Maintenance Mechanic - 2nd shift

Job Description

Company Overview:

We are passionate about our employees. We strive to create an environment that is stimulating and motivating and a culture that fosters mutual respect, teamwork, and career development. Come join the Keystone team so we can build your career together!

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Position Details:

Title: Maintenance Mechanic

Schedule: 2nd shift, 3:00 pm - 11:30 pm, M-F

Location: Gibbstown, NJ (08027)

Position Overview:

The Maintenance Mechanic will assist with systematic inspections, testing, detection, correction repairs, preventive maintenance, and machine upgrades on semi-automated high volume chemical mixing and manufacturing equipment. This includes assisting with the timely repair of chemical processing equipment, installation of new equipment, and troubleshooting equipment problems.

Essential Job Functions:

Assist with scheduled cleaning duties and preventative maintenance on building and chemical processing and production equipment

Preventive maintenance will be assigned for both production and facility related equipment activities will include inspections, lubrications, replacements, and periodic small equipment reconditioning

Assist with keeping industrial equipment in good working order

Perform basic/minor repair maintenance on pumps, valves, fluid changes, belt adjustments and replacements, and seal replacements related to chemical processing production equipment

Willingness to learn how to repair both small and large scale chemical processing production equipment such as pumps, compressors, small motors, etc.

Willingness to learn shop fabrication of various materials

In cold weather, salt and shovel sidewalks, driveways, parking areas, and steps as appropriate

Become familiar with the nature of production jobs and learn the basic operation and flow of product through Keystone’s processing system and troubleshoot equipment and process problems

Ad-hoc projects as requested by management

Perform other duties as requested by management

Safety

Adheres to wearing the proper PPE/Safety equipment at all times

Understands and complies with all written safety, health and environmental procedures

Attends all required scheduled Health, Safety and Environmental training sessions

Participates in required Health, Safety and Environmental initiatives and programs

Performs required administrative functions related to Health, Safety and Environmental functions such as completing forms, checklists and log sheets

Maintains the highest level of housekeeping

Qualifications:

0-3 years’ experience as a Maintenance Mechanic/Technician maintaining chemical or food processing equipment

Willingness and ability to be forklift certified and trained on scissor lift.

Ability to work at various heights from ladders, scaffolding, or from a scissor lift. Ability to work in confined areas and outdoors when required.

Mechanically inclined/basic mechanical aptitude

Good oral, written skills with the ability to communicate information to others

Participate in OTJ Training

Capable of working in hot, cold or dusty areas

Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.

Capable of standing, walking, kneeling, etc. for long periods of time

Ability to work longer hours and on weekends, as needed

Desired Skills:

1-2 years’ experience working in a manufacturing environment, preferably chemical or food processing

Knowledge of Pipefitting and Plumbing

Knowledge of pumping, flow, vacuum, pressure

Machine Shop, Welding and/or Metal Fabrication

Carpentry Skills

Knowledge of PLCs

Educations/Certifications:

High School Graduate or GED

Trade School desirable

Physical demands and work environment:

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Physical Demands: Employee is required to walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; balance; stoop; bend; kneel and climb; and lift 50 lbs. on a daily basis.

Work Environment: This position requires one to work both in an office environment and a manufacturing facility. There are varying temperatures. There is a moderate level of noise, heat, dust, dirt, and fumes.

Benefits/Perks:

Medical, RX, Dental, and Vision Plans

Company-sponsored Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Account (FSA) – Medical, Dependent Care, & Commuter

401K Plan with Employer Contribution

Voluntary Term Life/AD&D Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

Accident and Critical Illness Insurance

Pet Insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Tuition Assistance Program

Weekly Pay

Paid Holidays

Employee Referral Bonus Program

Company social events throughout the year including tickets to sports events and concerts

Onsite fitness center