Maintenance Mechanic

Sabert Corporation•Shepherdsville, KY

About The Position

The Maintenance Mechanic completes repairs and preventative maintenance on machinery, facilities, and utilities. The role tracks maintenance work and production equipment functions to support an effective preventative maintenance program, performs major electrical and mechanical maintenance, and trains operators and other mechanics to carry out maintenance tasks safely. The mechanic documents work, parts used, and time spent, identifies purchasing and spare-parts needs, and coordinates repairs, vendor work, preventative maintenance, and equipment improvements with the Maintenance Manager. The position requires in-depth knowledge of electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical processes, with particular strength in electrical troubleshooting. Work involves reading mechanical and electrical prints and using hand, power, and shop tools. The job is performed in a manufacturing environment with constant noise and some exposure to dust and fumes, and minimal exposure to elevated temperatures. Overtime and on-call availability for off-hours emergencies are required.

Requirements

Must be able to communicate in English.
In-depth, detailed knowledge of electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical processes.
Strong electrical troubleshooting skills.
Detailed knowledge of electrical circuits and controllers, including troubleshooting AC/DC/PLC systems, motors, and controllers.
Ability to read and work from mechanical and electrical prints.
Knowledge and skill in using a variety of hand tools, power tools, and shop tools.
Analytical ability to troubleshoot and establish the root cause of problems.
Willingness to work overtime and be on call for off-hours emergencies.
Must be capable of bending and lifting tool parts and machine equipment up to 50 pounds.
Able to push, pull, or carry light loads.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of thermoforming and plastics extrusion.

Responsibilities

Complete repairs to machinery, facilities, and utilities in response to work orders.
Prepare and coordinate work orders for regular maintenance and preventative maintenance of machines, facilities, and utilities.
Log and track work functions on production equipment and periodically update the preventative maintenance program.
Perform major preventative maintenance involving electrical or mechanical functions.
Train mechanics and operators to keep machinery in good working condition.
Perform work in accordance with established safety procedures.
Complete maintenance work orders and report work performed, parts used, and time spent.
Complete daily timesheets documenting tasks and time spent.
Identify items that need to be purchased or replaced and submit requisitions to the administrator.
Recommend spare parts to maintain as stock items.
Train operators and other positions to perform minor electrical-mechanical functions.
Coordinate repairs, outside vendors, preventative maintenance, and equipment improvements with the Maintenance Manager.
Follow company policies and procedures regarding employment, safety, quality, product safety and legality, security, and regulatory compliance.