Maintenance Mechanic - 3rd Shift

Interplastic Corporation•South Bend, IN

4h•$25 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

MOLDING PRODUCTS, LLC in South Bend, Indiana was established in 1978, supplying custom-formulated sheet molding compounds (SMC) to the compression molding industry. The company expanded their capabilities to include a prototype mold service, which provides solutions for its customers’ ideas – from concept to the final product. This enables Molding Products to assist customers with on-site evaluations, mold design, and construction. The molding shape industries such as marine, communication, transportation, sporting goods, aerospace, and medical. We have openings for a Maintenance Mechanic at our manufacturing facility located in South Bend, IN.

Requirements

Possess the necessary skills to be proficient in tasks with minimal supervision.
Must have experience and knowledge in the following areas: (a) Preventive maintenance of process equipment (i.e. boiler, air compressors, cooling tower, etc). (b) Repair and adjustments for standard drive equipment, such as motors and pumps. (c) Demonstrable understanding of instrumentation/controls.
Demonstrate ability to follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to identify and troubleshoot problems in the following areas: Welding, Plumbing, Electrical, Pipefitting, Machinery/Equipment Maintenance
Ability to read blue prints, understand mechanical manuals and/or electrical schematics.
Ability to identify and troubleshoot problems in at least 3 of the following areas: Welding, Plumbing, Electricity, Pipefitting, Carpentry, Machinery / Equipment Maintenance
Ability to lift 50 pounds, drive a forklift, lift, stand, walk, climb stairs and ladders, and work in confined spaces.
Ability to wear personal protective equipment such as safety glasses, steel toe shoes, hard hat, gloves, and respirator.
Ability to work in extreme heat and humidity as well as outdoors in all weather conditions.
Have a high school degree or equivalent. (Required)

Nice To Haves

Maintenance: 1 year (desired)

Responsibilities

Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair existing plant equipment (Includes pumps, valves, process lines, etc).
Ensure that equipment is operating satisfactorily.
Work closely with other departmental Mechanics to keep equipment and facilities in good repair.
Work closely with Production and perform work in a safe and efficient manner.
Promote total quality and safety.
Order parts from approved vendor under the direction of the Maintenance Supervisor.
Work effectively as a crewmember of a team and maintain good working relations with others.