Mechanic

Andritz AG; Ruston (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

ANDRITZ AG in Ruston, LA is seeking a Mechanical Services Mechanic to perform maintenance on industrial machinery, disassemble/assemble bearing housings, and document repair needs. The role requires 2 years in manufacturing mechanics or equivalent training, and the ability to operate with cranes and forklifts.

Applicants should have a high school diploma, be able to read blueprints, and pass a drug screen and background check. This is a full-time, on-site position based in Ruston, LA.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2 years of manufacturing-related mechanical experience or 2 years of technical training.
• Clear drug screen and background check required.

Responsibilities

• Disassembly and assembly of bearing housings and internal roll components with air tools, hand tools, and hydraulic pullers.
• Visually inspect roll components and document repair requirements per manuals and instructions.
• Safely handle rolls and components using overhead cranes and forklifts; operate within safety rules and environmental guidelines.
• Troubleshoot, install, align, dismantle, repair and maintain industrial machinery for reliability and performance.
• Support quality goals through a maintenance program.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Blueprint reading

Safety awareness

Quality maintenance

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Air tools

Bearing pullers

Job description

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Job title: Mechanic

Job family: Manufacturing

Business area: Pulp & Paper Service

Contract location: Ruston, LA, US

Working location: Ruston

Location type: Office Location / Office-based

Contract type: Permanent

ANDRITZ is a globally leading supplier of plants, equipment, and services for hydropower stations, the pulp and paper industry, the metalworking and steel industries, and for solid/liquid separation in the municipal and industrial sectors as well as for animal feed and biomass pelleting. Other important business segments include automation and service business. The publicly listed technology Group is headquartered in Graz, Austria, and has a staff of approximately 29,000 employees. ANDRITZ operates more than 280 sites in over 40 countries.

JOB PROFILE

MECHANICAL SERVICES MECHANIC

Working location: Ruston, LA, USA

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS

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.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.