Industrial Mechanic (2nd Shift)

AA Metals, Inc.; Williamsport (Lycoming County); On-site; USD 34,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Four 10-hour shifts

Health premiums

Disability insurance

Life insurance

PTO bonuses

401k with employer matching

Job summary

Chance Aluminum in Williamsport, PA is seeking an Industrial Mechanic to install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical equipment essential to the operation of our rolling mill. This role minimizes downtime and maximizes equipment efficiency, quality, and safety in a high-speed manufacturing environment.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of industrial maintenance experience, strong knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, and machinery, and can work with basic fabrication tools.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in industrial/manufacturing maintenance.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, hydraulics, pneumatics, and industrial machinery.
• Proficiency with basic fabrication, welding, and machining (e.g., lathes, grinders).
• Ability to work from heights, in confined spaces, and around molten metals and high-speed equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on rolling mill equipment, gearboxes, motors, conveyors, pumps, bearings, and hydraulics.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose mechanical malfunctions and implement timely repairs to minimize downtime.
• Read and interpret technical diagrams, blueprints, equipment manuals, and schematics.
• Disassemble and reassemble machinery with precision to manufacturer specifications.
• Install new mechanical systems and assist with upgrades to existing equipment.
• Collaborate with Industrial Electricians, Engineers, and Operators to ensure integrated system performance.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records using a CMMS.
• Comply with safety regulations and PPE requirements (LOTO).
• Participate in root cause analysis (RCA) for chronic equipment failures and contribute to process improvement.
• Support continuous improvement and reliability initiatives.

Skills

Mechanical knowledge

Hydraulics & Pneumatics

Troubleshooting

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree or technical certification

Tools

Basic fabrication tools (lathe, grinder)

Job description

Chance Aluminum, based in Williamsport, PA, focuses on production as the domestic supplier for AA Metals, a Florida-based master distributor with global operations in the United States, Colombia, Turkey, and China. We are a safety focused, industrial manufacturing facility looking to expand our team of dedicated, goal-driven individuals.

Industrial Mechanic Summary:

The Industrial Mechanic is responsible for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing mechanical equipment and systems essential to the continuous operation of Chance Aluminum’s rolling mill. This role plays a critical part in minimizing downtime and maximizing equipment efficiency, quality, and safety in a high-speed manufacturing environment.

Industrial Mechanic Benefits:

• Four 10-hour shifts (2nd shift benefit), three days off weekly
• Competitive compensation
• Low-cost health premiums
• Employer paid short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Employer paid life insurance
• PTO bonuses weekly for some shifts
• Paid Time Off (PTO) program
• 401k with employer matching

Industrial Mechanic Essential Responsibilities:

• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on mechanical systems, including rolling mill equipment, gearboxes, motors, conveyors, pumps, bearings, and hydraulics.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose mechanical malfunctions and breakdowns, implementing timely repairs to minimize downtime.
• Read and interpret technical diagrams, blueprints, equipment manuals, and schematics.
• Disassemble and reassemble machinery with precision to manufacturer specifications.
• Install new mechanical systems and assist with upgrades to existing equipment.
• Collaborate with Industrial Electricians, Engineers, and Operators to ensure integrated system performance.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records using a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).
• Comply with safety regulations and company policies, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) and PPE requirements.
• Participate in root cause analysis (RCA) for chronic equipment failures and provide input for process improvement.
• Support continuous improvement and reliability initiatives.

Industrial Mechanic Qualifications:

Required:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in an industrial or manufacturing maintenance environment.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, hydraulics, pneumatics, and industrial machinery.
• Proficiency with basic fabrication, welding, and machining (e.g., lathes, grinders).
• Ability to work from heights, in confined spaces, and around molten metals and high-speed equipment.

Preferred:

• Associate degree or technical certification in Industrial Maintenance, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or a related field.
• Experience in an aluminum or metal processing facility.
• Familiarity with predictive maintenance technologies (vibration analysis, thermography, ultrasound).
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing or TPM (Total Productive Maintenance) principles.
• OSHA 30 certification.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Comfortable working in a noisy and physically demanding industrial environment.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and work in tight spaces for extended periods.

Work Schedule:

• Full-time position with possible on-call availability for emergencies.
• Rotating shifts may be required, including weekends and holidays.

Starting salary up to $30.00/hr. plus shift differentials and opportunities for ongoing rate increases based on skill acquisition