Maintenance Mechanic

Green Bay Packaging; Green Bay (WI); On-site; USD 41,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

Green Bay Packaging in Green Bay, WI, is seeking a Journeyman Mechanic to direct and perform maintenance duties across a corrugated production/converting plant. You will read blueprints, install and troubleshoot machinery, and service power transmission, vacuum, hydraulic and pneumatic systems.

The role requires at least 3 years as a maintenance mechanic; a journeyman certificate or technical degree is preferred. Shift rotation between 1st, 2nd and 3rd shifts is expected.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years as a Maintenance Mechanic.
• Journeyman certificate or technical degree preferred.
• Knowledge of gear drives, conveyors, pneumatics and hydraulics.
• Ability to read blueprints/diagrams/schematics.
• Strong verbal communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance duties with a safety-first focus.
• Read blueprints, diagrams and schematics to determine work requirements.
• Install, align, disassemble and move stationary machinery and equipment such as printing and gluing systems, pumps, conveyors.
• Inspect equipment to detect irregularities and malfunctions.
• Install and maintain power transmission, vacuum, hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Understand steam systems or learn as needed.
• Adjust or replace defective parts and components.
• Operate cranes, jacks and tractors to position machinery during install/setup/repair.
• Lubricate and perform routine maintenance on machinery.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Troubleshooting

Mechanical maintenance

Communication skills

Shift rotations

Education

Journeyman certificate

Technical degree in industrial maintenance

Job description

Position Overview

The Journeyman Mechanic directs and performs all maintenance duties including repairing, installing, and troubleshooting equipment in a corrugated production/converting plant.

Responsibilities

• Perform all duties with a \"safety first\" focus.
• Read blueprints, diagrams, and schematic drawings to determine work requirements.
• Install, align, take apart and move stationary industrial machinery and mechanical equipment, such as printing and gluing systems, pumps, fans, tanks and conveyors according to layout plans using hand and power tools.
• Inspect and examine machinery and equipment to detect and find irregularities and malfunctions.
• Install, troubleshoot and maintain power transmission, vacuum, hydraulic, pneumatic systems.
• Understanding of Steam and Steam systems or ability to learn the systems required.
• Adjust machinery and repair or replace defective parts.
• Operate hoisting and lifting devices, such as cranes, jacks and tractors, to position machinery and parts during the installation, set-up and repair of machinery.
• Clean, lubricate and perform other routine maintenance work on machinery.

Qualifications

• Ability to rotate between 1st, 2nd and 3rd shift.
• Technical degree or Journeyman certificate in an industrial maintenance type field preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years or more of prior experience as a Maintenance Mechanic. Any combination of technical skills trade education and machine maintenance experience will be considered.
• General knowledge of gear drives, conveyors, pneumatics, and hydraulic systems is required.
• Good human relations skills and strong verbal communication skills are required.

Compensation & Benefits

In addition to a competitive wage, the selected candidate will enjoy a comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, wellness programs, STD, LTD, life insurance, 401(k) and pension. With a Journeyman certificate, start at $36.23/hour and 3 weeks of vacation!

Company Overview

Started in 1933, Green Bay Packaging Inc. is a family‑owned, vertically integrated company consisting of corrugated container plants, a folding carton facility, recycled and virgin containerboard mills, pressure-sensitive label roll stock plants, timberlands, a paper slitting operation, and a sawmill facility. Headquartered in Green Bay, WI, Green Bay Packaging Inc. employs over 5,000 team members and operates more than 40 facilities in 16 states. Green Bay Packaging is committed to innovative product development, sustainable forestry practices, and emphasizes safety, quality, and continuous improvement. For more information, visit gbp.com.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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