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This job was posted by https://www.kansasworks.com : For more information, please see: https://www.kansasworks.com/jobs/12924579

The Maintenance Mechanic 11 is an Individual Contributor responsible for performing installation, preventative maintenance & repairs on all plant equipment and facilities including machinery, presses, shears, welders, mechanical clutches, drive trains, etc.

Essential Functions

• Performs and logs new installations of equipment, including high and low voltage systems, and repairs/replacements of worn parts including fabrication of fixtures
• Conducts daily, weekly, and monthly inspections throughout the plant to ensure all equipment is operating properly
• Performs general maintenance tasks including buildings, grounds, (snow removal), etc.
• Completes diagnosis, testing, disassembly, inspecting, precise measuring, repair and re-assembly of plant equipment or components
• Uses troubleshooting aids, such as volt, ohm and amp meters, and any other tool used to diagnose equipment to interpret readings
• Supports manufacturing demands including working during non-peak hours (e.g., off-shifts, weekends, etc.) as required/assigned)
• Supports Lean Manufacturing initiatives
• Ability to wear all required personal protective equipment (PPE) and work both in a non-temperature-controlled environment and outdoors
• Other duties as required and/or assigned

Important Details about the Role

• Must display an aptitude for problem solving and the ability to plan for or around future needs or problems

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Working Conditions & Physical Efforts:

Work is performed in both an outdoor and indoor shop environment. This position will be exposed to all hazards located at manufacturing sites including noise, fumes, excessive heat/cold, dust, welding arc, all chemicals associated with the manufacturing areas, smoke, and confined spaces. Environment is fast paced and demanding most of the time.The job requires safety glasses, hearing protection, and metatarsal safety shoes be worn at all times. The employee must be able to spend the entire work shift on their feet within the shop environment. The incumbent must also be able to wear the required personal protective equipment (PPE) for working in the production facility.

Hazards:

This job requires handling metal objects some of which have sharp edges. Extreme care and awareness should be taken for all production jobs. Below are some common hazards that exist for this particular position. Set up and run of equipment provides the potential for injury through slips, falls, strains, pinch points, tripping hazards, shot blasting equipment, high pressure air nozzles, material handling equipment.