Mechanical Technician

Sofidel S.p.A.; Hattiesburg (MS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Professional and safe work environment

Employee referral bonus

Retention Bonus

401(k) Match

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Professional training and development

Paid vacation

Job summary

Sofidel S.p.A. is seeking a maintenance technician in the United States to support the Hattiesburg plant. The role focuses on maintaining mechanical and electrical systems, preventing failures, and ensuring safe, efficient operation of production lines.

The successful candidate will read blueprints, perform diagnostics, and collaborate with vendors to improve equipment reliability and performance while adhering to safety policies.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or high school diploma with 5+ years related experience preferred.
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Responsibilities

• Enter work orders into computer systems, monitor work, and track parts.
• Carry out upkeep and repairs on mechanical and physical structures from sketches and drawings.
• Determine priority for shutdowns by performing preventative maintenance, diagnostics, replacing parts, testing equipment.
• Evaluate procedures for relevance and suitability of engineering equipment.
• Inspect mechanical equipment to identify problems and assist in process improvements.
• Collaborate with team members to resolve problems and implement mechanical adjustments.
• Coordinate with vendors and contractors to monitor output and enhance safety and efficiency.
• Perform operations to maintain workflow and meet schedules and quality requirements.
• Keep the work area clean and safe per safety protocols and equipment instructions.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Documentation skills

Computer skills

Education

Associate degree

High school diploma

Tools

Welding

Machining

Job description

Position Overview

This individual will contribute their professional and technical knowledge in order to increase the effectiveness of our operating systems, enhance the quality of our products, and identify more cost-effective ways to achieve these objectives while lowering expenses. This individual will perform maintenance tasks on machinery and equipment, avoid mechanical failure, and modify, replace, and repair parts and components as needed to keep the plant running safely and effectively.

Job Responsibilities

• Enter work orders into the appropriate computer systems, monitor required work, and keep track of parts in stock.
• Carry out expert upkeep and repairs on a variety of mechanical and physical structures. working from sketches, blueprints, and drawings.
• Determine the priority for the planned equipment shutdown by performing preventative routine maintenance, executing diagnostics, replacing parts, and testing equipment operations.
• Examine procedures for their relevance and evaluate the suitability of engineering equipment.
• Examine mechanical equipment to identify potential problems and participate in process improvement efforts to identify inefficiencies and design flaws.
• Collaborate with other team members as necessary to resolve problems and determine the root cause. Recommend improvements and make mechanical adjustments.
• Manage and collaborate with vendors and contractors to monitor and enhance output in order to advance our technology and provide better products and services while maintaining plant safety.
• Perform or assist with operations, as required to maintain workflow and to meet schedules and quality requirements. Inform management of any unusual equipment or operational issues as well as the requirement for additional materials and supplies.
• Keep the work area clean and organized while following safety protocols and equipment operating instructions to maintain a safe working environment.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

• An Associate’s degree from a two-year college or technical school; or high school diploma or equivalent, and minimum of five (5) years of experience in a related field is preferred.
• Excellent communication, analytical, documentation, and computer skills required
• Strong electrical, mechanical, and troubleshooting experience is required.
• Experience in welding and machining is preferred.

Company Benefits

• Competitive Compensation
• Professional and safe work environment
• Employee referral bonus
• Retention Bonus
• 401(k) Match
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Professional training and development
• Paid vacation