Plant Maintenance Mechanic I

Wieland•Granite City, IL

6d•$24 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

Wieland is hiring a Plant Maintenance Mechanic I. The Plant Maintenance Mechanic II is part of a team that is responsible for maintaining and managing the processing equipment that is utilized in recycling ferrous and non-ferrous materials. The Plant Maintenance Mechanic I uses technical knowledge in Preventive and Predictive Maintenance practices to drive continuous improvement in machine reliability. Applies diagnostic, troubleshooting skills, and experience to perform repairs, preventative maintenance, and safety inspections on plant equipment. This role is located in Granite City, IL, and will be fully on-site. Hourly Pay Range: $24 - $28/per hour Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM Pay Schedule: Weekly At Wieland, we recognize that attracting the best talent is key to our strategy and success as a company. As a result, our ranges reflect our good-faith estimate to pay fairly. The final pay offered to a successful candidate will be based upon various factors unique to each individual that may include, but are not limited to years of experience, industry knowledge, technical skills, education, qualifications, etc.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required.
One (1) years’ experience in maintenance with proficiency in knowledge and demonstrated skills in mechanical, electrical, pneumatics, and hydraulic systems. Corrective/breakdown experience preferred. Ability to diagnose problems and replace parts to repair. Experience maintaining Industrial Equipment
Valid Driver’s License with insurance and ability to maintain a valid driver’s license is required. Clean driving record with no citations for moving violations in the previous three years.
Demonstrated ability to use hand and power tools commonly used in electrical, electronic, and mechanical trades. Be able to provide a small box of basic hand tools
Demonstrate mechanical aptitude and problem-solving ability to deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only a limited standard exists. Ability to make appropriate arithmetic equations and complete written documentation.
Able to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, and schedule form. Able to interpret technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form.
Working knowledge of hazards and safety precautions common to OSHA. Be self-motivated, responsible, and willing to work within the strict safety guidelines of the company's safety policy
Experience with process improvement, safety, quality, and 5S ideas.
Works in a team environment or independently, but must be a critical thinker, problem solver, and a self-starter.
Ability to effectively communicate effectively both orally and in writing to teammates and leaders.
A willingness to learn new tasks
Forklift certification is required
Take responsibility of self-performance. Have the ability to manage time and responsibilities independently

Responsibilities

Under supervision, provide preventative and predictive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of recycling production systems.
Adheres to all applicable safety standards and promotes a safe work environment by attending safety meetings and required training, and addressing all safety concerns while following the Wieland Safety Golden Rules. Follows and adheres to all ISO, OSHA, and DEQ requirements.
Ability to utilize the Equipment Asset Management (EAM) system to enter and retrieve prescribed data.
Ability to diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and/or hydraulic systems. Consult with higher-level technicians on complex systems issues.
Perform scheduled inspection, basic and advanced preventative and predictive maintenance on equipment to ensure production teams are able to meet goals for uptime and budget targets.
Accurately completes maintenance records, logs, permits, and required documentation.
Actively engages and participates in the department’s continuous improvement efforts. Demonstrates behaviors and attitudes that emphasize and focus on permanent resolutions to problems.
Assist in set up and installation of new equipment
Help maintain inventory of equipment and supplies. Work with the maintenance planner to maintain the proper Min/Max of supplies and consumables