Maintenance Operator

Brenntag Group; East Point (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid parental leave

Education assistance

Employee assistance program

Health care options

401(k)

Job summary

Brenntag is seeking a Maintenance Operator to oversee preventive maintenance and the upkeep of large production machinery. The role involves inspecting, cleaning, lubricating, and repairing equipment to minimize downtime.

Ideal candidates have extensive manufacturing experience, strong mechanical skills, and the ability to work independently or with others in a fast-paced environment. The position includes collaboration with product managers on new products and modifications.

Qualifications

• Some vocational or equivalent experience preferred.
• At least 10 years experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Prolonged standing/walking with ability to bend, stretch, push, pull and move to service machinery.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance inspections and service on machines.
• Thoroughly clean machines and parts; disassemble/reassemble as needed.
• Oils and lubricates moving parts to ensure performance.
• Record damaged or worn parts; report needs.
• Order and install replacement parts for machines.
• Identify causes of unexpected breakdowns and repair promptly.
• Prepare reports documenting work performed.
• Maintain shop areas, inventory, tools, and supplies.
• Coordinate with managers to schedule regular maintenance.
• Collaborate with product manager or plant engineer on new products and modifications.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Problem solving

Teamwork

Communication

Attention to detail

Stress tolerance

Education

Vocational training or equivalent experience

Job description

Our team currently has an opening for a Maintenance Operator

The Maintenance Operator will oversee the performance and maintenance of large production machinery.

YOUR ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs preventive maintenance inspections and service on machines.
• Thoroughly cleans machines and machine parts, removing parts and reinstalling as necessary.
• Oils and lubricates moving parts on machines to ensure effective performance.
• Records and reports damaged, worn, or broken parts.
• Orders and installs replacement parts for machines.
• Identifies the causes of unexpected breakdowns of machines.
• Repairs machines quickly and efficiently.
• Prepares reports documenting work performed.
• Cleans, organizes, inventories, stocks, and otherwise maintains shop areas, parts, tools, and supplies.
• Coordinates with managers to schedule regular maintenance on machines.
• Collaborates with product manager or plant engineer regarding new products being added and modifications that will be required.
• Makes necessary modifications and implements tests runs; confers with product manager regardingtest results and makes additional alterations to machinery as required.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Required Skills/Abilities:
• Mechanically inclined with great problem-solving skills.
• Works well independently and with others.
• Good communication skills.
• Organized with attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and stressful environment.

YOUR PROFILE

Education and Experience:

• Some vocational or equivalent experience preferred
• At least 10 years experience working in a manufacturing environment.

Physical Requiements:

• Prolonged periods standing and walking.
• Able to bend, stretch, push, pull, and move as needed to reach, clean, and service machinery.
• Must be able to visually inspect machines.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.

OUR OFFER

• We aim to create an environment where the best people want to work, where they can turn their passion into their job and realize their full potential.
• Individual development, on-the-job training, and development programs designed to help our employees grow in their careers.
• Paid parental leave
• Education assistance program
• Employee assistance program
• Various healthcare plan options as well as 401(k)

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