Mechanic

ANDRITZ; Ruston (LA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

ANDRITZ in Ruston, LA is seeking a Roll Mechanic to disassemble and assemble roll housings and internal components, using air and hand tools, and to operate lifting equipment. The role demands 2 years of related experience or equivalent technical training and a high school diploma.

The candidate will apply knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, fabrication, blueprint reading, and precision measurement while adhering to safety and quality standards in a heavy manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 2 years of relevant manufacturing-related mechanical or millwright experience, or 2 years of technical training.

Responsibilities

• Disassemble and assemble bearing housings and internal roll components.
• Use air tools, hand tools, hydraulic bearing/gear pullers.
• Perform visual inspections and document repair requirements.
• Safely handle rolls using overhead cranes and forklifts (capacities up to 60 tons).
• Demonstrate knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, fabrication, torch cutting, layout, blueprint reading, and precision measurement.
• Wear PPE and follow safety rules and environmental guidelines.
• Troubleshoot, install, align, dismantle, repair and maintain industrial machinery.
• Support quality maintenance programs to meet goals.

Skills

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

Fabrication

Torch cutting

Blueprint reading

Precision measurement

Bearings knowledge

Troubleshooting

Data entry

Education

High school Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Roll Mechanics responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Roll Mechanic will be responsible for the disassembly and assembly of bearing housings, and internal roll components. Using air tools and hand tools, hydraulic bearing/gear pullers.
• Visual inspection of roll components and parts, to ensure quality of used components. Properly documenting repair requirements, as listed in company repair manuals and instructions. Capable of safely handling rolls and components using overhead cranes and forklifts. Capacities can reach 60 tons.
• Demonstrate knowledge and skills using: basic hydraulics, pneumatics, fabrication, cutting with a torch, basic layout, blueprint reading, and precision measurement. Preferred candidate will have knowledge of bearings, chains, sprockets, and troubleshooting techniques. Successful candidates must be able to perform, basic computer /data entry skills.
• Perform repetitive and physically demanding tasks for extended periods (lifting, walking, climbing, pushing, twisting, and stooping).
• Wear necessary Personal Protective Equipment (safety glasses, ear plugs, steel toe boots, etc.). Maintain strict adherence to safety rules and regulations.
• Adhere to all plant safety and environmental guidelines, policies, and procedures.
• Troubleshoot, install, align, dismantle, repair and maintain industrial machinery and mechanical equipment for improved reliability and performance.
• Help meet or exceed quality goals through a quality maintenance program.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

Education: High school Diploma or equivalent.

Experience: 2 years of relevant manufacturing-related mechanical or millwright experience, or 2 years technical training preferred. Qualified candidates will possess solid mechanical aptitude skills, as well as a clear drug screen, and background check.