Mechanic Technician - 1st Shift

TekniPlex•Ridgefield, NJ

11d•$31•Onsite

About The Position

We are currently hiring a 1st Shift Mechanic Technician for our Ridgefield, NJ facility. Working within established guidelines, a Mechanic Technician - 1st Shift is a skilled professional responsible for ensuring the efficient and safe operation of company equipment and plant facilities. Must be able to troubleshoot, identify & diagnose equipment problems; along with perform moderate to complex equipment repairs. Must have a thorough knowledge and understanding of function when it comes to production equipment and manufacturing processes/operations. The workload involves a blend of proactive and reactive tasks such as routine inspections, troubleshooting and emergency repairs. The pay for this union role paying $31.05 per hour plus shift differential. Compensation is based on experience.

Requirements

High school Diploma or equivalent required; vocational training, two-year degree, certificates, or equivalent experience from two-year college or technical school preferred
5-8 years industry maintenance work experience required
Ability to obtain or currently have a BLACK SEAL BOILER certificate
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
Ability to write routine reports and legibly complete time cards and work orders.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures and read blueprints and technical drawings, such as machine, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical.
Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small groups situations to other employees of the organization.
Ability to effective present information and respond to questions form groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent.
Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra, geometry, fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variable in situations where only limited standardization exists.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form.
Regularly required to stand, walk, and talk or hear.
Frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms.
Occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell.
Must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Responsibilities

Performing scheduled inspections, lubrication, adjustments, and replacements of worn parts to prevent breakdowns and extend the lifespan of equipment
Follows plant preventative maintenance procedures to improve the facility
Capable of data entry and some analysis of our Maintenance Management System (Asset Essentials)
Diagnosing problems with mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems, and then executing the necessary repairs, which may involve disassembling and assembling equipment
Understand and learn the principles of the compounding processes and materials used
Installing new machinery, components, or systems, and thoroughly testing them to ensure proper functionality and safety before deployment
Maintaining accurate records of all maintenance activities, repairs, and inspections, as well as documenting any identified issues and solutions
Strictly adhering to safety protocols, regulations, and industry best practices while performing all tasks. Always leaving your work area in better shape than when you arrived
Reads blueprints, understands plumbing, hydraulic, pneumatic, and basic electrical system
Work independently or in a group maintaining a high standard of workmanship
Other assigned tasks as needed