Plant Mechanic - Capital - Per Diem Eligible; SIB

Job Summary

MOR PPM Inc. is seeking plant mechanics in Spruce Pines, NC. The Plant Mechanics will install and/or maintain machinery and equipment according to layout plans, blueprints, drawings, and written instructions in industrial establishments. Current Tappisafe Basic candidates preferred.

• Reads blueprints and schematic drawings to determine work procedures; dismantles machines; moves machinery and equipment.
• Assembling and installing machines then testing them to make sure they are working correctly.
• Must work in full compliance with the approved safety regulations.
• Managing the layout and placement of equipment and machinery in factory settings to ensure minimum downtime.
• Identifying and repairing problematic parts of a machine by running tests, making temporary repairs, or installing new parts.
• Dismantling older machines and replacing them with new ones.
• Overseeing preventive maintenance by identifying and correcting potential issues, removing worn out pieces and lubricating mechanical parts.
• Using machinery or equipment, such as forklifts, to move mechanical parts.
• Assembles and installs equipment, such as shafting, conveyors, pumps, compressors, extruders, turbines and blowers; aligns machines and equipment using reverse alignment method; assembles machines and bolts, welds, rivets or otherwise fastens them to foundation or other structures; may operate engine lathe to grind, file and turn machine parts to dimensional specifications; may repair and lubricate machines and equipment; may be involved in the grouting activity for equipment base plates.
• Performs any other duties assigned by supervisor.
• Performs all work in a safe and efficient manner and keeps work area in a clean and orderly condition.

Preferred: 4 years work experience as an industrial plant mechanic or has successfully completed a curriculum closely related to plant mechanic work from a vocational institution with 2 years’ experience.

• Must be able to complete hiring paperwork electronically through Docu Sign.
• May be required to lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Must possess enough strength and stamina to perform the technical duties and essential functions as identified above.
• Must be able to move in and around confined spaces and uneven areas.
• Must have full range of motion consistent with age.
• Must be able to climb and maintain balance on ladders.
• Must be able to adequately hear and respond to voice commands and alerts from other employees, alarms and other job-related noises.
• Visual acuity, depth perception, and color discrimination consistent with that required to work at heights and on uneven surfaces.
• Safety/Steel toe shoes are required.

Veterans/Disabled.