MAINTENANCE MECHANIC

Overview

The Berry Global facility in Montgomery, Alabama has employment opportunities for Maintenance Mechanics with a pay range of $24.75 - $33.46 per hour (12 hour day and night shifts).  

Berry Global headquartered in Evansville, Indiana is committed to its mission of ‘Always Advancing to Protect What’s Important.’ Berry is a leading global supplier of a broad range of innovative nonwoven, flexible, and rigid products used every day within consumer and industrial end markets. Berry operates over 290 manufacturing facilities worldwide, on six continents, and employs over 48,000 individuals.

At Berry, we pursue excellence in all that we do and are always advancing to improve the way we work along with the products and services we provide. Our culture fosters trust and partnerships through appreciation, acknowledgement, and inclusion. At Berry, we are continuously improving to support our mission and exemplify our values of partnerships, excellence, growth, and safety. To learn more about Berry, visit berryglobal.com. 

Responsibilities

Maintain equipment in a production manufacturing setting by repairing, installing, and servicing various machinery, electrical components, and other production devices.  A Maintenance Mechanic should have experience with basic tools and have a keen eye for identifying and troubleshooting mechanical and electrical problems.  The Maintenance Mechanic will inspect different equipment and perform any basic repairs or preventative maintenance when required.  The ideal candidate will have previous experience in maintenance, be highly skilled with various hand and power tools, and be able to read blueprints and repair manuals.

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Inspects production equipment and components to determine if repairs are warranted; must be able to estimate time required to complete repairs.
• Repairs production equipment or components by troubleshooting problems, identifying the appropriate method of repair, replacing worn parts, and returning the equipment to production while observing the proper safety and housekeeping requirements.
• Troubleshoots, installs, and replaces electrical equipment or components including but not limited to motors, starters, medium and low voltage transformers, breakers, fuses, lights, ballast, switches, sockets, plugs, etc., following manufacturer’s instructions and safety precautions.
• Troubleshoots, installs, and replaces mechanical components including but not limited to bearings, rollers, conveyors belts, couplings and shafts, gears and chain, pulleys and belts, air and hydraulic hoses and fittings, etc., following manufacturer’s instructions and safety precautions.
• Constructs, moves, installs, adjust, and set up plant equipment using the appropriate tools while assuring a safe work environment.
• Utilizes the spare parts and work order management system to log repairs made and parts used.
• Repairs spare equipment in the shop that has been removed from the production lines as required.
• Participates in the spare parts and supply chain process including but not limited to the removal of parts from the storeroom, the return of unused parts, rebuilding of parts, and assisting other mechanics with the locating of spare parts; places necessary tags on parts or components that are to be repaired in the machine shop or sent out for repair.
• Perform facility maintenance functions such as changing lightbulbs, painting, housekeeping, changing A/C filters, changing equipment filters, etc.
• Troubleshoots machine issues and notifies management if additional resources are required.
• Works over regularly scheduled shifts to support emergency repairs and breakdowns.
• Perform other related functions and duties as assigned or required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Must have two (2) years relevant work experience in an applicable trade (mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, plumbing, general electrical, painting, heating, air conditioning, welding, etc.) area.
• Training (or completion of a curriculum) at a technical school or college in electrical, instrumentation, mechanical, plumbing, carpentry, machine tool, engine repair, welding, and/or refrigeration and air conditioning is preferred.
• Must be able to troubleshoot and repair basic mechanical systems including but not limited pneumatic devices and clutch/brake assemblies.
• Must be able to troubleshoot and repair basic electrical systems including but not limited relays, switches, solenoids, and motor starters.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills.
• Must have good vision, eye-hand coordination, and hearing.
• Ability to adhere to Berry’s Safety, Health, and Environmental Vision, Policy, and Standards.
• Ability to work overtime, holidays, weekends, days, or nights for 12 or more hours.  
• Must have manual dexterity involving total wrist action, twisting, pulling, and raising arms at or above shoulder height.
• Ability to work in warm, humid, and cool climates for 12 or more hours per day or night.
• Ability to stand, sit, kneel, bend, stoop, climb, reach, and crawl for prolonged periods of time; ability to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted.
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) which includes safety glasses, safety goggles, hearing protection, steel toe shoes/boots, face shield, apron, and face mask.
• Ability to operate a forklift, maintain a forklift operator license, and operate a hoist.
• Must have the ability to use all required tools (hand, pneumatic, and machine shop).
• Must be able to use electrical and mechanical troubleshooting instruments.
• Must work safely and apply safe work practices at all times. Must maintain a clean work area and support housekeeping effort to maintain a safe work environment.
• Must be able to work well with other maintenance and production employees; may be required to prioritize repairs and tasks to support production needs; will be required to work under time constraints and schedule pressure to complete maintenance, fabrication, or repair activities.
• Must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description within a specified probationary period.