Industrial Maintenance Mechanic

Smithers-Oasis•Kent, OH

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Smithers-Oasis, a global leader in floral, grower, postharvest, and specialty foam products with operations in over 20 countries, is hiring an Industrial Maintenance Mechanic at one of its Kent, OH locations. This full-time role involves troubleshooting, performing routine mechanical and electrical maintenance, repairing, and installing equipment. The ideal candidate will be a skilled communicator, trustworthy, and reliable.

Requirements

High school diploma with an electrical certification from a trade school, college or formal technical education
3 - 5 years of industrial electrical experience
Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and CAD equipment drawings.
Ability to follow detailed instructions and perform basic math calculations.
Self-starter and can work under little direction.
Ability to communicate well with a variety of internal teams and external vendors.
Ability to lift, carry and handle objects weighing 50-to-100 pounds.
Comfortable climbing ladders and working in confined spaces.
Ability to operate aerial platform equipment, working at a high height.

Nice To Haves

TIG, MIG, or stick welding skills preferred.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot, repair and maintain manufacturing and facility equipment.
Perform electrical troubleshooting which includes variable frequency drives and basic troubleshooting of PLC and CNC controlled equipment.
Responsible for the electrical installation of new, used, and relocated equipment per applicable electrical and building codes.
Responsible for planning, generating bills of material, and purchasing materials for electrical projects.
Perform basic machining tasks using a vertical mill, metal lathe, and surface grinder.
Perform basic fabrication tasks. TIG, MIG, or stick welding skills preferred.
Perform facility upgrades or repairs which could involve carpentry, plumbing, roof repair, and painting.
Perform duties as specified by work orders, blueprints, sketches or charts.
Inspect completed work for conformance to specifications.
Perform all work with adherence to safety procedures and applicable codes.
Maintain daily log of activities performed.
Participate and support PSM-PM and PM programs.
Assist in snow removal of designated areas.
Assist as required, in maintaining plant safety and security.
Attend appropriate/required educational training programs.
Lead, participate in and support Smithers-Oasis continuous improvement activities.
Perform other duties as required.