Maintenance Mechanic - Metals (1st Shift)

PLASCORE INC•Zeeland, MI

134d•Onsite

About The Position

Plascore is hiring a Maintenance Mechanic for its Metals division in Zeeland, Michigan. The position ensures plant equipment and machinery remain in working order, builds and rebuilds equipment to meet manufacturing needs, and performs general building and site maintenance. The role is scheduled for first shift, 6:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. The mechanic maintains safe, efficient equipment and production processes; conducts preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs, inspections, and fabrication; and records completed repairs. The position also involves coordinating repair work around production needs, ordering repair parts, identifying improvement opportunities, and carrying out related duties as assigned. The mechanic works independently with little supervision and contributes to a clean and safe work environment and to Plascore’s focus on cost, quality, and delivery. Plascore is an established global manufacturer of honeycomb core, composite structures, and cleanrooms. The company describes itself as employee-driven, family-owned and operated, and serving customers in aerospace, automotive, and marine industries.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
1 to 2 years of progressively more responsible maintenance experience.
Strong attention to detail.
Ability to work overtime.
Must be eligible to work on programs subject to ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulations).

Nice To Haves

Electrical maintenance experience.

Responsibilities

Maintain all equipment in the business unit and keep it in safe operating condition.
Perform preventive maintenance and schedule equipment repairs based on production needs.
Install new equipment as required and perform minor fork truck repairs as required.
Conduct safety inspections on equipment.
Troubleshoot basic electrical problems and basic controls, including motor starters, relays, motors, and fuses.
Fabricate fixtures, guards, or parts to maintain or improve equipment.
Perform electrical, plumbing, pipefitting, welding, or machine work to maintain equipment.
Prepare purchase requisitions for repair parts and replacement stock items.
Identify opportunities to improve equipment efficiency and processes.
Maintain records of equipment repairs.
Work independently with little supervision.
Provide customers with value in cost, quality, and delivery.
Participate in improving products, processes, equipment, and methods.
Respond promptly and professionally to internal and external questions.
Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
Look for ways to improve job efficiency and performance.
Perform other reasonably related duties as assigned.

Benefits

Bonus programs, including a $1,200 employee referral bonus paid in monthly increments and quarterly bonuses based on business-unit metrics.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance with flexible spending or health savings accounts.
Free high-deductible health plan for employee-only coverage.
Health insurance benefits available to new hires on day one.
Company-provided short-term and long-term disability coverage.
Employee Assistance Program, including legal and professional counseling services.
Paid and unpaid vacation totaling six weeks; the paid portion depends on years of service.
Eight-week paid sabbatical for every 10 years of service.
Paid holidays.
Parental leave.
401(k) and Roth 401(k), with a 50% match up to 6% for participating employees.
Tuition reimbursement for job-related and certificate programs.
Dependent scholarships covering up to 100% of tuition costs for child dependents.
Access to training grants such as GoingPro for professional development.
Childcare flexible spending account.
Tri-Share childcare program covering two-thirds of childcare costs.
Company events, including an annual picnic, golf outing, and holiday party.
Discounts at MVP Athletic Club, Stellantis, Bedslide, Enterprise rentals, and RX Optical.
Clean work environment.
Smooth pace of work.
Security of work at an established, growing company serving a diverse customer base.
Bi-weekly pay.