Maintenance Mechanic III

Saint--gobain; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Wellbeing benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Parental leave

Job summary

Saint-Gobain Abrasives in Worcester, MA seeks a Maintenance Mechanic II to perform complex troubleshooting, repair, installation and preventive maintenance of manufacturing equipment across mechanical, electrical, and HVAC systems. You will read blueprints and collaborate with other teams.

The role requires high school diploma/GED, trade training, forklift license, and ability to work Tue–Sat. The company offers a comprehensive benefits package and a local pay range of $36.14–$39.76 per hour

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with related trade school education, apprenticeship or experience.
• Broad mechanical expertise including machinery, electrical, hydraulics, metals, welding, plumbing.
• Ability to read schematics and blueprints; understands trade math.
• Trade licenses/certifications preferred; forklift license required.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance and calibration of equipment and systems.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose complex machinery using instrumentation and experience.
• Assemble, install and repair wiring, low voltage electrical components, HVAC/R, piping and machinery.
• Set up and fabricate machine components using lathes, drill presses and other metalworking tools.
• Record maintenance and repair work; manage inventory of parts and supplies.
• Collaborate with other departments on capital purchasing decisions.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Blueprint reading

Mechanical repair

Low voltage electrical

Welding

Fabrication

Lockout/Tagout

Education

High school diploma or GED

Trade school education & apprenticeship

HVAC/EPA certifications

Forklift license

Tools

Welding equipment

Calipers

Drill press

Lathe

Multimeter

Job description

The Maintenance Mechanic II I is responsible for the most complex troubleshooting, repair, instillation, and maintenance for all facilities, manufacturing and production equipment and systems, to include areas of low voltage electrical, hydraulics, carpentry, fabrication, machining, welding, plumbing, vacuum, heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and/or other general facilities mechanical disciplines. Also leads the installation, dismantling, or movement of machinery and heavy equipment according to layout plans, blueprints, or other drawings. Must understand the basic principles behind Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) and Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE).

Must be able to work Tuesday – Saturday

Materials & Products

• Troubleshoots and diagnoses a vast array of sometimes complex and aged mechanical tools and equipment and determines the most appropriate method and parts required to effectively complete the given job.
• Utilizes knowledge of the particular intricacies of various types of metals, chemicals, equipment and/or machinery properties and parts for preventative maintenance and repair duties.
• May assemble, install and/or repair wiring, low voltage electrical and electronic components, heating, ventilation, air conditioning, refrigeration, pipe systems (i.e., pneumatic, hydraulic) unique machinery, and equipment. Equipment
• Removes and replaces defective parts for complex problems using hand /power tools, drills, welding equipment, wrenches, hoists, cranes test equipment, and/or varying gages.
• Utilizes a broad skill level of a mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and electronic in nature tools to repair and maintain most shop equipment.
• Must be able to set-up and fabricate machine components on lathe, drill press, grinder and other metalworking tools to make and repair parts.
• Inspects used parts to determine changes in dimensional requirements using rulers, calipers, and micrometers.
• Fabricates, assembles, and tests parts using a complete range of mechanical hand and power tools including precision measuring devices, instruments, and gauges, metal fabricating tools and welding torches.
• Responsible for the preventative maintenance, installation, and/or repair of equipment through varying trade disciplines, using computer systems, as well as cross-functional responsibility as a Maintenance Machinist.
• Collaborates with other departments during capital purchasing decisions by offering researched opinions in cost effective approaches to machinery/equipment selection and functionality.

Procedures

• Perform preventative maintenance and calibration of equipment and systems throughout the facility.
• Anlyzes, identifies, and corrects mechanical faults of improperly operating or inoperative machinery through varying trade and/or mechanical processes. Diagnoses mechanical problems by instrumentation, sound and visual observation and determines how best to resolve the problem by checking blueprints, repair manuals, parts catalogs drawing and from experience and expertise.
• Inspects work of Maintenance Mechanics I & II to assure proper installation, maintenance, and repair of equipment.
• Tests and runs-off machines to ensure proper operation and correction of the identified problem.
• Records maintenance and repair work performed and the duration of time used per work order. Maintains equipment, parts and supplies inventories by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed equipment, parts, and supplies.
• May be responsible for Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) or the specific practices and procedures to safeguard employees from the unexpected energization or startup of machinery and equipment.

