East- Maintenance Mechanic-2nd Shift

Job Title: Maintenance Mechanic

Reports To: Maintenance Supervisor - Richard Dhondt

Location: East Plant, Columbus, Indiana

Manager: GJ Kelly

Job : #25-0886

Maintenance mechanics install, repair, and maintain machinery and equipment. Responsibilities also include building and maintaining mechanical systems, and involve the use of a variety of hand and power tools.

• Receive work orders that may include drawings, specifications, and instructions covering scheduled and emergency repair, installation, and inspection work to be done.
• Read and interpret drawings (some electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic).
• Repair equipment/components without the use of drawings, specifications, and/or instructions.
• Plan and perform work requiring a thorough knowledge of mechanical principles, and principles of operation and application of equipment.
• Adhere to all safety regulations and report any hazards that may compromise a safe workplace.

• Experience in the trade working with industrial automation or a degree in Industrial Maintenance Technology or related field.
• Experience with electrical and electronic tools and gauges.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings (some electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic).
• Knowledge of hand tools, drill press, lathe and mill, electric drills, welding (MIG required, TIG and Stick also preferred), pipe threading machine, acetylene torch, soldering iron, etc.
• General manufacturing experience.
• Ability to work closely with supervision and fellow employees.
• Must be able to work overtime as needed, and also work every other weekend and holidays if required.
• Knowledge of mechanical tools, combination squares, precision measuring equipment, electronic test equipment, and other common tools.
• Able to sit, kneel, squat or bend for long periods.
• Able to walk and/or stand for extended periods.
• Lift 50 lbs. repeatedly if necessary.
• Able to use common hand or power tools.
• Able to grasp and manipulate small objects such as screws, rivets, wire terminals, etc.

• Ability to lift heavy equipment (up to 50 lbs or more).
• Manual dexterity for handling tools and machinery.
• Stamina for standing, bending, and working in tight spaces.
• Physical strength for equipment repairs and heavy lifting.
• Comfort with working in noisy and sometimes hazardous environments.

• Strong problem‑solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot mechanical issues.
• Attention to detail to identify malfunctions and defects.
• Technical knowledge of machinery, electrical systems, and maintenance procedures.
• Ability to read technical manuals, blueprints, and schematics.
• Quick decision‑making ability under pressure.

• Seniority Level: Entry Level
• Employment Type:
  
  Full-time
• Job Function:
  Management and Manufacturing
• Industry: Machinery Manufacturing