Job description
POSITION SUMMARY:
Perform work to repair and maintain machinery and mechanical equipment such as printing presses, saddle stitcher/trimmers, cutters, folders, motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, heating/air conditioning systems, compressed air systems and related binding/finishing and prepress production machines and equipment.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Observes mechanical devices, equipment and machinery in operation and listens to their
sounds to diagnose machine malfunction and determine need for adjustment, repair or
replacement
Studies blueprints, sketches, machine parts or specifications
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Dismantles machinery or equipment to gain access to and remove defective parts.
- Examines form and texture of parts to detect imperfections
Inspects used parts to determine changes in dimensional requirements
Adjusts functional parts or devices and control instruments
Repairs or replaces defective parts
Installs special functional and structural parts in devices
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Assembles and test operates machinery and equipment to verify correction of malfunction
- Coordinates with manager and assists with production operator’s timely preventative
maintenance and predictive parts replacement and repair
Sets up and operates drill press, grinder, and other metalworking tools to make and repair
parts
Repairs electrical equipment or replaces faulty wiring, switches, or relays, as qualified to
perform
Coordinates for outside services when needed
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Initiates purchase orders for parts, repairs or replacement equipment or pieces
- Monitors paper recycling operations. Does minor repairs and coordinates outside service with
manager for major repairs and operation malfunctions.
Ensures compliance with all applicable OSHA and EPA federal and state rules, regulations,
policies and guidelines and company safety rules in the plant
Perform other duties as assigned
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- The above list of essential functions is not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary.
**Skills and Abilities**
One-year certificate from college or technical school and three to five years of related experience and/or training or any equivalent combination of education and experience
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole number, common fractions and decimals.
Demonstrated skills in leadership, organization and communication are necessary
Ability to anticipate problems and implement appropriate preventative measures
Ability to develop new techniques for work processes
Must be able to give technical direction to others
Ability to redirect to issues as they emerge and reprioritize based on current business conditions
Must possess excellent communication skills and be able to multi-task
**Physical Requirements**
Requires use of proper body mechanics with pushing, pulling, reaching, lifting, squatting, kneeling and bending
Pushing/pulling and lifting up to 50 lbs
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Requires fine motor hand and arm movement, manual dexterity and coordination
Requires near visual acuity
Requires working around and operating departmental equipment
Must be able to access and navigate each department in the facility
Requires the ability to function in a professional manner under stressful circumstances
EMPLOYEE ACKNOWLEDGEMENT: The employee is expected to adhere to all company policies while employed. I have read and understand the contents of this job description.
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You should be proficient in:
- Electrical Troubleshooting Skills
- Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills
- Experience in a Manufacturing Environment
Salary info:
$26 - $30 / hr
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