Manufacturing exp

Measuring tools

Read prints

AC/DC motors

Pneumatic/hydraulic

Fabrication welding

Teamwork

Shift flexibility

SAP experience

Job description

Position Title:

Industrial Maintenance Mechanic

Pay Rate:

$34.45/Hour

Sign-on Bonus:

$1,000 after 30 days,

$500 after 6 months,

$500 after 1 year

Category/Shift:

Hourly Full-Time

7am - 3pm – Monday-Sunday (training period only)

3pm – 11pm – Monday – Sunday

11pm – 7am – Monday – Sunday

*Rotating weekends off.

*Shifts may vary depending on production needs

Physical Location:

Grand Prairie Container

1200 W. Carrier Parkway.

Grand Prairie, TX 75050

The Job You Will Perform:

• Responsible for diagnosing, repairing, replacing, and installing plant mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems for all plant equipment. Including machinery maintenance, lubrication, PM’s, trouble shooting, repairing, upgrading, welding, fabricating, and possible installations.

• Responsible for preventative maintenance on equipment, such as any servicing of conveyors, presses, stackers, etc.

• Be able to read and understand mechanical prints, AC/DC motors, pneumatic diagrams, and hydraulic diagrams.

• Troubleshoot, repair and install mechanical components, AC/DC motors, pneumatic equipment, hydraulic equipment, bearings, and power transmission.

• Perform fabrication of equipment (welding both arc and gas) to desired needs. Be able to make adjustments on equipment to improve productivity. Be able to identify and locate unusual sounds that indicate potential trouble. Be able to dismantle equipment to gain access to defective parts.

• Drill presses, lathe, welding, gas, arc, pneumatics, hydraulics, conveyor systems, lubrication/preventive maintenance, and predictive maintenance.

The Skills You Will Bring:

• 5 years of manufacturing experience preferred

• Must have working knowledge of various types of measurement equipment (dial calipers, heat sensing guns, etc.).

• Able to examine and determine to what degree parts have worn, and repair or replace parts as needed.

• Should be able to operate metal, woodworking, and hand tools to make and repair parts. This will all be done in a safe manner.

• Operate all types of hand tools (i.e. drill press, grinder, wire brush, acetylene torch, etc.) normally found in a Maintenance shop.

• Must possess excellent attendance and safety record with a demonstrated ability to follow directions.

• Requires the ability to work in a team environment as well as the ability to work additional and flexible hours including weekends as needed.

• Must be willing and able to work all shifts depending on business needs.

• Individuals need excellent teamwork, cooperation, and problem-solving skills. Must be dedicated, self-motivated, and self-starter, able to work independently.

• Flexibility, a positive attitude, and a commitment to working safely is required.

• Employee will need computer skills to work in SAP to acquire notifications, work orders, requisition parts for work orders, and enter their time against these work orders. Will attend all meetings, complete training as required, and be safety conscious at all times to help promote a safe working environment.

• Must have basic tools.

• Successful candidates must pass standardized International Paper pre-employment testing in place for Maintenance positions. Hourly Job Posting Template 030623