Maintenance Mechanic 1st shift

OSI Group; Tipton (IN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime eligible

Paid time off

401k with company match

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life insurance

Educational assistance

Job summary

OSI Group in Tipton, Indiana, is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic to proactively maintain operation of machinery and equipment through preventive/predictive maintenance. The role involves installing and servicing equipment, performing preventive tasks, and maintaining a safe, clean work environment.

Applicants should have basic mechanical/electrical knowledge, reading drawings, welding basics, and strong safety discipline.

Qualifications

• Maintenance experience preferred but training may be provided.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and manuals.
• Basic knowledge of welding processes.
• Familiarity with compressors, pumps, boilers, and related equipment.
• Proficient with safety procedures and GMPs.

Responsibilities

• Assist in installing and servicing equipment using hand tools.
• Perform preventive maintenance tasks.
• Move and raise components with hoists, dollies, or equipment.
• Update daily work communications.
• Maintain tools, vehicles, and parts inventory.
• Keep a clean, hazard-free work area.
• Use safety equipment on job sites.
• Follow safety, GMP, and food safety requirements.
• Execute job orders and maintain records.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical knowledge

Reading mechanical drawings

Welding basics

Diagnostics and troubleshooting

Computer and technology aptitude

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

The Maintenance Mechanic is responsible for proactively maintaining operation of machinery and mechanical equipment thru preventive/predictive maintenance.

Job Responsibilities

• Assist to install and service different pieces of equipment, using required self-supplied and company-supplied hand tools
• Perform assigned preventive maintenance task
• Moving and raising components using hoists, dollies, or other provided equipment
• Updating daily work communications
• Maintain tools, powered vehicles, and equipment; keep parts and supplies in order
• Responsible for a clean and hazard free work area throughout the entire day
• Use and maintain safety equipment on job sites
• Other duties as business needs
• Ability to follow applicable safety and environment requirements, food safety, GMP's
• Execute job order assignments and keep accurate job order records.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Experience & Skills

• Previous maintenance experience preferred but willing to train
• Mechanically inclined
• Basic mechanics and electrical knowledge
• Computer and technology aptitude
• Must be able to read and understand various methods of mechanical and other technical drawings.
• Basic knowledge on the correct use and care of various tools used in maintenance work
• Must be able to follow procedures as outlined in equipment manufacturer's maintenance manual
• Basic knowledge on how to gas, arc, and/or TIG weld
• Basic knowledge on diagnosing equipment failures and correct them
• Should be familiar with air compressors, various pumps, boilers, and other common mechanical equipment

Education

• High School Diploma or the equivalent of a GED or equivalent knowledge and skills acquired through on the job training or experience

Benefits

This role is eligible for overtime pay for hours worked beyond 40 hours in a week and may also be eligible for additional hourly premiums for perfect attendance and/or working evening or night shifts. As part of a complete total rewards package, OSI also offers comprehensive paid time off (sick, vacation, holidays and other programs), 401k with matching company contributions, a full suite of benefit offerings (medical, dental, vision, life, disability and other voluntary coverages) for you and your family and educational assistance with opportunities for professional development.

Work Environment

• Must be able to climb, stoop, bend, kneel, crawl, and stand for long periods of time
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. for short distances
• Comfortable working with heights and confined spaces
• Comfortable working in non-climate-controlled environment