Machinist /Millwright

Endo•Saint Louis, MO

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Machinist/Millwright troubleshoots, repairs, and replaces mechanical process equipment in their assigned area. The role requires a self-motivated, mathematically competent, team-oriented problem solver who can read blueprints and has experience repairing process equipment such as pumps, gear reducers, agitators, conveyors, centrifuges, filter presses, blowers, and compressors. The position uses knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, power transmission, mechanical seals, precision measurement instruments, and bearing installations to maintain equipment reliability. The Machinist/Millwright performs predictive and preventive maintenance, troubleshoots equipment failures, completes production machine set-ups and change-overs, and implements corrective actions. The work takes place primarily in a manufacturing environment on a rotating 12-hour shift schedule of four days on and four days off. Manufacturing areas are not climate controlled; ventilation is provided by building exhaust fans during summer. Work may involve acids, bases, organic solvents, and inorganic compounds, and may require personal protective equipment, including a hard hat, safety glasses, and work boots. Additional PPE may be required. The role requires standing and walking for extended periods and regularly lifting up to 50 pounds unassisted. Some positions require wearing a respirator. Applicants are subject to extensive security, education, and employment background checks, a post-offer physical exam, and a drug test. Extensive training is required to meet regulatory, safety, and security requirements. Starting pay is $44.19 per hour.

Requirements

Minimum of one to three years of experience as a maintenance technician in a manufacturing facility; equivalent relevant years of experience may be considered in place of the preferred education.
Experience with rotating equipment, pump repairs, gearbox rebuilds, and bearing replacements is essential.
Mathematical competence, teamwork, self-motivation, problem-solving ability, and blueprint literacy.
Knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, power transmission, mechanical seals, precision measurement instruments, and bearing installations.
Ability to perform preventive and predictive maintenance, troubleshoot equipment failures, and conduct production machine set-ups and change-overs.
Ability to stand and walk for long periods and regularly lift up to 50 pounds unassisted.
Willingness to work a rotating shift schedule, including nights and weekends.
Ability to meet regulatory, safety, and security requirements, including required screening and training.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree in Applied Science or equivalent certification program from a technical school with an emphasis in a machinist field of study.
Five to seven years of experience as a maintenance technician in a manufacturing facility.
Experience with FDA regulations and cGMP guidelines.
Working knowledge of confined space entry and related OSHA safety practices.
Experience with glass-lined equipment and a Computer Maintenance Management System; Maximo is preferred.
Experience with HVAC equipment and its controls.
CFC certification.
Ability to wear a respirator where required.

Responsibilities

Diagnose plant equipment problems.
Implement equipment modifications and/or replacements.
Perform predictive and preventive maintenance procedures.
Repair mechanical equipment in accordance with plant work instructions and safety procedures.
Conduct safety observations as needed.
Operate a milling machine, drill press, and surface grinders to repair mechanical equipment.
Repair pumps, agitators, centrifuges, blowers, presses, conveyors, and gear boxes.
Take precision measurements and machine mechanical parts to tight tolerances.
Install pumps, gearboxes, agitators, and mechanical seals.
Troubleshoot hydraulic, pneumatic, and power transmission systems.
Complete pre-task analyses for maintenance activities.
Complete production machine set-ups and change-overs.
Perform other duties as assigned.