Manufacturing Mechanic (Second Shift) Position Summary
The Manufacturing Mechanic is responsible for maintaining, repairing, installing, and configuring production equipment within a manufacturing facility. This role performs preventive maintenance, diagnoses equipment malfunctions, completes repairs, and makes necessary adjustments to minimize downtime. Experience with PLC programming and troubleshooting is highly desirable.
This position requires frequent lifting, climbing, standing, walking, crouching, squatting, bending, and kneeling. Weekend, holiday, and overtime work may be required based on operational needs.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform preventive maintenance on production equipment.
- Repair production equipment as needed to maintain operational efficiency.
- Conduct equipment breakdown analysis, diagnose issues, and implement corrective actions.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
- Assist with production line upgrades, equipment installations, and technology improvements.
- Coordinate with external contractors on assigned equipment repairs and projects.
- Perform line changeovers for packaging and production requirements.
- Follow safety procedures, manufacturing standards, and continuous improvement practices.
- Work effectively both independently and within a team environment.
- Maintain regular, reliable, and consistent attendance.
Preferred Qualifications & Skills
- Experience with packaging equipment, case packers, conveyors, gluers, assembly line machinery, or paper converting equipment.
- Knowledge of hydraulic systems, including valves and cylinders.
- Knowledge of pneumatic systems, including valves and cylinders.
- Understanding of basic electrical systems, including starters, fuses, contacts, and relays.
- Experience with mechanical systems such as gearboxes, chains, sprockets, motors, bearings, and seals.
- Familiarity with kinematics and production line speed ratios.
- Experience with PLCs and industrial control systems.
- Experience with servo motors, encoders, and automated motion-control systems.
- Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills.
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and technical drawings.
- Ability to read and apply information from equipment manuals for maintenance and repair activities.
- Experience with manufacturing safety procedures, including lockout/tagout practices.
- General welding experience.
- Experience in high-speed production or packaging environments.
- Hands-on experience with tool design, fabrication, repair, and troubleshooting.
- Ability to perform physically demanding work and lift up to 50 pounds.
Work Environment
- Manufacturing facility setting.
- On-site position.
- Requires physical activity throughout the shift, including lifting, climbing, bending, kneeling, and prolonged standing.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Equal employment opportunities are provided to all employees and applicants without regard to any status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.
You should be proficient in:
- PLC Troubleshooting Skills
- PLC Wiring Experience
- Pneumatics Troubleshooting
- Electrical Schematic Reading
Machines & technologies you'll use:
- Programmable Logic Controller (PLC)
- Conveyor Systems
