Mechanic Master

The Sherwin-Williams Company; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental and vision coverage

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Paid time away (vacation/holidays)

Job summary

The Sherwin-Williams Company in Rockford, IL is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to install, troubleshoot, repair and maintain production and facility equipment across the plant. You will service dryers, chillers, HVAC, conveyors, pumps, tanks and related systems while upholding safety and cleanliness.

Responsibilities include preventive maintenance, quick repair of breakdowns, ordering parts, assisting with electrical tasks and keeping documentation up to date.

Qualifications

• Must have at least 1 year of experience as a mechanic in a manufacturing or distribution environment.
• Industrial/electrical/welding certification preferred.
• Able to perform preventive maintenance and troubleshoot equipment safely.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance inspections and service on equipment.
• Repair broken machines quickly and efficiently.
• Identify causes of unexpected breakdowns and report findings.
• Record and report damaged or worn parts and order replacements.
• Assist in electrical projects and perform minor electrical repairs.
• Maintain documentation and keep shop areas organized.

Skills

Preventive maintenance

Troubleshooting

Mechanical repair

Electrical work

PLC knowledge

Documentation

Education

Industrial/Electrical/Welding certification

Tools

Electrical test equipment

Job description

Overview

This position is an essential part of Sherwin's manufacturing team. It is responsible for installing, troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining production and facility equipment to support production requirements and goals. Equipment may include dryers, chillers, thermal oxidizer, HVAC, fire pump, mixers, mills, filling line equipment, conveyors, wrappers, tanks, motors, pumps, tank washers, tank tipper, as well as dock and building maintenance, etc. This position performs various maintenance tasks as assigned and is responsible for maintaining a safe, clean, and productive working environment.

Additional Information

Shift: Monday – Friday, 7:00 am – 3:30 pm. Training may occur outside of the employee's assigned shift hours.

This position is eligible for health benefits, such as medical, dental and vision coverage, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), disability coverage, security, retirement and savings benefits. Additional benefits include a generous time away from work package, including personal leave, paid parental leave, medical leave, vacation, and holidays.

Job duties include contact with other employees, operating heavy machinery, and access to proprietary information, raw materials, finished merchandise, and/or other items of value, and such access may be supervised or unsupervised. The Company therefore has determined that a review of criminal history is necessary to protect the business and its operations and reputation and is necessary to protect the safety of the Company's staff, employees, and vendors.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance inspections and service on equipment
• Repair broken machines and equipment quickly and efficiently
• Identify causes of unexpected breakdowns of machines
• Record and report damaged, worn, or broken parts
• Order and install replacement parts for machines
• Assist in electrical projects and perform minor electrical repairs
• Assist in pipe fitting tasks and perform some installation unassisted
• Maintain and service building equipment including HVAC, lighting, water and sewer, etc.
• Maintain documentation as required
• Clean, organize, inventory, stock, and otherwise maintain shop areas, parts, tools, and supplies
• Coordinate with managers to schedule regular maintenance on machines
• Maintain technical knowledge through training

Minimum Requirements

• Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age
• Must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment without needing sponsorship for employment work visa status now or in the future
• Must have at least one (1) year of work experience as a mechanic in a manufacturing and/or distribution environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Have at least two (2) years of work experience as a mechanic in a manufacturing and/or distribution environment
• Have an industrial, electrical, and/or welding certification or license
• Have at least one (1) year of maintenance experience applying electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic concepts
• Have at least one (1) year of work experience implementing Programmable Logic Controls ("PLC")