Mechanic Maint Gen Tech 1 (12 hr night shift / 2-2-3 schedule)

Ontex•Reidsville, NC

11d

About The Position

The Maintenance Technician ensures the proper operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by performing regular service, maintenance, and troubleshooting. The role carries out preventive, predictive, and reactive maintenance on production machines, following diagrams, operations manuals, manufacturer instructions, and engineering specifications. The technician works with the Maintenance Manager, maintenance team, machine operators, and engineers to keep machinery performing to standard. The position requires sound judgment to identify problems and select solutions using acquired expertise and knowledge.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent GED.
Two years of related experience.
Mechanical and computer skills, technical aptitude, and the ability to use tools and machinery properly.
Solid understanding of machine functions.
Ability to read drawings and schematics.
Ability to read and understand technical materials, including training manuals and vendor instructions, and use them to troubleshoot and solve problems.
Ability to work with minimum supervision.
Strong interpersonal and motivational skills, including effective communication and collaboration with coworkers and other teams.
Ability to work safely, follow safety guidelines, and be knowledgeable and trained in lockout procedures.
Ability to identify root causes and troubleshoot problems through a logical, repeatable process.
Ability to prioritize and structure work, take initiative, and organize tools and resources.
Ability to perform effectively under pressure.
Ability and willingness to lift light to moderate loads, including raw materials and machine components weighing up to 55 pounds.
Ability and willingness to stand for 100% of the time and walk in the production facility.
Adequate hand and finger coordination to manipulate small parts.
Adequate vision and color perception.
Ability to stoop, bend, sit, reach, and crouch as needed to inspect finished products and materials.
Ability to work outside regular business hours as required.

Responsibilities

Perform preventive, predictive, and reactive maintenance on production equipment to minimize downtime.
Support and follow the site's Preventive Maintenance Schedule.
Monitor machinery for signs of malfunction, including changes in performance, and respond promptly.
Repair mechanical, pneumatic, electrical, and hydraulic machinery.
Identify and replace worn or damaged parts in a timely manner.
Read and comply with work orders for machinery service, modification, or installation.
Use a variety of power and hand tools to perform job functions.
Maintain a schedule for machinery inspection, service, and testing.
Observe and follow company safety rules and regulations, including safe work and lockout procedures.
Train others.
Work with the Maintenance Manager, maintenance team, machine operators, and engineers to ensure machinery performs to standard.