Mechanic Technician

Taylor Corporation•North Mankato, MN

11d•$20 - $32•Onsite

About The Position

Precision Press, a Taylor Company, is looking for a Mechanic Technician to join their team in North Mankato, MN. This position is suitable for experienced maintenance technicians or individuals with a strong mechanical background looking to grow their careers. The company is willing to train the right individual who enjoys troubleshooting, problem-solving, and hands-on work. The role involves performing preventative maintenance, testing mechanical equipment, and constructing machinery and components within the production facility. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship. The shift for this position is 1st Shift, Monday - Friday, from 7:00 am to 3:00 pm.

Requirements

Ability to read, interpret, and decipher general written instructions from documents such as work orders, parts orders, safety regulations, operating procedures, or other job-specific written documents.
Ability to speak and communicate effectively with fellow employees.
Ability to perform basic mathematical functions such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
Mechanical aptitude and a willingness to learn new equipment and troubleshooting techniques.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a related field (mechanical, maintenance, electrical, automotive, mechatronics, packaging, food production, manufacturing experience, etc.)
Experience troubleshooting mechanical and/or electrical equipment.

Responsibilities

Observes, diagnoses, troubleshoots, and repairs printing equipment, press parts, electrical problems, and other equipment throughout the facility.
Calculates and installs main electric to equipment and other power distribution.
Sets up and operates drills, lathes, grinders, welders, and other necessary tools and equipment to make and repair presses and component parts.
Initiates purchase orders for items necessary to repair or replace component parts or other related equipment.
Performs various preventive maintenance functions on equipment on a scheduled basis in an attempt to maintain equipment and prevent breakdowns.
Maintains attendance according to facility guidelines as well as be able to work constructively with co-workers, supervisors, vendors, etc. in performing daily responsibilities.