Maintenance Mechanic

Huhtamaki•De Soto, KS

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Huhtamaki is a key global provider of sustainable packaging solutions, committed to making all packaging recyclable, reusable, or compostable. The company ensures the hygiene and safety of food and drink worldwide. They are looking for a Maintenance Mechanic at their De Soto Operations in De Soto, Kansas. This role is for a C/D Shift (Rotating 7pm to 7am Shift) and involves repairing and maintaining machinery and mechanical equipment, such as production machines and conveyor systems. The company emphasizes a safe and supportive environment where employees can make an impact.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED.
Minimum of 5 years experience in maintenance with exposure to machinery, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
The ability to read, understand and comprehend written or oral instruction, technical data, blue prints, etc. and the ability to communicate effectively with others.
Must have own tools and possess good mechanical aptitude to be able to troubleshoot machinery.
Ability to properly use all power and non-power hand tools to safely perform job tasks.
Ability to operate a forklift, scissor lift, boom lift and obtain annual certification.

Responsibilities

Perform all job duties following established safe work practices and company policies.
Repairs and maintains, in accordance with diagrams, sketches, operation manuals, and manufacturer’s specifications, machinery and mechanical equipment, such as production machines, conveyor systems and equipment.
Visually inspects and listens to machines and equipment to locate causes of malfunctions.
Dismantles machines and equipment to gain access to problem area, using hand tools and power tools.
Inspects and measures parts to detect wear, misalignment, or other problems.
Removes and replaces worn and defective parts of drive mechanism or hydraulic system, using hand tools and power tools, and following blueprints, diagrams, and service manuals.
Follow all safety guidelines and company policies.
Perform welding tasks related to the repair of equipment/machinery.
Perform/support predictive maintenance functions including water and oil tests, vibration analysis, equipment logging and infrared scans.
Must be able to work a 12-hour shift schedule.
Must be able to work overtime as needed.
Other duties as assigned.