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.