Mechanic

MECHANIC / PRODUCTION TECHNICIAN

JOB TITLE: Mechanic/Production Technician

REPORTS TO: Shop Supervisor Mechanics or Shop Supervisor Production Laborers (as assigned)

MAJOR FUNCTION:

Performs a variety of Shop functions including machine mechanics and production labor as assigned.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Tests equipment electrically and verifies it will function correctly
• Strips machines for electrical
• Services, repairs and maintains shop tools
• Performs machining and welding
• Reconditions process, plastics and centrifugal equipment
• Makes crates and skids when needed
• Keeps equipment and work areas clean and orderly.
  
  

QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• High School Graduate
• Extensive electrical skills
• 3-4 years general shop experience including warehouse equipment, forklifts and cranes
• Ability to use warehouse tools, lathes, drill presses, gas torches, etc. with proper safety techniques
• Ability to read general information and follow directions
• Mechanically inclined
  
  

PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS:

• Ability to complete assigned tasks
• Able to prioritize
• Patience
• Gets along well with others
• Actively works to improve employee safety and health
• Able to project company values at all times
  
  

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS:

• Reports directly to the Production Laborer, Welder & Mechanic Supervisor (as assigned)
  
  

LIFTING REQUIREMENTS: 75 lbs. (minimum)