Industrial Mechanic: Maintenance Pro with Growth & Benefits

American Vanguard Corporation

Idaho

On-site

USD 34,000 - 48,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company á

Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays

Company-provided life insurance

Short-term and long-term disability

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Career development and advancement oṕ

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job summary

AMVAC is seeking a Mechanic for our manufacturing facility in Marsing, Idaho. This role installs, maintains, troubleshoots, and repairs machinery and equipment used to blend, mix, and package chemical products.

The Mechanic supports reliable plant operations and continuous improvement while following safety, quality, and environmental standards. Key responsibilities include troubleshooting and repairing processing equipment, inspecting machinery, dismantling and reassembling pumps and gearboxes,

Qualifications

Five (5) years of industrial and mechanical experience.
High school diploma or GED.
Ability to obtain forklift, manlift, and boom lift operator certification within 45 days of hire.
Ability to read safety rules, maintenance instructions, P&IDs, blueprints, and procedure manuals.
Experience using precision instruments, including dial indicators, vernier calipers, and micrometers.
Ability to read patterns and drill charts; operate shop equipment such as hydraulic presses, bearing heaters, pipe threaders, drill presses, grinders, vises, band saws, and MIG welders.
Understanding of manufacturing plant operations and safety practices.
Ability to prepare routine written reports, communicate effectively, work independently or collaboratively, and meet demands in a fast-paced environment.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook email.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot, maintain, and repair processing equipment, including mechanical components, electrical controls, AC motors, bearings, pumps, and VFDs.
Inspect and test machinery to identify issues and prevent failures.
Dismantle, repair, install, and reassemble pumps, agitators, gearboxes, bead mills, valves, gauges, piping, and other equipment.
Diagnose malfunctions in rotating equipment; clean, lubricate, and replace shafts, bearings, gears, seals.
Perform calibration checks on weigh scales, flow meters, and instruments.
Repair and adjust mechanical packaging equipment and printers.
Monitor equipment performance, minimize downtime, and identify improvement opportunities.
Coordinate with Plant Manager, operators, and contractors to develop preventive maintenance schedules.
Coordinate and schedule contract maintenance personnel and ensure compliance with policies.
Perform other duties as assigned to support production and operational goals.