Electro-Mechanical Technician
About The Position
Why Great Northern Established in 1962, Great Northern is a local, privately owned paper-based packaging manufacturer with a long history of providing secure, stable, and meaningful positions. You will experience a collaborative team-first, safe, clean, enjoyable, and predictable workplace where team members support and care for one another. Our team members produce sustainable and eco-friendly products that are supplied to national brands that impact people's day-to-day lives. Great Northern is committed to making a difference in the lives of our team members, customers, and the communities in which we live and work. Many of our team members were referred by their friends and families who are already a part of the Great Northern team. We are currently looking for a full-time Electromechanical Technician for our Jacksonville, FL plant. POSITION SUMMARY Responsible for mechanical repairs, maintenance and preventative maintenance to all production and facility equipment in addition to installation of said equipment in the plant, warehouse, and office areas by performing the following duties. Basic electrical experience is required.
Requirements
- Basic electrical experience is required.
Responsibilities
- Performs predictive and preventative repairs of all equipment to ensure continuous production operations.
- Knowledge of AC/DC circuits, motors and drives, PLC, and instrumentation and process controls.
- Determines the existence of electrical hazards and problems.
- Safely isolate, ground, and prepare circuits for electrical apparatus for repairs.
- Perform preventative maintenance such as changing contacts, checking motors, and the operation of automated and robotic systems.
- Adheres and actively participates in lock out/tag out practices and procedures.
- Keeps all documentation up to date of lock out/tag out and works with Safety Director to maintain safe practices.
- Assists Operations Manager, supervisors, and maintenance lead with the operation of the predictive and preventative maintenance program.
- Inspects and ensures that all operating machines and equipment conform to electrical and mechanical operational quality standards.
- Assists with the implementation of new methods and procedures designed to improve operations, minimize operating costs, and the effect greater utilization of equipment, labor and materials.
- Requisitions tools, electrical test equipment and maintenance supplies required for plant operation.
- Keeps an up-to-date inventory and file of all machine parts and maintenance supplies.
- Confers with operations manager, production control manager, supervisors, and other appropriate personnel to resolve maintenance problems and recommends measures to improve operations and conditions of machines, equipment, and processes.
- Keeps maintenance area neat, clean and orderly; cleans up after completing maintenance work throughout the plant.
- Monitors building and exterior grounds to keep all areas clean and neat.
- Records and files complete machine histories relating to maintenance problems and cures, troubleshooting methods, services required, spare parts and parts vendors.
- Must be willing to pursue ongoing technical training to enhance capabilities and knowledge.
- Regular and reliable attendance.
- Knows, understands and follows all plant safety rules, general rules and procedures.
- Remains current on changes in policies, procedures and product information, attending authorized training programs and seminars.
- Be available for monthly safety meetings.
- Be available for on call and weekends as needed.
Benefits
- Competitive 401K with company match and a historically generous profit-sharing retirement savings contribution
- Paid vacation during your first year of employment
- 9 paid holidays/year
- Medical plan options are available to provide flexibility in choosing the one that best suits your individual and family needs
- Dental and vision insurance available
- Company provided life insurance
- Opportunity to purchase additional life insurance
- Opportunities to advance your career and compensation level
- Health/fitness reimbursement
Stand Out From the Crowd
Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.
What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
