Maintenance Mechanical - Southport, NC

Maintenance Mechanic - Southport, NC

The Maintenance Mechanic is a key member of the maintenance team, responsible for supporting plant-wide maintenance activities to ensure equipment reliability and optimal functionality. This role requires hands-on work with critical equipment and adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and all applicable Safety and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). The position demands flexibility to provide 24/7 support when necessary.

Qualifications:

• Experience:
  • Minimum of 10 years of industrial mechanical maintenance experience required.
  • A technical degree is preferred but not mandatory.
• Technical
  
  Skills:
  • Proficient in mechanical diagnosis and repair. Ability to read and interpret equipment drawings, user manuals, and computerized data archives.
• Computer
  
  Skills:
  • Basic competency in office applications such as MS Office. Ability to learn and utilize maintenance support systems like Maximo with minimal training.

Key Responsibilities:

• Troubleshoot and resolve equipment breakdowns to restore operations efficiently.
• Perform preventive maintenance on both new and existing equipment and assist in developing maintenance schedules.
• Collaborate with fellow mechanics and technicians to complete tasks as needed.
• Work with maintenance support and stockroom personnel to ensure proper documentation of parts transactions.
• Participate in root cause analysis (RCA) teams to identify and resolve equipment failures.
• Assist in the checkout and startup of new equipment.
• Contribute to plant reliability initiatives to improve equipment performance and reduce downtime.

Physical and Environmental Requirements:

• Ability to climb stairs, lift heavy objects, sit or stand for extended periods, bend, kneel, and work at heights.
• Must be respirator-qualified and capable of working in all environmental conditions, including extreme temperatures and dusty environments.
• Flexibility to work shifts, overtime, and on-call schedules as required.

Skills and Attributes:

• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills to work effectively with operators and management.
• Commitment to maintaining a safe and compliant work environment.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Participate in plant safety programs and adhere to all safety regulations.
• Provide feedback on preventive maintenance schedules and job steps to the Maintenance Planner.
• Support the documentation and standardization of parts inventory across departments.
• This role offers the opportunity to work in a challenging and dynamic industrial environment, where the Maintenance Mechanic will play a critical role in ensuring the reliability and efficiency of plant operations.