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EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING TIME

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) along with related trade school education, apprenticeship and/or experience.
• Previously demonstrated broad mechanical expertise understanding complex concepts related to machinery, electrical, hydraulic equipment, properties of metals, welding, and/or piper/plumbing functions required.
• The ability to read and comprehend various diagrams, schematics and mechanical blueprints is required.
• Knowledge of trade mathematics and machinist handbook formulas in computing and verifying dimensions in the planning, layout out, and final dimensional checking process.
• Certificates and Licenses: Trade or Vocational certifications preferred. Other particular trade certifications or in-depth experience may be required, (i.e., HVAC/EPA certifications, weights & measures technology). Fork truck license required.
• This position requires at least twelve months' work experience to become proficient in all phases of the job to work independently.

ACCOUNTABILITY Complexity

• Works from complicated prints, sketches, schematics, wiring diagrams, assembly drawing equipment repair manuals/sources, and specifications drawing from several years of experience and training. Responsible to design and implement a custom mechanic fix or “work around” to a problem.
• Responsible for complex operations that involve advanced techniques, detailed work sequences, or high degree of precision. Maintenance Mechanic III Page 3
• High degree of interaction with customers and vendors regarding equipment intricacies and requirements. Latitude of Judgment
• Performs a full range of maintenance mechanic assignments using independent judgment to make decision requiring the application of procedures and practices to complex work situations.
• Often absent of direct supervision, responsible for the complete process to diagnose, test, and perform corrective mechanical action on sometimes-aged equipment.
• Exercises significant judgment in determining the methods and techniques required to solve complex problems. Researches and recommends improvements to equipment and processes in order to achieve optimum efficiency.
• Works as a subject matter expert with responsibility for the training/mentoring/oversight of work for Maintenance Mechanics I & II.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a Maintenance Mechanic III encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Physical Demands/Efforts

• The Maintenance Mechanic III must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds without assistance.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms and talk or hear.
• The employee is occasionally required to sit, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch in cramped, awkward positions, crawl and smell.
• May work from high places from staging and lifting equipment.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include: close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• Work Environment
• While performing the duties of this job within the manufacturing environment, the employee is frequently exposed to work near moving mechanical parts and in cold, hot, dirty and dusty locations.
• The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne dust.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Various PPE devices & equipment such as protective clothing, gloves, safety shoes, hearing protection, and safety glasses are required.

A little more about us

Saint-Gobain Abrasives manufacturers and distributes high quality abrasive products to engineering, distribution and retail markets in the US. We are the world’s leading abrasives manufacturer and the only international supplier of abrasives that manufacturers each of the 3 major types of abrasives: Bonded Abrasives, Coated Abrasives and Diamond products.

Legal Statement

Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans.

Applicants for roles based in Washington state or remote roles that would be worked from Washington state are encouraged to direct any concerns regarding the state’s Pay Transparency laws to the SGNA HR Compliance team at [email protected] .

Benefits in joining us

Certain locations require pay information to be provided in job postings. Saint-Gobain aims to deliver a comprehensive Total Rewards package to support our employees' wellbeing and help improve daily life for themselves and their families. We believe in the importance of pay transparency in what we offer potential candidates. Provided is the local pay range for this position, which is $36.14 to $39.76 per hour. In addition to the hourly base, this position is eligible for a monthly incentive bonus payout as part of variable compensation and by nature can vary based on team's performance, and is not a guarantee up to $487.52/month. Additional Pay Incentives for This Role Include: Standard Overtime (Hourly Rate * 1.5)

Employees have the flexibility to choose the benefits that best fit their individual needs:

• Health and Wellbeing – Supporting your wellbeing, to thrive in life and work.
• Medical, Prescription Drug, Vision, and Dental Insurance
• Healthcare Saving Account and Flexible Spending Account options
• LiveWell Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Time Off and Paid Parental Leave

Retirement and Protection - Helping to make the future life you want a reality.

• 401(k) with Company Match, Retirement Accumulation Plan (RAP), Cash Balance Pension Plan
• Company-provided Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-Term Disability
• Voluntary employee and dependent life insurance, Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness, and Accident Insurance

Additional Benefits – Helping shape the experience and impact you want