Maintenance Mechanic

MAPEI Inc.; Calhoun, Northern (GA, KY); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free medical insurance

401K with matching

Bonuses based on plant performance

Paid time off

Job summary

MAPEI Inc. in the United States is seeking a Manufacturing Maintenance Mechanic/Technician to diagnose, repair, and maintain vital production equipment including blenders, mixers, packaging systems, robotic machinery, pumps, valves and pressure vessels.

The role emphasizes safety, preventive and predictive maintenance, and documenting activities. The ideal candidate has 1-2 years of maintenance experience in manufacturing, plus familiarity with NEC/NFPA 70E standards and CNC/PLC basics.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1-2 years manufacturing maintenance experience.
• Familiar with NEC and NFPA 70E standards.
• Skilled in installing equipment and modifying installations.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with supervisors and management to perform repairs and preventive maintenance, minimizing equipment downtime.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and control systems, including machinery, instruments, power systems, and piping.
• Complete thorough repairs and proactively initiate work orders based on PM or PdM findings.
• Maximize equipment reliability by efficiently executing work orders and PM tasks.
• Accurately document activities, resources, and completion codes.
• Analyze reports to recommend improvements for asset operability, reliability, and safety.
• Request necessary repair parts as directed by the Maintenance Supervisor.
• Conduct maintenance in compliance with OSHA, PSM guidelines, and environmental regulations.
• Track and meet maintenance KPIs to achieve performance goals.
• Perform diverse technical tasks, including mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic troubleshooting and repairs.
• Continuously develop skills through self-improvement initiatives.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workspace, adhering to all safety and quality standards
• Adhere to safety regulations and maintain a clean, organized workspace.
• Perform additional duties as required.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Electrical skills

PLC Ladder Logic

SPC

Read schematics

Troubleshooting

Communication skills

Computer literate

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

NEC/NFPA 70E standards

Job description

Join MAPEI Corporation, a global leader in the manufacturing of construction chemicals and building materials, including adhesives, sealants, and specialty products used in flooring, tile, and concrete restoration. As a Manufacturing Maintenance Mechanic/Technician at MAPEI, you'll be an essential part of our commitment to operational excellence and safety. Our Maintenance Team ensures equipment reliability through routine maintenance and brings expertise in troubleshooting and resolving complex machinery issues. You will be responsible for diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining vital production equipment, including industrial blenders, mixers, packaging systems (both automated and manual), robotic machinery, pumps, valves, and pressure vessels. Your skills will be key in upholding MAPEI's high manufacturing standards and supporting a seamless production environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with supervisors and management to perform repairs and preventive maintenance, minimizing equipment downtime.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and control systems, including machinery, instruments, power systems, and piping.
• Complete thorough repairs and proactively initiate work orders based on preventive maintenance (PM) or predictive maintenance (PdM) findings.
• Maximize equipment reliability by efficiently executing work orders and PM tasks.
• Accurately document activities, resources, and completion codes.
• Analyze reports to recommend improvements for asset operability, reliability, and safety.
• Request necessary repair parts as directed by the Maintenance Supervisor.
• Conduct maintenance in compliance with OSHA, Process Safety Management (PSM) guidelines, and environmental regulations.
• Track and meet maintenance KPIs to achieve performance goals.
• Perform diverse technical tasks, including mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic troubleshooting and repairs.
• Continuously develop skills through self-improvement initiatives.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workspace, adhering to all safety and quality standards
• Adhere to safety regulations and maintain a clean, organized workspace.
• Perform additional duties as required.

Position Specific Details

• Base hourly pay rate between $26.00 and $30.00 p/hr, based on experience.
• Additional premium shift differential: $1.00 p/hr for 2nd shift and $2.00 p/hr for 3rd shift, if applicable.

What's in it for you

• Highly competitive base pay & premium shift differentials.
• Biannual "Rewards for Results" bonuses, awarded on discretion based on plant performance.
• FREE MEDICAL INSURANCE for our employees or the option of a highly competitive medical plan with minimal monthly employee contributions.
• 17 Days of paid, sick and vacation time annually (days are prorated in year one).
• 401K retirement with up to 6% matching program.
• Excellent dental, vision programs, flex spending accounts, employer paid life insurance and free tele-med physician services.
• Various other company employee-centric perks initiatives; tuition reimbursement programs, discounted home/auto insurance programs, supplemental life insurance, and more.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• 1-2 years' maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment
• Familiar with NEC and NFPA 70E standards
• Skilled in installing new equipment and modifying existing installations
• Proficient in Statistical Process Control (SPC): Control charts, standard deviation, Cpk
• Mechanical Skills: Read pneumatic schematics, troubleshoot pneumatic systems, manage V-belts, valves, motors, drives, and electrical enclosures
• Electrical Skills: Read electrical/control schematics, understand PLC hardware and Ladder Logic programming, electrical troubleshooting, and safety compliance
• Computer literate with strong communication skills

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran (M/F/D/V)