Set Up Mechanic

Novolex • Bridgeview, IL

4d • $25 - $32 • Onsite

About The Position

Primary responsibility is to support the manufacturing group by seeing that thermoforming mold set-ups are completed on schedule and in a timely manner. Installation and removal of molds, minor, major repairs. Follow company policy and safety procedures. Additional responsibilities include: minor mechanical repairs of equipment, general housekeeping of the work area and equipment and other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Must have an outstanding work record.
• Position requires a HS Diploma or GED and 2-3 years related experience.
• Demonstrated problem solving and mechanical skills are also required.
• Ability to communicate clearly, both in writing and verbally is required, as is the ability to perform basic mathematical operations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.
• Ability to work with others effectively as a part of a team is essential.
• Worked with GE-Fanuc, Allen Bradley, and Seimens equipment
• Basic knowledge of problem solving, and technical mechanical skills

Responsibilities

• Learn all tool room functions, welding, machining, and thermoforming set- ups.
• Read rule, micrometer, and calipers
• Set-up and operate all tool room equipment.
• Work from verbal instruction, sketches, or blue prints.
• Work with minimal supervision.
• Recommend component upgrades that increase productivity or reduce overtime.
• Inspect operating equipment for obvious problems or potential failures and adjusting as needed.
• Understand how to correctly fill out all related paperwork.
• Do general housekeeping of manufacturing areas and equipment to ensure a safe, efficient and contamination free work area and equipment is maintained. This includes sweeping and mopping of the production area, wiping down the machines and removal and disposal of waste and rubbish.
• Work closely with tool room mechanics to ensure that adequate supplies are “on-hand”.
• Understand the difference between the various materials in the plant.
• Material Handling: Able to safely operate forklift, hand-jack, hydraulic crane and other powered
• Work at anywhere within the plant and work overtime as needed.
• Perform other tasks within the plant as assigned by the supervisor.

Benefits

• medical, dental and vision insurance
• well-being resources focused on mental, physical and financial health
• opportunities for advancement
• skills development to advanced education programs
• training and development programs and courses are available through MyLearning
• company and industry training curricula
• support for formal education through the Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Learning Management System that supports and enhances employee skills at all levels of the organization

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees