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MAINTENANCE MECHANIC

Regular Full-TimeIndirect Hourly

Wilmington, MA,

The Industrial Maintenance Mechanic will perform diagnostics and repairs regarding mechanical aspects of machines and equipment. Must be able to disassemble, repair and reassemble machines and equipment with minimal-to-no instructions. Routinely, performs complex mechanical assignments. This position is responsible for supporting production by redesigning, modifying, repairing and installing industrial machinery.

The mechanic shall also repair, maintain, replace, install and test systems for machines and equipment. Inspects equipment and diagnoses trouble or malfunctions. Analyzes equipment failures, determines root cause and makes necessary adjustments. Applies advanced working knowledge and experience to independently improve maintenance techniques and operations. The role requires the above to be accomplished within Tecomet’s principles of continuous improvement, customer-driven innovation and a win-first culture, while meeting company financial and other performance metrics.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Troubleshoot mechanical machine failures by disassembly and inspection of components.

• Utilize technical documentation (prints, manuals, specifications, etc.) to aid in troubleshooting.

• Determine root cause of failure and correct condition to prevent reoccurrence while reducing mean time to repair (MTTR).

• Review previous failure modes to aid in discovery of root cause.

• Coordinate with outside vendors and contractors to determine cost and availability of components.

• Repair failure by examining alternative methods of repair or application.

• Follow up on repairs with observation and monitoring of equipment after it is in service to confirm successful repairs.

• Manage all phases of repair projects from origination to completion.

• Develop, document, and perform preventive and predictive maintenance tasks to maximize mean time between failures (MTBF).

• Identify proper lubrication, techniques, and time intervals for equipment.

• Perform alignment checks and mechanical clearances as necessary to ensure proper operation.

• Research, develop, and document critical spare parts for equipment.

• Provide guidance to management and engineering on capital equipment investments.

• Provide guidance to other maintenance personnel.

• Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

• Write routine reports and correspondence, and also be able to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization.

• Add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

• Apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.

• Maintain confidentiality.

• Work in conjunction with and support outside suppliers and contractors.

• Work well under pressure and to remain flexible to changing schedules and demands.

• Additional duties as requested by management.

Qualification Requirements

Educational/Training Requirement:

• Highschool diploma or GED

Experience:

• Directly related experience in a comparable role with 5+ years’ experience.

Licenses/Certifications:

• Forklift operator’s license is a plus.

• Aerial Lift certification is desirable.

• Driver’s License is required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Excellent organizational, communication, project management and interpersonal skills

• Ability to work independently and exercise judgment

• Advanced knowledge of industrial machinery operation, bearings, gears, drives, power transmission, metal fabrication, tool room machining, and heat treatment of components.

• Knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic equipment and systems.

• Knowledge and use of test equipment such as die penetrant.

• Knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, lubrication and electrical drawings and schematics.

• Proficient mechanical and trouble shooting skills.

• Knowledge of TPM principles and practices.

Other Requirements

Mental Requirements:

The work environment is representative and typical of similar jobs in comparable organizations.

Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee could be required to stand. The employee could frequently be required to walk; use hand to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee could be required to sit; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee could occasionally lift and or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job could include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision and ability to adjust focus.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA):

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer/Protected/ Veterans/Disabilities/Drug Free Workplace

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees, and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the Company.