Maintenance Mechanic - 1st Shift, Lawrence, KS

Hallmark Cards•Lawrence, KS

3d•$26 - $38•Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Mechanic works through the Maintenance Department at Hallmark’s Lawrence Production Center, installing and maintaining production equipment in support of manufacturing. The role requires a broad range of mechanical and troubleshooting skills, from repairing simple equipment to troubleshooting PLC and ladder logic programming. It includes installing machinery by assembling, leveling, and securing equipment; making electrical, compressed-air, gas, and water connections; and dismantling, transporting, reassembling, or disposing of equipment as needed. The mechanic maintains and repairs equipment in accordance with safety requirements, blueprints, and manufacturer specifications, and may modify or build equipment to improve capacity, quality, safety, or cost. The mechanic also instructs operators and supervisors on new or modified equipment and works with them until they can operate it safely and satisfactorily. The role may involve handling hazardous waste in accordance with applicable regulations, participating in team problem-solving and performance initiatives, and moving between work areas as needed. This is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week position, Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Overtime may be required during peak seasons. The position is located in Lawrence, Kansas; relocation is not provided. The maintenance environment may include hazardous chemicals and energies and harsh areas without climate controls. Appropriate PPE is required, including arc-flash protection, safety glasses, safety shoes, and hearing protection where needed. The job requires operating hand-powered tools and industrial shop machinery.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
Successfully completed technical training covering basic electrical fundamentals, including high- and low-voltage electrical systems, circuits, and schematic reading, or completed HVAC training classes, or at least two years of work experience repairing mechanical and electrical equipment on industrial manufacturing and/or commercial equipment.
Ability to push, pull, grasp, lift, and carry items weighing up to 30 pounds frequently and 60 pounds occasionally.
Ability to constantly stand, walk, twist, bend, and reach at or above shoulder level.
Ability to frequently work in awkward positions and occasionally work from ladders.
Ability to pass a color-perception test.
Work overtime as required during peak seasons.
Wear appropriate PPE and follow procedures when working with hazardous chemicals, hazardous energies, and in harsh operating environments without climate controls.
Wear arc-flash PPE and other required PPE, including safety glasses and safety shoes; use hearing protection as required by Hallmark.
Operate hand-powered tools and industrial shop machinery.

Nice To Haves

Basic math, written and oral communication, and computer skills.
Ability to set up an area and work under pressure to meet production targets.
Ability to understand and follow established safety procedures for PPE, lockout/tagout, and handling hazardous chemicals.
Ability to accept other duties as assigned.
Ability to learn and retain knowledge.
Ability to work as a team member.

Responsibilities

Perform routine electrical connections, repairs, and troubleshooting on 120/240/480-volt AC control systems.
Repair power transmission systems and safely operate shop machines to fabricate machinery parts and components.
Interpret basic machine schematics and building blueprint drawings.
Troubleshoot and repair machinery controlled by PLC and AC frequency-drive systems; read and interpret electrical schematics.
Perform basic utility connections and repair pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical systems.
Safely operate electrical and gas welding equipment and apply welding principles.
Troubleshoot and repair electromechanical and solid-state circuitry systems.
Perform basic facility-support services for HVAC, vacuum, and air systems.
Use good safety practices and follow applicable operating procedures and PPE requirements.
Install, maintain, repair, dismantle, transport, and reassemble production machinery and equipment as needed.
Modify existing equipment or designs and build new machines to improve capacity, quality, safety, or cost.
Instruct operators and Operations Supervisors on new or modified equipment and support them until they can operate it safely and satisfactorily.
Handle hazardous waste in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations when required.
Participate in performance dialogue and team problem-solving, identify potential problems, and proactively work on resolutions and alternative operating methods.
Move to different work areas as needed and work overtime during peak seasons when required.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate of $26–$38 based on experience.
Sign-on bonus: $250 after 90 days and $750 after six months, contingent on a satisfactory performance review.
Medical, vision, and dental plans.
Specialized plan option for people with type 2 diabetes.
Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
Life and accident insurance.
On-site registered nurses who provide health consultations and optional seasonal vaccinations.
Health rewards program offering up to $400 per year.
401(k) with a 4% company match, vested from day one.
Health savings account or flexible spending account.
18 days (144 hours) of PTO during the first year.
10 paid holidays.
Paid parental leave.
Adoption assistance.
Comprehensive fertility benefits for eligible employees.
Climate-controlled and safety-first work environment.
On-site café offering hot and cold meals.
On-site Hallmark store with 50%–75% discounts on Hallmark products.
Inclusive environment and relaxed dress code, subject to safety rules.
Career development opportunities and potential pathways to other roles or locations.