Maintenance Mechanic

The Job Network
North, RI Full Time
POSTED ON 10/7/2024 CLOSED ON 11/1/2024

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On Time Staffing is looking for a Maintenance Mechanicto join our team at a large manufacturing company in North Kingstown, RI! Hiring immediately!

Starting pay rate: $19-$26 per hour

Shifts:

Job Description: Maintenance mechanics 1 performs preventive maintenance and troubleshooting. They check system functionality by running diagnostic tests and use power and hand tools to install new systems and replace defective parts. MM – 1 will install, changeover, maintain, and repair plant equipment (either processing, packaging, or support equipment) to optimize safety, quality and productivity.

Essential Functions

Perform regular and preventive maintenance on equipment to eliminate unscheduled downtime.

Perform changeovers in an efficient and timely manner.

Detect malfunctions through observation (sound or visual).

Run diagnostic tests to ensure system functionality.

Perform emergency repairs.

Choose appropriate materials based on mechanical needs.

Align and calibrate machine parts.

Fabricate materials or rebuild parts to maintain and upgrade equipment as required.

Take corrective action as required by initiated work orders through the Proteus System or as circumstances dictate and write new work orders to account for unplanned corrective maintenance time.

Interpret basic blueprints, schematics, and exploded parts diagrams.

Initiate purchase of required parts, and materials to support asset care program.

Use proper lockout/tagout, confined space, and hot works permits to maintain a safe environment and comply with EHS regulatory procedures.

Make recommendations for equipment upgrades and modifications, as well as mechanical safety procedures.

Upgrade skills and knowledge as equipment and technology develops.

Perform all work to reflect a personal commitment to quality, craftsmanship and job ownership.

Notify Supervisor of mechanical breakdowns that will take ten (10) minutes or more to repair.

Become familiar with PLC's (Programmable Logic Controls) and ladder logic.

Report health/safety hazards to Maintenance Manager and/ or EHS Department and make appropriate repairs.

Participate in team process and maintain good customer, supplier, and employee relationships.

Perform all work in accordance with GMP's, housekeeping, good safety practices, and environmental regulations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The employee is regularly required to be mobile in order to make rounds on the production floor and remain visible in the work area.

The employee is regularly required to operate power tools, hand tools, and ensure that the machines remain operational.

The employee is regularly required to reach with hands and arms in order to weld, grind, and remove/install valves and gearboxes.

The employee is regularly required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl in order to repair machines, broken chains, and to lift heavy items.

The employee is regularly required to communicate with operators and supervision.

The employee is regularly required to listen to machinery for abnormal sounds while performing preventative maintenance and walk-arounds.

The employee is regularly required to work in confined areas, elevated areas, often in difficult or strained positions.

The employee may/will be required to climb ladders up to 30 feet high and perform work at this height.

The employee is exposed to unpleasant smell for burned wiring, lubricants, ammonia, and chlorine.

The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds without assistance and occasionally lift over 50 pounds with assistance (i.e. lift with another person or with equipment).

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. These vision requirements are needed in order to inspect machinery for the preventive maintenance program.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to:

Wet, cold and/or humid conditions.

Moving mechanical parts.

Extreme UV lights occasionally. ( No OSHA Requiremnts on this)

High, precarious places inside/outside facility. ( Will need Fall protection/Harness )

Fumes or airborne particles. ( May need medical evaulation for face mask)

Toxic or caustic chemicals. May need medical evaulation for face mask)

I.T / Scissor Lifts vehicles (battery operated) ( Scissor lift training)

Outdoor environmental conditions (Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall).

Extreme cold.

Extreme heat - confined space entry may be hot. ( Need training for confine spaces)

Electrical shock. Training in Electrical Lockout / Tagout

Noise levels at, above or below dBA of 85. ( willed ear protection)

Requirements And Skills

High school diploma, GED, Trade or Vocational School education preferred.

Previous experience as a maintenance mechanic - 1 or similar role (3 – 5 years preferred).

Practical mind, mechanical aptitude and strong attention to detail.

Working/ Hands on Knowledge of pneumatics, hydraulics and mechanical systems.

Ability to stand for long hours ( > 8) and lift heavy loads ( >50lbs.) in changeable environmental settings.

Intermediate to advanced computer skills.

Above average problem-solving and organizational skills.

Ability to make quick decisions to avoid downtime.

Bi-Lingual (Spanish/English) a plus.

Benefits of working with us:

Competitive pay

Room to advance to skilled positions w/ higher pay

Training provided

401k Retirement Plan

Weekly pay

Referral Bonus

Call401-578-5744 for more information!

We offer a $50 referral bonus.Refer your friends and family and if hired and work 80 hours, you will earn the bonus!

On Time Staffingis an Equal Opportunity Employer and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, reproductive health decision-making, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran or military status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. PandoLogic. Keywords: Maintenance Mechanic, Location: North Kingstown, RI - 02852

Salary : $19 - $26

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