Maintenance Mechanic I/II

Davita Inc.; Waxahachie (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in manufacturing is seeking Maintenance Mechanics I and II for equipment maintenance and repair. Ideal candidates should possess mechanical aptitude, familiarity with safety regulations, and the ability to diagnose equipment issues. This opportunity includes competitive benefits and a supportive work environment for professional growth.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company matching

Paid vacation and holidays

Tuition assistance

Qualifications

• 1-3 years experience for Mechanic I, 3+ years for Mechanic II.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting abilities.
• Ability to read basic blueprints and schematics.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair various plant and facility equipment.
• Follow safe practices and regulatory compliance.
• Assist production personnel in change-over and set-ups.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Problem solving

Math skills

Understanding of pneumatics and hydraulics

Blueprint reading

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Vocational or Technical degree

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Maintenance Mechanic I

Maintain, troubleshoot and repair production and/or facilities equipment in accordance with established manufacturing procedures to achieve efficiency, quality and optimum production objectives.

Maintenance Mechanic II

Maintain, analyze, troubleshoot, install, and repair production and/or facilities machines and equipment in accordance with established manufacturing procedures to achieve efficiency, quality and optimum production objectives.

Day to Day Role

Maintenance Mechanic I

• Follow and commit to meet Key Performance Indicators (KPI's) for safety, quality, production, efficiency, and service requirements
• Follow practices and processes intended to provide safe products that comply with appropriate laws and regulations, meet the company quality standards
• Follow and commit to safety and GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices)
• Diagnose, maintain, modify, repair and/or rebuild a variety of plant and facility equipment
• Repair equipment during mechanical breakdowns or assist other staff in repairs
• Assist production personnel in change-over and set-ups
• Dismantle defective machines and equipment to gain access to problem areas or to install new or repaired parts
• May troubleshoot basic electrical equipment problems such as changing fuses, buttons, and switches
• Learn how to read and follow blueprint, schematics and manuals
• Learn specific knowledge for a variety of skilled trades, including but not limited to, production and facility machinery and equipment, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, pipefitting, carpentry, utilities, etc.
• Learn and use SAP Preventive Maintenance (PM) and Work Order Process, production schedules and reports, HMI control panels and machine controls and settings

Maintenance Mechanic II

• Follow and commit to meet Key Performance Indicators (KPI's) for safety, quality, production, efficiency, and service requirements
• Follow practices and processes intended to provide safe products that comply with appropriate laws and regulations, meet the company quality standards
• Follow and commit to safety and GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices)
• Install, diagnose, analyze, maintain, modify, repair and/or rebuild a variety of plant and facility equipment
• Repair equipment during mechanical breakdowns or assist other staff in repairs
• Assist production personnel in change-over and set-ups
• Dismantle defective machines and equipment to gain access to problem areas or to install new or repaired parts
• May perform one or more of the following responsibilities within production or facilities maintenance:
  • Communicate with operators to detect equipment problems and to ascertain whether mechanical or human error contributed to the problems
  • Layout, assemble, install, and maintain pipe systems and related hydraulic and pneumatic equipment. Repair and replace gauges, valves, pressure regulators and related equipment.
  • Assist machinist / fabricators in fabricating parts
  • Follow specification of basic blueprints, manuals, and schematic drawings, install, maintain, and repair equipment, machinery, physical structures, and plumbing/electrical systems
  • Use tools ranging from common hand tools and power tools, such as hammers, saws, drills, and wrenches, to precision measuring instruments, and electrical and electronic devices
  • Operate Powered Industrial Truck (PIT), hoist, crane, and aerial lift
  • Inspect, operate, or test faulty machinery, equipment, programmable controllers, and motors to diagnose machine malfunctions, using test equipment or software, and apply knowledge of the functional operation of machinery
• Perform preventive maintenance tasks, such as checking, cleaning, or repairing equipment to detect and prevent problems to ensure that machines continue to run smoothly and operate efficiently
• Maintain accurate documentation for assignments, machine repairs, parts inventory, and maintenance logs
• Learn and use SAP Preventive Maintenance (PM) and Work Order Process, production schedules and reports, HMI control panels and machine controls and settings
• Prioritize work assignments to ensure efficiency and that production schedules can be met
• Train other Maintenance Mechanics as required
• May troubleshoot basic electrical equipment problems such as changing fuses, buttons, and switches
• Utilize specific knowledge for a variety of skilled trades, including but not limited to, production and facility machinery and equipment, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, pipefitting, carpentry, utilities, etc.

Core Skills and Qualifications

The ideal candidate must posess the following:

Maintenance Mechanic I

• One (1) year experience performing routine maintenance and determining when maintenance is needed, or comparable experience with trade school or training
• Math skills to include simple addition, subtraction, multiplication and division
• Familiar with and ability to convert decimals to fractions or vice versa
• Basic mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot basic problems including knowledge of machines and tools, their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance
• Ability to observe, follow, understand, and evaluate processes demonstrated and other workplace procedures
• Ability to obtain and maintain powered industrial truck (PIT) license
• Demonstration of minimum proficiency with the English language in order to ensure effective new hire training and on-going communications about safety and quality issues

Maintenance Mechanic II

• Three (3) years' experience performing preventive maintenance, diagnostics, and repair, or comparable experience with trade school or training
• Special knowledge in use of hand-tools, power-tools
• Math skills to include simple addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division
• Familiar with and ability to convert decimals to fractions or vice versa
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot moderately complex problems including knowledge of machines and tools, their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance
• Understanding of pneumatics, hydraulics, temperature, and pressure gauges
• Ability to learn and understand manufacturing processes and able to inspect and repair or replace components
• Ability to observe, follow, understand, and evaluate processes demonstrated and other workplace procedures
• Proficient in reading and following basic blueprints, manuals, and mechanic and electrical schematics
• Experience operating test equipment and/or software
• Experience operating various hand and power tools
• Working knowledge of automated controls
• Ability to operate Powered Industrial Truck (PIT), hoists and cranes, and maintain PIT certification
• Demonstration of minimum proficiency with the English language in order to ensure effective new hire training and on-going communications about safety and quality issues

Preferred Skills and Qualifications

Maintenance Mechanic I

• Ability to read and follow basic blueprints, manuals, and mechanic and electrical schematics

Maintenance Mechanic II

• Paper converting, chemical/plastics processing and/or packaging industrial experience
• Vocational, Technical or Associate Degree in Machine Tool, Machine Maintenance, Industrial Electrician, Electro-Mechanics, Mechatronics Technology, Automation Controls, Robotics, or related field
• Experience using Microsoft Office, including the ability to modify basic reports, documents and spreadsheets in MS Word, and MS Excel
• Experience in electrical and mechanical trades such as HVAC, PLC, and CNC

Overview:Dart makes everyday products that give people the freedom to enjoy the food & drinks they love, wherever they are. From to-go containers and dinnerware to tamper-evident food packaging and even the red Solo cup, Dart products have been keeping people on the go and having fun for more than 50 years. Dart is a family-owned, family-focused company of 13,000 employees united by a shared set of values. Headquartered in Mason, MI, Dart has 30 locations in four countries.

Benefits: Dart Container full-time employees enjoy great benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) with company matching contributions, paid vacation, paid holidays, short-term disability, tuition assistance, product discounts and more.

Dart Container is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are subject to a drug test (excluding THC*/marijuana/cannabis) and background check at the time of offer.

*THC testing ONLY when such testing is required by law.

Dart Container is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all candidates for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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