Maintenance Mechanic I

Tekni-Plex; New York (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in New York is seeking a dedicated individual for a role focused on thermoforming setup and maintenance of production equipment. The position involves routine tool changes, machinery lubrication, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Candidates should have relevant experience and the ability to follow safety protocols in a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• 6 months to 1 year of related experience and/or training.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules and instructions.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine tool changes on the forming equipment.
• Lubricate and repair machinery as needed.
• Maintain compliance with SQF / HACCP requirements.

Skills

Maintenance

Safety Compliance

Basic Math

Education

Related experience

Job description

The primary function of this position is thermoforming setup; however, the employee will also perform regular preventative and minor maintenance on production equipment and facilities when required.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned:

1. Conduct routine tool changes on the forming equipment, including mold and trim tool setup.
2. Lubricate and repair machinery as needed.
3. Clean and replace equipment filters such as those for air conditioning, water, airlines, oil, and electrical panels.
4. Assist in maintaining the parts room, including inventory management, deliveries, and pickups.
5. Support other setup associates and maintenance mechanics as necessary.
6. Follow and participate in plant safety and housekeeping guidelines to ensure a safe work environment.
7. Maintain compliance with SQF / HACCP requirements according to the location's 'Food Safety & Quality Policy.'

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

6 months to 1 year of related experience and/or training.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to print simple sentences and legibly complete reports and time cards. Ability to understand and follow verbal instructions.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to perform basic math operations, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division, using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals. Capable of calculating figures such as discounts, interest, and percentages.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions in written, oral, or diagram form. Capable of dealing with problems involving multiple variables in standardized situations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Must meet physical requirements to perform essential functions, including standing, walking, using hands, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling. Occasionally sitting, talking, and hearing. Ability to lift/move up to 10 pounds regularly, up to 25 pounds frequently, and up to 100 pounds occasionally. Vision abilities include close, distance, color, peripheral, depth perception, and focus adjustment.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work involves frequent exposure to moving mechanical parts, and occasional exposure to high places, airborne particles, chemicals, outside weather, electrical hazards, and vibration. Noise levels are typically loud.

Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants will be notified of their rights under federal employment laws. For more information, see the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.