Plant Mechanic - 12 hour shifts!

O-I•Ringgold, VA

1d•$42 - $42

About The Position

The Maintenance Journeyman performs all of the electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical repairs and maintenance to the equipment. It is a multi-craft position that requires mechanical, maintenance, carpenter, plumbing, welding, and electrical skills.

Requirements

High School degree or GED
Journeyman cardholder (Mechanical or Electrical) or 5 years of equivalent experience
If no journeyman card, must be able to pass a mechanical and electrical skills test in order to be considered
Must have strong problem solving skills
Knowledge of gearboxes, VFDs, and job change processes
Experience reading blue prints, wiring diagrams, shop hand books and layouts
Experience completing routine reports and correspondence
Ability to work a rotating shift schedule
Basic PC literacy (Word, email, basic data entry)
Able to lift 40 lbs. on a regular basis
Must be able to work a 12 hour rotating shift, which includes weekends and holidays

Nice To Haves

Previous glass manufacturing experience is preferred
PLC programming and troubleshooting is a plus

Responsibilities

Install, repair, erect, dismantle and assemble all types of plant machinery and electrical or electronic equipment and component parts (such as motors, switches, control boards, PLCs VFDs, generators, circuit breakers, etc.)
Inspect glass forming machines and miscellaneous factory operating machines, related parts and components
Makes line repair adjustments to glass forming machines
Weld, braze, scrape, solder and cut various types of metals necessary for maintenance repairs and fabrication of new components and equipment
Determines cause of breakdown or required repairs, reconditioning or replacements