Mechanical Technician

BlueScope North America; Delta (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

North Star BlueScope Steel is seeking a Mechanical Technician to oversee the performance and maintenance of large production machinery at our facility. The role involves inspecting, troubleshooting, repairing or replacing mechanical components to keep equipment running optimally.

You will plan and carry out preventative maintenance on engines, motors, pumps, hydraulics, and conveyors, ensuring reliability and safety.

Qualifications

• Vocational or community college coursework related to mechanical maintenance is required.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, troubleshoot, repair and/or replace mechanical components such as motors, reducers, drive chains, hydraulic and/or pneumatic components in manufacturing equipment.
• Plan, implement and maintain preventative maintenance program on engines, motors, pumps, pneumatic tools, hydraulics, conveyor systems and production machines to improve reliability.
• Performs routine, emergency, and preventive maintenance.
• Perform basic welding duties, fabricating fixtures, jigs, guarding, etc. as needed.
• Install or assist in the installation of new equipment, including proper layout and alignment.
• Evaluate equipment malfunctions with urgency to minimize downtime.
• Modify equipment to improve safety, quality, productivity and reliability.
• Perform tasks in a quality fashion meeting internal customers’ requirements.
• Communicate professionally with plant personnel about repair steps, parts ordered, and estimated time to complete repairs or projects.
• Maintain proper housekeeping for work area, equipment and tools.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Problem solving

Independent worker

Communication

Attention to detail

Stress management

Education

Vocational training or related coursework

Job description

Summary

The Mechanical Technician will oversee the performance and maintenance of large production machinery.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Inspect, troubleshoot, repair and/or replace mechanical components such as motors, reducers, drive chains, hydraulic and/or pneumatic components in manufacturing equipment.
• Plan, implement and maintain preventative maintenance program on engines, motors, pumps, pneumatic tools, hydraulics, conveyor systems and production machines in order to improve reliability.
• Performs routine, emergency, and preventive maintenance
• Perform basic welding duties, fabricating fixtures, jigs, guarding, etc. as needed.
• Install or assist in the installation of new equipment, including proper layout and alignment.
• Evaluate equipment malfunctions with a sense of urgency to minimize downtime.
• Modify equipment as necessary to improve safety, quality, productivity and reliability.
• Perform tasks in a quality fashion by meeting or exceeding the internal customers’ requirements.
• Communicate professionally with plant personnel as to the important repair steps taken, parts ordered, and estimated time to complete the repairs or projects.
• Maintains proper housekeeping expectation for work area, equipment and tools.

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.

Education And Experience

• Some vocational or community college with related coursework or equivalent experience, required.

Physical Requirements

• 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.

Work Authorization

No sponsorship available.

Shifts

• 12 hour shifts, generally 6am – 6pm, 6pm – 6am.
• Swing every 4 weeks to the opposite shift.
• 2-2-3 schedule (48 hour/36 hour work week).
• Every other weekend off.
• Open 24/7/365.

North Star BlueScope Steel is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and respects the importance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the policy of the company to recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity. We recognize that diversity and inclusion is a driving force in the success of our company.