Mechanical Technician

Pratt Industries•Wapakoneta, OH

17d•Onsite

About The Position

Join the Maintenance Team as a Mechanical Technician supporting reliability-centered maintenance for paper machine operations. The role focuses on preventive maintenance and maintaining the reliability and uptime of mill processes. Technicians work a rotating 24/7 schedule that includes both day and shift assignments, and are expected to experience both roles over time. The position reports directly to the Mechanical Maintenance Superintendent. Mechanical Technicians troubleshoot and repair mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment, operate motorized equipment safely, interpret technical documentation, and perform a range of mechanical, welding, and pipefitting work. The role also includes preparing accurate reports, maintaining good housekeeping, following personal protective equipment requirements, and participating in ongoing training. Practical application training may involve travel to other Pratt Paper Mills. The position is salaried non-exempt and qualifies for overtime beyond 40 hours per week. Listed annual base salaries range from $60,000 to $67,500 depending on level; overtime and incentives may bring annual earnings to $90,000 or more.

Requirements

Post-secondary educational degree from a college, university, technical school, military, vocational, or other advanced educational institution; the stated range is 2 to 4 years.
Computer and data-entry skills.
Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, blueprints, P&IDs, and procedure manuals.
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence and speak effectively before groups of customers or employees.
Ability to read a tape measure accurately and calculate percentages, measurements, volume, and rate; ability to apply high-school mathematics concepts.
Ability to follow written, oral, or graphic instructions and address problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
Strong analytical and field troubleshooting skills.
Working knowledge of mechanical and electrical machinery, including conveyor systems, breakers, boilers, and hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
Proficiency with computer systems and ability to learn new complex applications.
May be required to maintain a current Lift Truck Operator License and/or other appropriate certification for certain areas or equipment.
Regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Successfully complete drug testing or screening, background checks, a physical exam, and reference checks.
Demonstrated learning aptitude.
Commitment to maintaining good housekeeping.
Working knowledge of equipment design for process troubleshooting.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree or higher in Industrial, Mechanical, Electrical, Pulp/Paper, or Chemical Engineering.
Experience leading root cause analysis and problem-solving teams.

Responsibilities

Maintain optimal process reliability and uptime through preventive maintenance.
Diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic issues in process equipment, including pumps and transmissions.
Safely operate motorized equipment such as forklifts, scissor lifts, Genie lifts, hoists, and cranes.
Apply safe working practices and preventive and first-line maintenance principles; interpret blueprints, technical manuals, and related literature.
Diagnose mechanical faults and plan solutions.
Remove, refit, install, and align shafts, belts, chains, and couplings in power transmission systems.
Remove and refit bearings, identify their applications, and recognize defects.
Identify stripped threads and use thread repair equipment.
Manufacture gaskets and remove and replace seals and gland packing.
Work with helical, spur, and worm-wheel gearboxes; dismantle and replace drive belts.
Identify conveyor systems and components, troubleshoot them, replace and track conveyor belts.
Use appropriate MIG, TIG, or Stick welding processes and perform pipefitting duties as needed.
Read work orders and prepare legible, accurate reports.
Perform other tasks as assigned by Mill Management.
Maintain good housekeeping, including washing up, sweeping, and shoveling debris.
Adhere to required personal protective equipment requirements.
Participate in ongoing educational certificate training programs.

Benefits

Participating medical, dental, and vision plans.
Healthy Lifestyles Program/Virgin Pulse Fitness Tracking.
Gym reimbursement program.
Short-term and long-term disability.
401(k) plan with company match.
Mill Incentive Program, potentially up to 80% of one month's base salary, paid quarterly.
Supplemental life insurance plans, including spouse and child life insurance plans.
Income protection plans.
Tuition reimbursement/assistance program.
Child-bearing and parental leave.
Legal and travel assistance plans.
EAP/Home Auto Insurance Plans.
Wireless, auto, and discount plans.
Overtime eligibility beyond 40 hours per week.