Maintenance Mechanic

Novolex • Carrollton, TX

13d • $28 - $32 • Onsite

About The Position

Under the general direction of the Plant Engineer/Maintenance Manager, this position is responsible for supporting various maintenance functions such as: installing, troubleshooting, and diagnosing production, process and facility manufacturing equipment onsite, as well as performing modifications, repairs, and preventative/predictive maintenance tasks on existing equipment. The Industrial Multi-craft Technician (MT) will work on various production systems including plastic extrusion, converting, pelletizing and vacuum resin handling. In addition to production equipment the MT will also work on facility equipment such as chillers, air compressors, pumps, blowers, air conditioners, etc. The MT will utilize “Maximo” as the Computerized Maintenance Management System to schedule work, track parts, record hours worked and plan for future work. Essential to success is a focus on safety in all the actions taken by the MT and of those around them.

Requirements

• Eligible to work in the United States.
• Successful completion of pre-employment background and drug screen.
• Work overtime as required.
• Ability perform the essential functions of the job with or without accommodation.
• High School Graduate or GED required
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a maintenance/production environment
• Background with manufacturing methods, process improvement programs and procedures required.
• Experience operating forklift equipment
• Familiar with all OSHA and GMP standards & requirements
• Computer Skills

Nice To Haves

• Technical Degree preferred, but willing to count years of experience
• Electrical training/experience with 480 3 phases/machine controls – preferred
• Experience with VFD Drives and PLCs a plus
• Previous work experience in mechanical, electrical and/or experience in blown film industries strongly preferred.
• Machinist
• Pipefitter
• Electro-pneumatic troubleshooting
• Mechanical troubleshooting
• Machine assembly and installation
• Welding, brazing, burning
• Part rebuilding
• Building repair, general maintenance
• Machine overhaul
• Air compressor maintenance
• Electrician

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot & Perform repairs on bag machinery and support equipment as directed by maintenance supervisor.
• Comply with all safe work procedures when performing tasks, such as but not limited to Lock Out / Tag Out, & Confined Space.
• Repair machine defects found other than scheduled when discovered.
• Report any machine defects identified during repairs that cannot be corrected to Maintenance Manager.
• Maintain proper housekeeping on the job site.
• Improve skill level either by training or on the job experience.
• Be a team player, assisting fellow mechanics or other employees requiring help.
• Work required overtime to complete repairs of down equipment.
• Strive to perform work in a timely manner, reducing machine down time to a minimum.
• Maintain a “zero defect” attitude and perform repairs once.
• Ask questions if not familiar with the repair or procedure.

Benefits

• medical, dental and vision insurance
• variety of other well-being resources focused on mental, physical and financial health
• constant opportunities for advancement
• skills development
• advanced education programs
• training and development programs and courses
• company and industry training curricula
• support for formal education through the Tuition Reimbursement Program (Non-Union)
• Learning Management System that supports and enhances employee skills at all levels of the organization

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED