Junior Mechanic: Equipment PM, Setup & Repair

Melaleuca: The Wellness Company; Idaho Falls (ID); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Melaleuca: The Wellness Company in Idaho Falls leads manufacturing operations by performing preventive maintenance, repairs, and setup of production equipment to reduce downtime and improve reliability. You will collaborate with the operations team to document best practices and train personnel.

Ideal candidates will troubleshoot equipment, read manuals, and execute full changeovers independently, with ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to troubleshoot most equipment in facility.
• Ability to read and understand equipment manuals.
• Ability to complete full changeover unassisted.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to install and repair plumbing.
• Ability to repair pneumatic equipment.
• Basic compressor knowledge.
• Ability to work under stress.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs.
• Standing, sitting or walking for duration of shift.
• Visually read work orders, product, etc.
• Manual dexterity for such duties as needed in the maintenance field.
• Ability to work in high elevations, climb stairs, etc.
• Ability to organize and coordinate projects.
• Good math skills (add, subtract, multiply, divide, etc.).
• Written and verbal communication skills.
• Two (2) plus years’ experience in similar role

Responsibilities

• Maintains equipment by performing preventive maintenance, mechanical repairs, and aiding operations in sanitizing, cleaning, and lubricating.
• Trains operations team to increase capability, including the creation of simple one point communications to document best practices
• Performs set-up, changeover, and repair of production equipment.
• Completes various special projects according to skill and ability.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Reading manuals

Changeover expertise

Independence

Plumbing repair

Pneumatic repair

Compressor knowledge

Stamina under stress

Lift 50 lbs

Mobility

Math skills

Communication

Experience 2+ yrs

Tools

Electrical fundamentals

Mechanical tools

Welding basics

Job description

Melaleuca: The Wellness Company in Idaho Falls leads manufacturing operations by performing preventive maintenance, repairs, and setup of production equipment to reduce downtime and improve reliability. You will collaborate with the operations team to document best practices and train personnel.

Ideal candidates will troubleshoot equipment, read manuals, and execute full changeovers independently, with ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in a fast-paced environment.