Industrial Maintenance Mechanic

MAC Incorporated; Suffolk (VA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

MAC Incorporated in Suffolk, VA is seeking an Industrial Maintenance Mechanic for the 2nd shift. The ideal candidate will have strong electrical and mechanical skills, with 480V experience, VFDs, and PLC troubleshooting capabilities.

Responsibilities include maintaining production line equipment, cross-training across lines, and leading troubleshooting efforts to minimize downtime. The role requires hands-on experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, ability to edit PLCs as needed,

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years in maintenance in manufacturing.
• Experience with 480V electrical systems.
• Proficient with VFDs, PLCs, and motor drives.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and troubleshoot production line equipment to prevent/correct mechanical and electrical breakdowns.
• Cross-train on all lines in department/area of responsibility.
• Analyze equipment failures and implement corrective action.
• Troubleshoot and modify PLC programs for existing and new PLCs.
• Coordinate with Engineering & Maintenance on PMs and spare parts.
• Adhere to safety and GMP/HACCP programs.

Skills

VFD experience

PLCs

480V electrical

single/three-phase motors

electrical troubleshooting

mechanical troubleshooting

Tools

PLC systems

VFDs

Job description

Industrial Maintenance Mechanic Suffolk, Virginia
Job Ref: 41602

LARGE MANUFACTURING COMPANY IN SUFFOLK VA IS LOOKING FOR A MAINTENANCE MECHANICS. LOOKING FOR SOMEONE SHARP ELECTRICALLY AND MECHANICALLY. MUST COME OUT OF A FAST PACED MANUFACTURING ENVIRONMENT.

NEED TO HAVE A STRONG UNDERSTANDING VFDS, PLCS, 480V. ALSO MUST BE ABLE TO DO MINOR EDITS IN THE PLC

2ND SHIFT AVAILABLE

HOURLY RATE: $36.83

Requirements:

• Looking for a Maintenance Mechanic with manufacturing experience
• Looking for someone with 480v experience
• Single and three phase motors
• PLC Troubleshooting Experience
• VFD Experience

• Maintain and troubleshoot all production line equipment associated within the Department to prevent and/or correct mechanical and electrical breakdowns.
• Cross train on all lines in department/area of responsibility.
• Analyze equipment failures & recommend/implement corrective action for focused department.
• Have knowledge of and capable of performing special technical skill (e.g. basic electrical troubleshooting, basic PLC skills, machining, welding tasks, gas trane). Lead efforts to develop component list for rebuild kits, assemblies & standby equipment for focused department.
• Participate in project meetings for area of responsibility.
• Troubleshoot, modify existing programs, and write new programs for existing and new PLC’s.
• Understand control loops, industrial networks & transformers.
• Lead efforts to develop / enhance PM's & troubleshooting guides as assigned by Supervisor for focused department.
• Coordinate w/ mechanics, other Technicians, & line personnel across shifts maintenance efforts on assigned equipment.
• Utilize the EAM system to document activities and to enter time daily.
• Assist in development of spare parts requirements and min/max levels.
• Develop and maintain a good working relationship with Engineering & Maintenance, Supervisors, TLs and line operators on all shifts.
• Assist supervision in the identification of operator skill gaps and provide possible solutions.
• Support plant high performance culture and continuous improvement programs through active participation in plant productivity programs.
• Comply and actively participate in all safety and environmental policies, procedures and programs.
• Comply with all quality program requirements including HACCP and GMPs.
• Perform area housekeeping duties.
• Perform all tasks as assigned by supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must have a minimum of 3 years relative Maintenance Related experience.
• Background in industrial, mechanical, computer systems. Must be willing to upgrade skills in areas where skills are not at the required level.
• Background in industrial electrical maintenance is preferred.
• Must have the ability to communicate technical information so as to improve the skills of the plant technicians.
• Must have a working knowledge of electrical installation and construction.
• Must have a high degree of competency in the application of both AC/DC motor drives, gearboxes, hydraulics and pneumatics systems.
• Must have the ability and initiative to lead and participate in plant problem solving teams.
• Must have knowledge of or be willing and able to train in Maintenance Systems, computer skills, lubricants and lubricating systems, and new technologies in predictive maintenance.
• Must be able to apply problem-solving techniques, communicate effectively, demonstrate leadership, and plan effectively.
• Will be required to pass job qualification criteria for position that includes, but is not limited to, mechanical knowledge, customer survey and shop equipment.
• Must be willing to train self and others in problem solving/troubleshooting of electronic/electrical circuitries.
• Must meet pre-qualification criteria, including testing.
• Must have and maintain a good attendance record.
• Must be able to communicate effectively.

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