Maintenance Mechanic 2nd Shift

ViskoTeepak is a world leader in sales and manufacturing of cellulose, fibrous and plastic casings for the food industry. With our 6 manufacturing and converting plants and our 5 sales offices around the world we employ around 1100 people. ViskoTeepak’s core values are Trust, Ambition & Fun.

Trust is built on credibility, being fair and treating each other with respect. We earn trust by delivering on our promises, which is particularly true for how we manage our business and our people. We have a strong desire to be the best and want to be Ambitious on our road to success. That is why we will walk the extra mile to help our customers and partners to succeed in their business. Fun is created by being successful in achieving your goals and by working with a team of people that you trust and feel connected to. It creates the energy that we need for taking on the next challenge!

Title: Maintenance Mechanic

Reports To: Maintenance Supervisor

Location: Kenosha, WI

Position Summary:

To maintain machinery and building in safe working condition. To improve efficacy of machinery by means of completing preventative and predictive maintenance. To repair downed machinery quickly, completely and in a safe manor.

Essential Functions:

• Perform routine preventive Maintenance activities
• Takes the initiative in finding and implementing efficiency improvements to existing equipment and processes.
• Assist in the installation, start-up and qualification of new equipment, strong analytical and troubleshooting skills, both mechanical and electrical.
• Review equipment technical documentation to update preventative maintenance schedules.
• Analyze maintenance data for the implementation of a predictive maintenance program.
• Maintain detailed records of work performed, parts used, and time spent.
• Set-up and trouble shoot process equipment.
• Work closely with production to quickly resolve technical issues.
• Knowledge of PLC’s, hydraulics, AC/DC, fuses, etc.
• Other duties as assigned
  
  
  

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• In-depth knowledge of plant operations; and functioning of production equipment.
• Ability to independently diagnose and repair equipment problems, as well as recommend long-term solutions.
• A working knowledge of inventory maintenance system is required.
• The ability to initiate and coordinate plant equipment and facilities projects under the direction of the Maintenance Manager is required.
• Ability to machine parts using lathes mills welding equipment according to specifications is required.
• Basic addition, subtraction, multiplication and division, and reading skills; as well as the ability to read and interpret blueprints.
  
  
  

Physical Requirements:

• Must have the ability to lift 50 lbs. and to perform physical activities, such as, but not limited to, lifting, bending, and standing, climbing or walking.
  
  
  

Environmental Conditions

• Air-conditioned/heated facility with adequate lighting.
  
  
  

Good Manufacturing Practices for Food Safety:

All Operations employee are responsible for the safety and quality of ViskoTeepak products. Any and all safety issues must be reported to the supervisor immediately. All employees are advised of this and must be properly trained to perform this job using appropriate sanitation and food safety procedures.

Employment Benefits:

• Competitive Wages
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Coverage
• 401K with Employer Contribution