Mechanical Technician

Mechanical Technician

Location(s):
Kearny, NJ, US,  Function:
Manufacturing Audience:
Hourly Work Arrangement:
On Site

Job Purpose:

Maintains production and quality by ensuring operation of machinery and mechanical equipment.

Duties:

• 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.

Minimum Requirements:

• Technical degree preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and P&.
• Ability to maintain precision measurements.
• Basic computer knowledge and skills.
• Ability to read, write and communicate in English.
• Strong knowledge of LTT, energy control procedures and safe working procedures.
• PLC and AC/DC drive experience.
• Must have experience with fusing, thermal overload protection, wiring size, motor theory, pneumatics, hydraulics, and mechanical gear.
• Must have knowledge of basic electrical code.
• Must be prepared to wear all required company PPE: composite toe shoes, hearing protection, hard hats, safety glasses.
• Ability to work weekends, nights and on a 12-hour shift rotation.
• Ability to work in a hot or cold and outdoor environment.
• Must be eligible to work in the U.S. on a permanent basis.