Maintenance Mechanic

MSA, The Safety Company•Auburn, ME

19d•Onsite

About The Position

MSA Safety is seeking a passionate, motivated, and driven Maintenance Mechanic for its Globe Footwear Plant in Auburn, Maine. This role is crucial in supporting the maintenance and repair of both the building and manufacturing equipment, both inside and outside the plant. The ideal candidate will have a strong mechanical aptitude, good electrical knowledge (or a willingness to learn), and a general desire to maintain equipment and building systems. This is an excellent opportunity for career growth and development within a purpose-driven company focused on safety.

Requirements

High School Diploma.
1-5 years mechanical experience.
Mechanically inclined, with great problem-solving skills.
Able to stand, reach, bend, stoop and walk continuously throughout the day.
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
Logical thinker, ability to troubleshoot equipment.
Willing to work overtime as necessary.
Able to work within a team and independently meeting goals.
Able to read and understand technical manuals.
Basic computer knowledge (Word, Excel, Outlook).

Nice To Haves

3+ years of experience in a manufacturing position.
Knowledge of electrical systems (able to troubleshoot) on automated equipment and/or willingness to learn.
Stitching operation and sewing machine maintenance knowledge.
Able to read schematics.
Knowledge of driving production to meet KPI's.

Responsibilities

Effectively maintain production equipment.
Perform preventative maintenance inspections and service on machines.
Assist with machine maintenance and improvement of facilities systems, buildings, and equipment, including learning all aspects of machines and mechanic’s position.
Provide and measure rapid response to machine downtime to ensure downtime is minimized.
Stay current with machine maintenance best practices to continuously improve maintenance techniques.
Repair broken machines quickly and efficiently; prepare reports documenting work performed.
Perform general repairs, and routine maintenance on building systems.
Cleans, organizes, inventories, stocks, and maintains shop areas, parts, tools, and supplies.
Assist with facility projects as needed.
Ensure all equipment is in safe operating condition and all safety concerns are immediately reported and addressed.
Maintain machine guarding and safety risk reduction during maintenance activity and operator equipment \ facilities use.
Ensure that all machine guarding meets guidelines and regulations and drive your team to seek and eliminate plant safety risks.
Perform other related duties as assigned.