Maintenance Mechanic II

GC America; Alsip (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

GC America is seeking a reliable and dynamic Maintenance Mechanic to oversee the installation, repair, and upkeep of machinery. The role involves performing preventative maintenance, troubleshooting issues, and working both independently and as part of a team. The ideal candidate should have strong mechanical skills, experience with various plant equipment, and the ability to work safely in a manufacturing environment.

Benefits

401(k) with company matching

Dental insurance

Health savings account

Company Paid Life Insurance

Paid time off during holidays

Qualifications

• 5-7 years’ mechanical and electrical knowledge required.
• Ability to perform preventative maintenance on plant equipment.
• Ability to move around the plant and stand for up to 8 hours.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance on plant equipment.
• Respond to machinery breakdowns to minimize downtime.
• Assist other mechanics with major repairs.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Communication skills

Detail oriented

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Basic hand tools

Job description

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We are looking for a reliable, dynamic, and a self-starter for the Maintenance Mechanic role to oversee all installation, repair and upkeep operations of the company's machinery and equipment.

First shift.

The Maintenance Mechanic is responsible for keeping the facility operating and repairing any problems when they are discovered before they have a chance to worsen. The Maintenance Mechanic will be required to perform a wide range of Preventative Maintenance tasks around the facility, including the repair of abnormal machine breakdowns.

This position supports plant operations by effectively maintaining and repairing various plant equipment. This is accomplished by working safely as an individual or in a team setting, focusing on equipment uptime and availability in support of production requirements.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Leader in KI initiative for Maintenance team.
• Subject matter expert in machine repair on high volume product lines.
• Performs preventative maintenance on plant equipment as required by the PM schedule, including lubrication and cleaning.
• Responds to machinery breakdowns in a manner to minimize downtime and performs minor repairs on plant equipment. Repairs or replaces defective parts using hand and power tools, as required.
• Locates sources of problems by observing mechanical devices in operation, listening for problems; using precision measuring and testing instruments
• Controls downtime by informing production workers of routine preventive maintenance techniques; monitoring compliance
• Assists the other mechanics, as required, with major repairs. Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed
• Works with outside contractors, as required, to accomplish maintenance and project needs, especially regarding building equipment and plant utilities.
• Establishes and updates needs and methods for preventive maintenance on all equipment.
• Maintains adequate inventories of required spare parts, requesting replacement parts as needed.
• Operates snow removal and salt-spreading equipment and participates in other activities for safety of building access and grounds.
• Uses Maintenance Software (BEAM) to enter new work orders and to record completed work orders
• Maintains continuity among work teams by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities and continuing needs
• Works in a safe, courteous, and effective manner always.
• Aides in the changeover of various production equipment
• Maintains technical knowledge and shares with junior mechanics (continued education, technical publications, personal network)
• Assist in the training of operators on various maintenance activities
• Perform other duties as may be assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum of 5-7 years’ mechanical and electrical knowledge
• Mechanical skills to diagnose problems, install, maintain, repair and overhaul equipment to meet plant needs
• Experience working with maintenance of various plant equipment including conveyors, drives, belts, pneumatic, and electric controls, compressed air systems, and other similar equipment.
• Ability to move around the plant and to stand for up to 8 hours per day
• Ability to bend, kneel, crouch, climb stairs and ladders to reach machinery and building systems
• Sufficient dexterity to use hand tools and power tools.
• Mechanics are required to provide their own basic tools to perform routine maintenance and repairs of equipment
• Ability to work outdoors as required.
• Communication skills to diagnose problems and maintain working relationships with machine operators
• Organized and detail oriented
• Demonstrated professionalism
• Basic computer skills.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by and employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is constantly required to, stand/or sit, squat, turn/twist, reach, use hands to: finger, handle feel or operate objects, tools or controls. The employee is occasionally required to hear, walk, climb, balance, stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk, and smell.

The employee must frequently lift, carry, push or pull up to 40 pounds and occasionally lift, carry, push or pull up to 50 pounds.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

The employee uses a computer/laptop, telephone, copier and other office equipment as needed to perform duties.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The incumbent typically works in a manufacturing environment as a primary work location. Incumbent may encounter frequent interruptions throughout the workday.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be subjected to unusual environmental conditions such as moving mechanical parts, electrical currents, vibrations, fumes, odors, dusts, gases, chemicals, oils, extreme temperatures and workspace restrictions. The noise level in the work environment is loud.

Employees will be required to wear the proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) which may include: eye, hearing and respiratory protection, protective smock, steel toe shoes, gloves, hard hats, face shield, or laser goggles. Contact lenses may not be allowed in some areas.

• 401(k) through Fidelity and company matching 10%
• Dental insurance with Delta Dental PPO
• Employee assistance program
• Health savings account
• Company Paid Life Insurance two times annual salary
• Paid time off including extra paid week off the week between Christmas and New Years
• Vision insurance EyeMed

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Medical Equipment Manufacturing

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