Description

The Zildjian Company has been synonymous with setting the standard for the development and manufacture of high-performance musical instruments since 1623. As the world’s leading maker of cymbals, drumsticks, and percussion mallets, Zildjian products are sold across the globe, under the Zildjian and Vic Firth brands, and are the standard to which all other cymbals, drumsticks and mallets are measured. From the beginner to the world’s greatest rock stars, jazz performers and concert percussionists, amateurs and pros alike chose Zildjian and Vic Firth products to allow them to experience and share the joy of music.

Headquartered in Norwell, Massachusetts with offices in Los Angeles, CA and London, UK, Zildjian products are sold globally through distributors and via a network of dealers. All Zildjian products are made in the USA at our cymbal factory in Norwell, MA and drumstick/mallet factory in Newport, ME.

The Culture: Our team is at the heart of our culture. We value family, innovation, and accountability. We strive to hire and develop the best and foster a culture of collaboration, communication, and transparency. We are a driven and hardworking group of individuals that have a lot of fun growing these brands!

Maintenance Mechanic - We need an individual to fill a 3rd shift position. The hours are Monday - Friday 8 hours (11pm -7AM). This position reports to the Plant Engineer and will handle all around maintenance and machinist functions, as well as perform fabrication of factory equipment parts. The ideal candidate will assist with installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing equipment within the factory as well as any maintenance of the building and grounds. Minimum of seven (7) years’ experience. High School Diploma required. Associates degree or training from Vocational school preferred.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Performs all around maintenance and machinist functions and perform fabrication of plant equipment parts.

Assist in installing, maintaining, troubleshooting and repairing equipment within the factory as well as any maintenance of the building and grounds.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Troubleshoot programmable controllers, electronics, circuit analysis, mechanics, hydraulics, and pneumatics.
• Read and interpret electrical and mechanical drawings
• Diagnose and analyze difficult operating malfunctions and prioritize major, extensive or emergency repairs
• Use electrical test equipment as needed for repair and troubleshooting.
• Assist in setting up predictive and preventative maintenance programs and performs timely equipment inspections to insure proper operation and safety compliance of manufacturing equipment.
• Repair and rebuild electrical and mechanical components.
• Participate in continuous improvement in safety, quality and housekeeping
• Communicate clearly maintenance situations from one shift to another, including Plant Engineer
• Organize and execute tasks regarding preventative maintenance items, changing filters, grinding rollers etc.
• Installation, modification and fabrication of equipment and systems to meet production needs and schedules - motors, transformers, lights, generators, circuits, and basic components.
• Plant wide accountabilities for operational aspects including progress toward quality and production goals
• Facilities maintenance work including snow removal and other duties.
• Have the ability to be creative and make parts as needed for repairs on equipment.
• Ability to work individually on projects and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Other duties as assigned by Plant Engineer - shop clean up, general maintenance, facilities support, production

Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work under minimal supervision.Reports to Plant Engineer.

EDUCATION, TRAINING and/or EXPERIENCE: Minimum of 7 years of experience in industrial electrical-mechanical maintenance and troubleshooting.Experience with repair of equipment including mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic and automated manufacturing equipment.High school education required.Experience or training from a vocational school or as an apprentice or journeyman preferredPrecise measuring, using instruments and tools.Experience working with hand tools, power tools, and electronic test equipment.Strong working knowledge of job site safety as well as the ability to complete company specific safety training.Must be able to work independently as well as in a team environment.

TECHNICAL SKILLS, CERTIFICATES, and/or LICENSES: Understand schematic diagrams, blueprints, and other specifications. Trade school or a specific credential preferred in an area of expertise. (Programmable controllers, welding, electrical etc)

Mental and visual reasoning needed.Concentration required for intense and complex work. Good judgment needed

Must have strong verbal and written communication skills.

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS and/or PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Specific to the assigned area or work area needed. Physical - continuous standing and moving needed.Frequent lifting, stretching, pushing, pulling, carrying or shoveling needed in job.Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds. Solid working knowledge of computers.Styeline preferred.Ability to work inside and outside during hot and cold tempatures.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY (If Applicable): This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.