Journeyman Maintenance Mechanic

O-I Glass • Toano, VA

298d • $40

About The Position

The Journeyman Maintenance Mechanic maintains the operation of equipment and machines in the cold end area, including from the end of the Lehr machine to the palletizers. The role involves installing, repairing, erecting, dismantling, and assembling all types of plant machinery and electrical or electronic equipment and component parts (such as motors, switches, control boards, PLCs VFDs, generators, circuit breakers, etc.). The Journeyman Maintenance Mechanic will also inspect glass forming machines and miscellaneous factory operating machines, related parts, and components, adjust lines to maintain the flow of product, and maintain cullet lines and conveyors.

Requirements

• High School degree or GED.
• Journeyman cardholder (Mechanical or Electrical) or 5 years of equivalent experience.
• Must be able to pass a mechanical & electrical skills test in order to be considered.
• Strong problem solving skills.
• Basic PC literacy (Word, email, basic data entry).
• Able to lift 40 lbs. on a regular basis.
• Ability to work a rotating schedule, which includes weekends and holidays.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of gearboxes, VFDs, and job change processes.
• Experience reading blueprints, wiring diagrams, shop handbooks and layouts.
• Experience completing routine reports and correspondence.
• PLC programming and troubleshooting is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Install, repair, erect, dismantle, and assemble all types of plant machinery and electrical or electronic equipment and component parts.
• Inspect glass forming machines and miscellaneous factory operating machines, related parts, and components.
• Adjust lines to maintain the flow of product.
• Maintain cullet lines and conveyors.

Benefits

• Vacation time and paid holidays.
• Medical, dental, prescription and vision care coverage.
• Pre-tax accounts.
• Well-being program which includes opportunity to earn employer contributions.
• Life and AD&D Insurance.
• Disability Insurance.
• 401(k) retirement saving plans with employer contributions.
• Financial advisors to assist with retirement planning and financial wellness.
• Employee Assistance Program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Nonmetallic Mineral Product Manufacturing
• Education Level: High school or GED