Maintenance Mechanic- 3rd shift- $28.74/hr

Edgewell Personal Care; Sidney (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Edgewell Personal Care is seeking a Maintenance Technician to repair and maintain production equipment and systems across our plants and offices. The role requires diagnosing electrical and mechanical issues, performing lubrication, and executing preventive maintenance with a focus on safety and reliability.

You will read orders and schematics, use testing tools and PC-based systems, and may lead maintenance activities in the absence of the Group Lead.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma is required.
• Four years of experience in industrial maintenance environment.
• Self-starter with solid work ethics.
• Experience using computers and Windows-based programs.
• Proper operation and preventative maintenance of mechanical equipment (fuses, contacts, etc.).
• Able to work with little or no supervision and mentor others.

Responsibilities

• Perform repairs on production equipment and systems.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot electrical and mechanical issues.
• Lead and coordinate maintenance in absence of the Group Lead.
• Lubricate and maintain moving parts and drive components.
• Set up welding for simple mechanical work and perform basic welding as needed.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area and report safety concerns.
• Participate in evacuation drills and respond to emergency situations as required.
• Ensure downtime is minimized and equipment operates reliably.

Skills

Self-starter

Able to work with little supervision

Testing equipment usage

Education

High School Diploma

One year of technical education

Tools

Windows-based programs

PC usage

Job description

Position Summary

Perform a variety of duties under the immediate supervision of the Maintenance Supervisor to repair and maintain a variety of production equipment and machinery of the production plants and offices.

Essential Functions

• Work from written or verbal orders, schedules, or emergency situations. Use a variety of charts, tables, prints, schedules, manufactures handbooks, etc. Use a variety of portable hand tools, amp, volt, ohmmeter, and other testing equipment and miscellaneous hand and power tools. Understand ladder logic, process control logic, and usage of a PC.
• Diagnose troubleshoot and perform repairs on production and building machinery, equipment and systems. Check and repair equipment, plumbing, piping, electronic problems. Assist with tear down, repair and reassembly of major equipment. Troubleshoot low voltage control circuits such as starters, fuses, breakers, and switches.
• Set up and operate an arc and gas welder for simple hand welding in all positions for mechanical strength. Adjust and regulate gas, current and voltage to obtain proper fusion. Operate acetylene torch for heating and cutting.
• Perform scheduled and prescribed lubrication of production equipment, machinery and parts. Oil and grease moving parts such as shaft and motor bearings, sprockets, drive chains, gears, pulleys, rollers, etc. Force grease into fittings and bearings, replace defective grease and oil fittings, dirty air filters, sprockets, chains, etc.
• Complete standard form after each job. Detect and report defective material, faulty equipment and unusual situations to Supervisor. Maintain tools, equipment and work area in a neat and orderly manner.
• As a member of the evacuation team, participate in all drills and respond to emergency situations as required.
• Duties involve being subject to call during off-hours in accordance with the predetermined schedule. Observe and obey all safety rules, regulations, and procedures.
• Ensure proper operation of equipment by using good workmanship with a minimum amount of equipment downtime.
• The ability to lead and coordinate the maintenance department as the backup Group Lead in the event of the absence of the Maintenance Group Lead.
• Lead Maintenance Technicians in continuous improvement efforts across all manufacturing processes.

Required Skills And Experience

• High School Diploma
• Four years’ industrial maintenance environment experience
• Self-starter with solid work ethics
• Use of computer and Windows based programs.
• Proper operation and preventative maintenance of all mechanical equipment in the facility including basic electricity. (i.e.: fuses, contacts, etc.).
• Able to work with little or no supervision. Reports to Maintenance Group Leader. Able to teach basics to other production and maintenance teammates.

Preferred Skills

• One year of technical education

Working Relationships

• Edgewell teammates, contractors and regulatory agencies

Work Environment

• Some travel may be required for training, etc.
• Work on night shifts and weekends required.
• Exposure to health risks or conditions that may require the use of Personal Protective Equipment

Edgewell is an equal opportunity employer. We do all we can to create a collaborative and diverse global team, where good ideas can thrive, and our colleagues can learn and lead. We prohibit discrimination based on age, color, disability, marital or parental status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status or any legally protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. We listen deeply and speak directly to create an environment that’s open to difference. We aim to bring joy to not only the products we create and the people we serve, but our colleagues across the globe too.