Maintenance Mechanic (Production)

Job Description

Established in 1955, Mercury Plastics offers unparalleled expertise in vacuum forming and plastic fabrication services to customers from a variety of industries with a client base that extends from coast to coast.

Mercury Plastics is seeking an experienced, self-motivated individual to work as a Maintenance Technician. The ideal candidate will have a strong electrical aptitude as well as the ability to assist with diagnosing and eliminating recurring machine faults and breakdowns as well as preventative measures to increase productivity.

Mercury offers a dynamic working environment with competitive pay and excellent benefits to include Medical, Dental, Vision Discount Program, 401 (k) and Vacation.

Qualifications

· High school diploma or equivalent.

· Mechanical/Electrical Training Certification or equivalent work experience in an industrial manufacturing environment.

· 3 to 5 years’ experience working on industrial production equipment.

· Strong electrical and mechanical aptitude.

· Knowledge of pneumatics and hydraulics.

· Ability to read the input/output of electrical schematics with strong troubleshooting ability including knowledge of PLC’s

· Ability to work with various types of hand & power tools.

· Ability to operate a forklift truck.

Position Summary:

Ensures operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements on production machines; following diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer's instructions, and engineering specifications; troubleshooting malfunctions.

Position Responsibilities:

· Perform all necessary repairs for the facility including mechanical and electrical repairs on production equipment including support equipment repairs, building and grounds maintenance.

· Troubles shoot machine breakdowns and provide solutions for repair.

· Work positively with operations team to troubleshoot and resolve manufacturing constraints.

· Assist with equipment installations and dismantling of machines as needed.

· Perform preventative maintenance on machining.

· Reads and interprets equipment manuals and work orders to perform required maintenance and service.

· Maintain organization and inventory of Maintenance Shop.

· Required to maintain building maintenance with routine inspections of lighting, filters, and vents.

· Maintains proper appearance of building by cleaning, painting and repairing including outside grounds keeping.

· Prepares the building for season changes.

· Complies with all Safety Best Practices and follows safety rules such as LOTO and other safety requirements.

· Follow department and company policies and procedures.

Company Description

Established in 1955 and now in third generation of family ownership, Mercury Plastics offers unparalleled expertise in vacuum forming and plastic fabrication services to customers from a variety of industries. Our professional knowledge and skilled craftsmanship comes from years of dedicated work and service to our loyal customers. Specializing in the point of purchase display industry, consumer and food packaging, our work can be seen anywhere from your local convenience store to the largest of big box chains. As an organization, we are committed to innovating our processes and equipment and always seeking top talent to compete with the best in our field.

Mercury offers a dynamic working environment with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.