Production Mechanic (Level 3)

Blistex Inc•Oak Brook, IL

13h•$30 - $34•Onsite

About The Position

The Production Mechanic (Level 3) performs all the functions assigned to a Production Mechanic (Level 1) and Production Mechanic (Level 2). In addition, she/he performs changeovers, overhauls, performs corrective repair work, fabricates parts on Production equipment and provides specialist service and training in such areas as machine shop, electricity, pipe fitting and predictive maintenance on all production equipment. A Production Mechanic (Level 3) must demonstrate proficiency in at least three of the following skills: welding, machine shop, industrial electricity, Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) or pipe fitting; and, perform change-overs and repair of at least eight lines prior to being considered for progression to the next Production Mechanic level. Certification of skills on such lines will be subject to periodic re-certification, as established by Departmental policy.

Requirements

A high school graduate or equivalent is preferred; plus, demonstrated proficiency or trade related schooling in such fields as welding, machine shop, industrial electricity, introductory drafting, PLC, pipe fitting or diversified applied trade experience [preferably within a fast moving consumer goods manufacturing environment (e.g. food, pharmaceutical, soft drink, etc.)].
The knowledge and skills required for this position are typically acquired in 4 years of prior experience maintaining and trouble-shooting automated equipment (e.g., unscramblers, fillers, cappers, case packers, labelers, bundlers, case packers, process equipment, etc.) in a Production environment.
Ability to use hand tools (e.g., hammer, screw driver, wrench, etc.).
Must be able to read and interpret machinery and electrical blue-prints/schematics and apply set-up and maintenance manual instructions.
Ability to learn and apply accrued knowledge of standard Manufacturing Department’s procedures.
Must have the ability to recognize unsafe machine conditions and correct them.
Ability to work independently and meet deadlines on a multitude of concurrent tasks
Good interpersonal skills are required to interact with internal customers.
Must possess good mathematical aptitude (addition, subtraction, multiplication and division, including fractions and decimals).
Must be able to convert units of measure (e.g., ounces to pounds, grams to ounces, feet to meters, etc.).
Must be able to read, write and speak the English language.
Must have rudimentary computer skills in a Windows environment necessary to the maintenance of records on a PC based system. (Microsoft Word and Excel is beneficial.)
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
Ability to use power tools (e.g., drills, grinders, etc.).
Must be able to read and interpret process and instrumentation diagrams.
Ability to perform extensive trouble-shooting of packaging equipment (e.g., unscramblers, fillers, cappers, cartoners, case packers, labelers, etc.).
Ability to use precision measuring devices.
Ability to stick weld stainless and mild steel in all positions.
Ability to TIG and/or MIG weld stainless and carbon steel.
Ability to cut, weld and braze with gas welding equipment.
Willingness to accept other duties, as assigned.
Must possess the ability to develop and maintain an effective working relationship with internal and external customers, function as a team player, accept constructive criticism from management and comply with Company policies.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency in at least three of the following skills: welding, machine shop, industrial electricity, Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) or pipe fitting.
Experience performing change-overs and repair of at least eight lines.
Microsoft Word and Excel skills are beneficial.

Responsibilities

Examines, tests and measures product from assigned area for adherence to quality specifications. Checks for visual defects and takes corrective action, as necessary.
Reviews established Production schedule at start of each shift for assigned area to determine production run, need for change-over and scheduled maintenance.
Readjusts line and changes over assigned equipment for product, material, size and pack pattern. Runs first piece of production and checks for conformance to quality standards.
Performs preventive maintenance checks during course of shift and takes appropriate corrective action.
Records production delays and maintains required down time records.
Advises Group Leader, Production Mechanics and/or Manager, Production Maintenance of reoccurring equipment malfunctions.
Cleans and sanitizes equipment and all necessary parts, as required or specified.
Monitors equipment for unsafe conditions and either recommends or implements corrective actions for equipment malfunctions.
Provides own hand tools, as specified by the Company, for repair of Production equipment.
Analyzes, diagnoses and resolves mechanical and operational problems on equipment in assigned area and takes corrective action.
Analyzes defective production as to cause and takes corrective action. Records and reports problems for further analysis by others.
Maintains the mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic function of Production equipment in assigned area.
Replaces parts (e.g., bearings, sprockets, chains, belts, limit switches, air cylinders, valves, etc.).
Performs major overhaul and repair work for all Production equipment.
Maintains inventory of spare parts for equipment in assigned area. Prepares purchase requisitions for spare parts and supplies and routes to Group Leader and/or Production Manager for authorization.
Assists in training Production workers in the operation of the equipment and safety precautions required when working on or near equipment.
Assists in training Production Mechanics (Level 1 and Level 2), as required.
Provides input on the development of specifications for new machinery.
Assists the Group Leader, Production Mechanics in the set-up, utilization and evaluation of the Plant Maintenance Program.
Utilizes data from the Preventive Maintenance Program and other Plant production records to identify root causes of production problems. Recommends and implements corrective actions.
Maintains and utilizes maintenance and production databases to identify preventive maintenance improvements.
Fabricates non-commercially available repair parts.
Performs and assumes other duties and responsibilities, as may be required by the Manager, Production Maintenance, Director, Manufacturing and/or Vice-President, Operations.
Assists other Production Mechanics in completion of assigned tasks, as required.
Practices good housekeeping.
Adheres to GMP and OSHA regulations.
Serves as department representative on specified project teams and committees, as required by the Manager, Production Maintenance.
Supports the Winner’s Circle and ISO processes.