Maintenance Mechanic 1st Class

Position Title: Maintenance Mechanic

Department: Engineering

Reports to: Engineering Supervisor

Job Summary:

Performs scheduled/unscheduled maintenance, repairs and installation tasks on the

physical plant, equipment and machinery, according to standards.

Primary Job Duties:

• Answer trouble calls to production equipment.

• Perform preventative maintenance routines as assigned.

• Complete assigned work request repairs.

• Complete all related forms and paperwork prior to end of shift.

• Maintain shop and shop equipment in a clean and safe condition.

• Ensure all equipment is in a sanitary condition after performing work prior

to release back to Production department.

• Test runs all equipment after any repairs or P.M.'s.

• Maintain minimum tool list. Carry tools to all calls.

• Practices and complies with all company policies and procedures (EEO,

Sexual Harassment, Safety, GMP's, etc.) including safety and work rules.

• Safety:

o Lock out all equipment prior to beginning work or removing

guards.

o Do not attempt to operate equipment without prior knowledge

of the operation.

o Make sure equipment is clear of personnel or foreign objects

before starting.

o Do not attempt to stick any type of object into equipment while

running.

o Always keep hands and arms free from moving part.

o Report any potential safety hazard immediately.

o Ensure all electric cabinets and enclosure are closed, locked

and sealed.

o Maintain clean uniforms, shirt tucked in, sleeves buttoned or

rolled up.

• Sanitation:

o Ensure proper G.M.P.'s are followed at all times.

o Shop will be swept prior to end of shift daily.

o All unserviceable used parts will be disposed of prior to end of

shift.

o Parts storage areas will be maintained in an orderly manner.

• Performance of other duties deemed by management to be an integral part of

the job.

Essential Job Functions/Requirements:

Experience: Prior experience in plant maintenance or general commercial

mechanic experience.

Education: Technical training or trade school diploma desired.

• Must possess/maintain a valid license to operate applicable equipment.

• Physically capable of moving to all areas of the plant.

• Able to climb ladders, crawl under and onto equipment and work in tight

spaces.

• Able to read, comprehend and practice necessary safety procedures, signs,

etc.

• Able to wear/use approved applicable safety equipment, as needed.

• Able to visibly distinguish operating lights and panels on machinery and

equipment.

• Able to hear and identify audible alarm systems as well as normal and

abnormal equipment operating sounds.

• Able to generate written and verbal communications clearly and distinctly.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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