Plant Maintenance Mechanic (Night Shift 7p-7:30a)

• Ensures operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements on engines, motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, and production machines; following diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer's instructions, and engineering specifications; troubleshooting malfunctions. 

• Locates sources of problems by observing mechanical devices in operation; listening for problems; using precision measuring and testing instruments. 

• Removes defective parts by dismantling devices; using hoists, cranes, and hand and power tools; examining form and texture of parts. 

• Determines changes in dimensional requirements of parts by inspecting used parts, using rules, calipers, micrometers, and other measuring instruments. 

• Adjusts functional parts of devices and control instruments by using hand tools, levels, plumb bobs, and straightedges. 

• Controls downtime by informing production workers of routine preventive maintenance techniques; monitoring compliance. 

• Fabricates repair parts by using machine shop instrumentation and equipment. 

• Maintains equipment, parts, and supplies inventories by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed equipment, parts, and supplies; placing and expediting orders; verifying receipt. 

• Conserves maintenance resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results. 

• Provides mechanical maintenance information by answering questions and requests. 

• Prepares mechanical maintenance reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends. 

• Maintains technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing technical publications; establishing personal networks. 

• Maintains continuity among work teams by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs. 

• Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations. 

• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed. 

Key Success Factors for Position 

• Takes direction from and immediately responds to business requests from General Manager of Ag Operations, President, or another Executive manager.  

• Seeks continuous improvements for Standlee equipment and machinery.  Supports positive changes in equipment for improving overall efficiency and quality of Standlee product. 

• Fosters open and effective communication. Creates an atmosphere in which timely and high-quality information flows smoothly between self and others; encourages the open expression of ideas and opinions. 

• Communicates effectively (verbal, written, presentation) to all levels of the organization. 

Experiences / Education Requirements 

• GED and or High School and or one year of job-related experiences. 

• Equipment Maintenance, Technical Understanding, Technical Zeal, Deals with Uncertainty, Basic Safety, Power Tools, Attention to Detail, Flexibility, Supervision, Job Knowledge, Productivity 

Working Conditions 

Usually work a regular 40-hour week, but some Overtime may be required. Work in workshops, factories and office buildings. May work in noisy and dirty conditions, work with machinery that can be dangerous and needs to be handled with care.