Local incentive plan

Atkore•Merrillville, IN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

We are currently looking for a Maintenance Mechanic to be based out of Hobart IN. Reporting to the shift Maintenance Supervisor, this person will be responsible for effectively performing preventive and corrective maintenance on the plant’s machinery, and auxiliary equipment. They will also participate in the plant’s 5S program, safety objectives, and facility maintenance according to the company’s safety, quality, housekeeping, and production standards.

Requirements

At least 3-5 years of experience in maintenance in medium to heavy industrial environments.
Ability to lift and manipulate up to 60 lbs.
Ability to stand and walk for up to 12 hours per day.
Experience in maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing mechanical systems (pneumatic, hydraulic, power trains, etc.)
Experience in fabricating, including but not limited to burning, cutting, and welding (stick and MIG)
Experience in checking and performing alignments on drives and transmissions, and rotating machinery.
Experience and knowledge of best practices for effective rigging.
Knowledge in various types of lubrication and lubrication systems.
Basic level experience and knowledge in manual machining using lathes and milling machines.
Advanced level experience and knowledge of operation and maintenance of drive train systems.

Nice To Haves

High School diploma or GED preferred.
Have gained certification for operating fork trucks and other mobile equipment.
Have acquired basic tube mill process knowledge.
Embrace and foster an environment that supports our core values of Accountability, Teamwork, Integrity, Respect, and Excellence.

Responsibilities

Evaluating systems or facilities to determine maintenance or repairs that need to be performed.
Assisting team members with technical issues or advanced problems with given assignments.
Preparing for production shift, ensuring proper changeover needs are being met.
Working with the Value Stream Managers and Production Supervisors to plan work priorities, obtain necessary supplies, and assess skills needed to complete tasks.
Developing and executing Preventive Maintenance (PM), Predictive Maintenance (PdM), and Critical Parts List (CPL) programs on all assets located within the plant.
Tracking and logging all maintenance work, checklists, workers time, materials, and other resources used for maintenance purposes.
Responding to emergency situations including the safety of plant facility and equipment using knowledge of the plant and equipment located therein.
Operating mobile equipment such as fork trucks and manlifts.
Ensuring that all operating procedures, maintenance, repairs, and safety guidelines, are being properly followed.
Identifying enhancement opportunities and suggest solutions for improvement to top management.
Conducting in a manner consistent with Atkore’s mission statement, core values, and other standards of conduct.