Industrial Maintenance Mechanic

International PaperGrand Prairie, TX
$34Onsite

About The Position

The Industrial Maintenance Mechanic is responsible for diagnosing, repairing, replacing, and installing plant mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems for all plant equipment. This includes machinery maintenance, lubrication, preventative maintenance (PMs), troubleshooting, repairing, upgrading, welding, fabricating, and possible installations. The role also involves performing preventative maintenance on equipment such as conveyors, presses, and stackers. The mechanic must be able to read and understand mechanical prints, AC/DC motors, pneumatic diagrams, and hydraulic diagrams. They will troubleshoot, repair, and install mechanical components, AC/DC motors, pneumatic and hydraulic equipment, bearings, and power transmission systems. Fabrication of equipment using welding (arc and gas) is also a key responsibility, along with making adjustments to improve productivity and identifying unusual sounds indicating potential trouble. Dismantling equipment to access defective parts is also required.

Requirements

  • Working knowledge of various types of measurement equipment (dial calipers, heat sensing guns, etc.).
  • Ability to examine and determine to what degree parts have worn, and repair or replace parts as needed.
  • Ability to operate metal, woodworking, and hand tools to make and repair parts safely.
  • Ability to operate all types of hand tools (i.e. drill press, grinder, wire brush, acetylene torch, etc.) normally found in a Maintenance shop.
  • Excellent attendance and safety record with a demonstrated ability to follow directions.
  • Ability to work in a team environment.
  • Ability to work additional and flexible hours including weekends as needed.
  • Willingness and ability to work all shifts depending on business needs.
  • Excellent teamwork, cooperation, and problem-solving skills.
  • Dedication, self-motivation, and self-starter ability to work independently.
  • Flexibility, a positive attitude, and a commitment to working safely.
  • Computer skills to work in SAP to acquire notifications, work orders, requisition parts for work orders, and enter their time against these work orders.
  • Must have basic tools.
  • Successful candidates must pass standardized International Paper pre-employment testing in place for Maintenance positions.

Nice To Haves

  • 5 years of manufacturing experience preferred

Responsibilities

  • Diagnosing, repairing, replacing, and installing plant mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems for all plant equipment.
  • Performing machinery maintenance, lubrication, PMs, troubleshooting, repairing, upgrading, welding, fabricating, and possible installations.
  • Performing preventative maintenance on equipment, such as servicing conveyors, presses, and stackers.
  • Reading and understanding mechanical prints, AC/DC motors, pneumatic diagrams, and hydraulic diagrams.
  • Troubleshooting, repairing, and installing mechanical components, AC/DC motors, pneumatic equipment, hydraulic equipment, bearings, and power transmission.
  • Performing fabrication of equipment (welding both arc and gas) to desired needs.
  • Making adjustments on equipment to improve productivity.
  • Identifying and locating unusual sounds that indicate potential trouble.
  • Dismantling equipment to gain access to defective parts.
  • Operating drill presses, lathes, welding equipment (gas, arc), and pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
  • Performing lubrication/preventive maintenance and predictive maintenance.
  • Using SAP to acquire notifications, work orders, requisition parts, and enter time.
  • Attending all meetings, completing training as required, and being safety conscious.

Benefits

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Life insurance
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Short-term and Long-term Disability
  • 401(k)
  • Company-funded retirement contributions
  • Paid Time Off
  • Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement)
  • Student Loan Repayment Assistance
  • Voluntary Benefits including insurance for home, auto, vision and pets
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