What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mechanic Welder position at The Honolulu Advertiser?
MAIN FUNCTION
Maintains production and quality by ensuring operation of machinery and mechanical equipment.
Duties And Responsibilities
Maintains production and quality by ensuring operation of machinery and mechanical equipment.
Duties And Responsibilities
- 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.
- Conserves maintenance resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results.
- Provides mechanical maintenance information by answering questions and requests.
- 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.
- Assist with improved quality and efficiencies in the Maintenance Department.
- Must be able to work individually or as a team member.
- Must be able to handle multiple tasks.
- Must be able to communicate effectively.
- High School Diploma or GED required.
- Strong mechanical skills and aptitude
- Must pass a Mechanical Skills Certification Test, and Welding Exam.
- Twelve (12) months of related experience in a manufacturing facility preferred
- Must Have a Valid Drivers License