Maintenance Mechanic

Haydon Corporation; Grand Prairie (TX); On-site; USD 44,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Haydon Corporation in Grand Prairie, TX is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic to diagnose and repair mechanical problems on production lines. You will inspect motors, gearboxes, presses, welders, and roll forming equipment, and perform preventive maintenance to minimize downtime.

The role requires 6+ years of hands-on repair experience, familiarity with hydraulic systems and PLCs, and capable communication with supervision. The position emphasizes safety, teamwork, and reliable attendance.

Qualifications

• Commitment to safety and to adhere to all safety rules.
• Knowledge of environmental regulations and safety protocols.
• 6+ years of repairing/maintaining manufacturing equipment.
• Experience specifically with presses and mills.
• Experience with welding and minor repairs/adjustments.
• Understanding of single and 3 phase power requirements.
• Understanding of machinery electrical requirements.
• Knowledge of hydraulic systems including maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Knowledge of PLCs, basic function and operation.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment and be accurate.
• Team player with high accountability and punctuality.
• Strong attendance record.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Must read and write, basic computer skills with Microsoft software.
• Bilingual – Spanish Preferred
• Able to stand for long periods.
• Able to lift 25–50 lbs and co-lift up to 50–100 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair mechanical problems.
• Communicate daily with your supervisor and leadership about assignments and machine status.
• Provide updates on machine conditions and maintenance progress.
• Inspect A/C motors, gearboxes, presses, welders, and roll forming equipment.
• Support changeover process for welders, mills and related equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance on machines.
• Replace worn parts and fluids as needed.
• Test and adjust components to ensure proper operation.
• Maintain accurate records of repairs and maintenance.
• Identify critical spares and consumables to purchase.
• Conduct regular inspections following SOPs and manuals.
• Collaborate with leadership to align tasks with skillset.

Skills

Teamwork

Safety focus

Reading / writing

Bilingual – Spanish Preferred

Tools

Hand & Power Tools

PLC basics

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Job Details

Job DetailsJob Location: Grand Prairie, TX 75050Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $32.00 - $35.00 HourlyJob Shift: 1st ShiftJob Category: General Labor
Come Shape the Future with Haydon!

At Haydon, we bring the spark that shapes tomorrow's possibilities! If you thrive in environments where you are able maintain and troubleshoot industrial machinery, our Maintenance Mechanic role might be the perfect fit for you!

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Diagnose and repair mechanical problems.
• Communicate daily with your direct supervisor and maintenance leadership regarding
  your assignments and the current statuses of machines.
• Provide regular and consistent updates on machine conditions, maintenance progress,
  and any issues that may impact production.
• Inspect A/C motors, gearboxes, presses, resistance welders, and other roll forming equipment.
• Support changeover process for welders, mills, secondary punch machines, and specifically to California rooftop press.
• Perform preventive maintenance on machines.
• Suggest improvements and enhancements to the preventive maintenance schedule for machines.
• Provide timely updates on scheduled preventive maintenance activities to avoid major downtime.
• Replace worn parts and fluids as needed.
• Test and adjust components to ensure proper operation.
• Maintain accurate records of repairs and maintenance.
• Identify critical spares and consumable parts that need to be purchased.
• Conduct regular inspections of machines, following standard operating procedures
  (SOP), and instructions.
• Consult manuals and seek clarification when necessary to ensure proper operation and
  maintenance of machines.
• Continuously monitor production line efficiency. Promptly engage with the operations
  and production teams to address and resolve issues that require attention.
• Respond promptly to requests and inquiries from your maintenance leadership
  regarding production lines and any issues on the line.
• Ensure timely communication is provided to prevent misunderstandings and minimize
  any machine downtime.
• Prepare and provide reports and updates as required by your leader and management.
  Share insights and information relevant to machine performance and maintenance
  activities.
• Collaborate with your leadership to understand and execute assignments that align with
  your skillset and expertise. Report on the progress of assigned tasks and responsibilities.
• Proficiency in using hand and power tools.
• Perform general maintenance work on buildings as assigned.
• Have basic understanding of Human Machine Interface (HMI) to assist and help with
  troubleshooting.
• Ability to operate material handling equipment including propane forklifts.
• Maintain cleanliness of area according to 5S principles to provide a safe and effective
  working space.
• Support and provides input for continuous improvement activities.
• Support with on-the-job training for other team members of the maintenance team.
• Act as a team player within the maintenance team. Offers support, guidance, and
  assistance to your colleagues when they require help with maintenance tasks.
• Support in all areas as needed and requested by supervisor or another member of the
  management team.

QualificationsQualifications

• Commitment to safety and to adhere to all safety rules.
• Knowledge of environmental regulations, adherence to applicable safety protocols.
• 6+ years of repairing/maintaining manufacturing equipment.
• Experience specifically with presses and mills.
• Experience with welding and making minor repairs and/or adjustments.
• Comprehension of single and 3 phase power requirements.
• Comprehension of machinery electrical requirements.
• Comprehension and experience with hydraulic systems including maintenance and
  troubleshooting.
• Knowledge of PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers), basic understanding of function
  and operation.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment and ensure accuracy.
• Demonstrates ability to work in team, treat colleagues with respect and has a high level
  of accountability / punctuality.
• Proven record of strong attendance.
• Demonstrated oral and written communication skills.
• Must be able to read and write.
• Must have basic computer skills and be proficient in Microsoft software (i.e. Excel,
  Outlook, etc.
• Bilingual – Spanish Preferred
• Ability to stand for long periods of time.
• Must be able to lift up to 25-50 lbs. and must be able to co-lift up to 50-100 lbs.

OUR VALUES

At Haydon we…

• We prioritize health and security
• We push ourselves to look for better ways
• We listen with curiosity and open minds
• We act on behalf of the people we serve
• We honor our commitments

Our Abilities

While values underpin how we work our abilities define what we do.

• Proactive Partnership
• Confident Insights
• Brave Independence
• Quality Experiences