Mechanic Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Two years of experience in production plant equipment maintenance and repairs.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to read/interpret schematics, blueprints, instruction manuals, OEM drawings and plant diagrams.
• Strong work ethic and the ability to mentor team members.
• Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision.
• Availability to work shift schedules, overtime, nights, holidays, and weekends, plus respond to occasional off-hours callouts to ensure plant reliability of operations.
• Exposure to electrical systems and equipment/components.
• Personal computer skills with working knowledge of Microsoft Office software programs.
• Team player who collaborates well with other company employees and associates; problem solver who is resilient and reliable.
• Basic Computer skills to be able to use programs for work order and parts management.
• The Mechanic must be able to complete daily tasks under little to no supervision, should have the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment, making decisions quickly with clear communication.
• Most, if not all, communication verbally and written is preferred in English to successfully complete the appropriate scope of work.
• Be expected to stand for a full shift.
• Employee will be required to perform climbing stairs, walking, squatting, kneeling, or driving lift truck duties at variable frequency.
• There is occasional lifting that may require handling of components which can weigh up to 50 lbs.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and walk and talk or hear; use hands and finger, handle or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms.
• The employee must occasionally climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
• Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, ambient air, temperature extremes, combustible dust fumes or airborne particles, traffic, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock, and vibration.

Nice To Haves

• Two-year degree in mechanical or electrical technology preferred.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshooting of mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems and equipment.
• Promoting and enforcing company safety requirements.
• Managing housekeeping expectations for all work assignments.
• Creating and maintaining mechanical procedures, specifications, manuals, and documentation.
• Conducting daily activities in a manner which promotes plant reliability and productivity.
• Performing duties in accordance with all company policies, procedures, and standards of quality.
• Must be comfortable with numbers and basic mathematic calculations.
• Supervising short-term contractor and service work by external parties.
• Technical support of procurement and material/service orders.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the MDF Maintenance Supervisor.

Benefits

• Swiss Krono USA is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.