Mechanic

Voith GmbH Group; Austell (GA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Mechanic to join their dynamic team in Austell, GA. This role involves servicing and repairing rollers used in paper industrial machines, ensuring optimal performance and safety standards. You'll be responsible for inspecting, disassembling, and reassembling mechanical components, while also utilizing your mechanical knowledge to diagnose and suggest repairs. This position offers competitive pay, a supportive work environment, and opportunities for professional growth. If you're passionate about mechanics and looking to make a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Flexibility with Work/Life Balance

Competitive Compensation and Benefits Package

401K with Generous Company Match

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and troubleshoot paper rollers condition.
• Disassemble and assemble mechanical systems as needed.
• Utilize various tools and equipment for repairs.

Skills

Mechanical Troubleshooting

Blueprint Interpretation

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Problem Analysis

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Hand Tools

Power Tools

Hoists and Lift Trucks

Overhead Cranes

Measuring Devices (Micrometers)

Job description

The Voith Group is a global technology company. With its broad portfolio of systems, products, services and digital applications, Voith sets standards in the markets of energy, paper, raw materials and transport & automotive. Founded in 1867, the company today has around 22,000 employees, sales of € 5.5 billion and locations in over 60 countries worldwide and is thus one of the larger family-owned companies in Europe.

Voith Paper is hiring for:

Mechanic
Austell, GA

Hourly Rate: $20.00 to $23.00 per hour. This is a 2nd shift position which will also include a 5% shift differential in addition to the hourly rate.

Reasons you’ll love working here:

• Flexibility with Work/Life Balance
• Competitive Compensation and Benefits Package
• 401K with generous company match

Summary:

The Mechanic services and repairs rollers used in paper industrial machines. The mechanic is responsible for inspecting, disassembling, repairing, and reassembling mechanical rollers, interpreting blueprints, and fabricating components and/or jigs to help in servicing those rollers.

By applying knowledge of mechanics, shop mathematics, and troubleshooting, the Mechanic disassembles, inspects, diagnoses, categorizes, and stores components. Analyzes and suggests plans to repair or replace worn or broken parts or install upgrades.

Responsibilities:

1. Inspect and troubleshoot paper rollers condition
2. Measure bearing clearances and install different types of bearings
3. Read blueprints and drawings
4. Disassemble and assemble mechanical systems
5. Familiar with measuring devices (micrometers)
6. Utilize hoists, lift trucks, hand tools, and power tools
7. Operate overhead cranes, tow motors, and forklifts
8. Fabrication experience a plus (welding, machining, and finishing)

Requirements:

1. Personally exhibit safety as a core value and effectively communicate a shared vision for safety
2. Minimum high school diploma or GED equivalent
3. Machining a plus, welding and painting
4. Wear required safety equipment/PPE
5. Continue to develop skills to become a multi-skilled mechanic (including millwright, welding, and other fields as needed)
6. Utilize excellent communication and interpersonal skills
7. Work effectively alone or within a team
8. Utilize strong organizational skills to handle multiple tasks effectively
9. Analyze problems and develop solutions independently or with teams

Don’t meet every single requirement but think you would be a good fit for our team? We encourage you to apply – your unique skills may be just what we need for this or other roles!

Voith US Inc. is an EEO/AA/VEVRAA compliant Federal Contractor and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. We welcome everyone to apply, especially those individuals who are underrepresented in the industry including people of color, LGBTQI+ community, women, individuals with disabilities (both seen and unseen), Veterans, people of any age or family status. We embrace the competitive advantage that diversity brings and we strive to create a working environment that is inclusive of thought and talent.