Plant Mechanic 2 - Clackamas

Oregon Beverage Recycling Cooperative; Oregon (WI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with 100% match

Generous PTO plan and paid holidays

Job summary

A beverage recycling cooperative in Wisconsin seeks a Maintenance Technician responsible for performing preventative maintenance on plant equipment. The ideal candidate will possess 1-3 years of industrial mechanics and welding experience. Key responsibilities include troubleshooting and repairing equipment, operating a forklift, and using various hand tools. The position offers comprehensive medical coverage, a matching 401(k), and a generous PTO plan, aligning with the cooperative's mission of resource sustainability.

Qualifications

• 1 - 3 years verifiable industrial mechanics, welding, and hydraulics experience required.
• Ability to safely climb on machinery and walk on catwalks as needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance work on all plant equipment.
• Recognize and use lock-out/tag-out devices.
• Complete work orders and assigned paperwork.

Skills

Ability to lift 50 lbs. up to 4 ft high

Basic math skills

English proficiency

Attention to safety requirements

Time Management

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

AC/DC welder

Oxygen/acetylene cutting tools

Hand and power tools

Job description

Description

Overview

A world where no resource is wasted.

Mission

To ensure that no resource goes to waste by empowering people to redeem every container easily, efficiently, and effectively.

Values

We are loyal, resilient, trustworthy, creative, competent, and engaged.

Summary

This position is responsible for performing preventative maintenance work on plant equipment. It troubleshoots and repairs equipment utilizing basic electrical, welding, carpentry and general mechanical skill to problem solve, prioritizes project completion to reflect the production area needs, and operates and maintains plant production systems.

Schedule

Tuesday - Saturday from 2 pm - 10:30 pm.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance work on all plant equipment as scheduled.
• Recognize proper operation of all plant equipment to include safety shutoffs and devices.
• Recognize and use lock-out/tag-out devices as required.
• Operate a forklift.
• Efficiently use various hand and power tools.
• Safely and efficiently use an AC/DC welder and oxygen/acetylene cutting tools.
• Complete work orders and other assigned paperwork as directed.

Education/Experience

• High School Diploma or GED preferred, or any equivalent combination of training, experience and education that demonstrates the ability to perform key responsibilities of this position.
• 1 - 3 years verifiable industrial mechanics, industrial welding, and industrial hydraulics experience

Requirements – Skills, Job Knowledge & Abilities

• Ability to lift 50 lbs. up to 4 ft high as necessary.
• Must be available to work schedule as posted, and overtime as necessary.
• Able to perform basic math, such as add and subtract
• Speak, understand, read, and write the English language sufficient to perform the job.
• Safely climb on top of, around and under machinery as needed.
• Climb ladders and walk on catwalks as needed.
• High degree of attention regarding safety requirements to prevent injury to self and others
• Strong attention to detail with a high level of accuracy
• Time Management: Prioritize duties in order of importance
• Communication: Work together to get the job done right the first time
• Current driver’s license and acceptable driving record

Benefits and Perks

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) with 100% match on employee deferrals up to 4% of compensation. 50% match on deferrals between 4%-6%
• Generous PTO plan and 7 paid holidays annually.

Supervisory Responsibility

• None

Travel

• None

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements

This position works in a production plant setting. It is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The noise level can be loud. The role requires working around sharp objects and may involve exposure to liquids from full and empty beverage containers. The environment can be cold, hot, or humid. Loud noises and frequent standing, walking, and reaching with hands and arms are common. The job may require climbing on top of, around, and under machinery, climbing ladders and stairs, and walking on catwalks. May involve lifting up to 50 pounds repeatedly for long periods.