Maintenance - Mechanic II

National Beverage•Gainesville, GA

About The Position

This position repairs and maintains production and facility equipment, installs new equipment, and maintains established preventative maintenance programs. The qualified candidate is a full journeyman in Machine Repair, Plant Mechanic, or Millwright and is proficient in reading mechanical and electrical prints, pneumatic and hydraulic schematics, and pipe fitting for air, water, and hydraulic systems. The role requires a good attendance record and the ability to work independently, take the lead in resolving complex technical issues, and coordinate multiple projects while prioritizing competing demands. The position responds to production-line calls, performs equipment changeovers, troubleshoots mechanical and electrical problems, and repairs high-speed production equipment, pneumatic devices, and hydraulic systems. It also involves scheduling and developing preventative maintenance, installing and rebuilding equipment, following safe work practices and lockout/tagout procedures, completing required OSHA training, and participating in daily maintenance meetings. The employee must be able to work 12-hour shifts on a flexible full-time schedule that may include days, evenings, weekends, and holidays. Other duties may be assigned by the Supervisor.

Requirements

Full journeyman qualification in Machine Repair, Plant Mechanic, or Millwright.
Proficiency reading mechanical and electrical prints, pneumatic schematics, and hydraulic schematics.
Proficiency in pipe fitting for air, water, and hydraulic systems.
Good attendance record.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common information, reports, and other documents; respond to common inquiries or complaints; and present information effectively to management.
High school diploma or GED preferred, or equivalent experience.
Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in a related field with proven industry experience.
Ability to read schematics.
Computer literacy and proficiency with Microsoft Office products, including Excel and Word.
Strong analytical skills.
Knowledge of OSHA laws and ability to implement required OSHA training for the department.
Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.
At least 18 years old.
Favorable background and drug exam.
Ability and willingness to work 12-hour shifts on a flexible full-time schedule, potentially including weekends and holidays.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and, when required, push or pull up to 500 pounds with a dolly or pallet jack.
Ability to walk, stand for long periods, sit, talk or hear, use hands and fingers to handle or feel, bend, squat, reach, and turn.

Nice To Haves

Beverage industry experience.
Knowledge of MP2 software.
PLC experience.
Bilingual in Spanish.

Responsibilities

Perform equipment changeovers, respond to production-line calls, and troubleshoot equipment.
Apply basic electrical skills and repair and maintain high-speed production equipment.
Practice safe work habits, follow lockout/tagout procedures, complete required OSHA training, and correct unsafe conditions as necessary.
Respond to repair requests from line supervisors or operators.
Schedule and develop preventative maintenance needs and requirements for equipment.
Participate in daily meetings and report maintenance department objectives and opportunities.
Install and rebuild equipment.
Troubleshoot and repair pneumatic devices and hydraulic systems.
Troubleshoot mechanical or electrical problems in a timely manner.
Independently complete assignments after receiving general instructions and take the lead in resolving technical, unusual, or complex issues.
Coordinate multiple projects while prioritizing competing time demands.
Interact positively with the public and other employees and promote a cooperative working environment.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.