Lead Maintenance Mechanic Job Pecos area,Texas USA,Manufacturing / Production

Description

Superior Weighting Products is seeking a Lead Maintenance Mechanic in Pecos, TX. The Lead Maintenance Mechanic, reports to the Plant Manager and is responsible for leading, cleaning, maintaining, fabricating, rebuilding, and repairing SWP plant equipment with the goal of ensuring minimal plant downtime. The Maintenance Mechanic will also be required to assist plant production personnel and management with other production-related activities as needed.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Performs scheduled lubrication, maintenance, and clean-up (as directed) for all plant equipment.

Repairs all plant equipment within the scope of his/her skill level.

Welds and fabricates chutes, hoppers, piping, equipment supports, and other plant equipment and machinery.

Assists plant production personnel, when and as requested by Company management.

Timely performs mill rebuilds to reduce mill downtime.

Maintains and updates required maintenance records for plant equipment.

Reviews, tracks, and immediately reports to plant management any/all issues with plant equipment that could impact production processes, output, deadlines, workplace safety, and/or product quality.

Responsible for housekeeping of the tool storage area, the shop area, any work area after the overhaul or repair of equipment or any fabrication projects, lube/oil storage area, diesel tank area, air compressor area, front drive area, and performs break-room clean up, when and as requested.

Maintains, troubleshoots and tests plant equipment, machinery and components.

Identifies replacement parts for plant equipment and researches and makes recommendations for procurement, when and as needed.

Loads bulk or flatbed trucks, when and as needed.

Performs all duties safely in accordance with Company procedures and applicable safety requirements.

Supports and participates in the Company’s Quality Management System.

Performs all other duties as assigned by the Operations Manager or other Company management.

QUALIFICATIONS:

High School Diploma or GED;
Technical Degree in mechanical repair or other relevant field is a plus.

At least five (5) years of prior relevant maintenance-related work experience; prior work experience involving mill maintenance would be highly advantageous.

Prior experience working in an MHSA-regulated environment is a plus.

Crane operator certification and work experience is essential.

Prior welding work experience is required.

Forklift operation certification and work experience is essential.

Valid driver’s license and the maintenance of a driving record satisfactory to the Company.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:

Thorough knowledge of mechanical power transmissions, crushers, conveyor belts, Raymond mills, front end loaders, forklifts, bagging machines and basic fabrication concepts.

Ability to operate, maintain, rebuild, and troubleshoot plant equipment used by the Company and to utilize power and manual tools required for the position.

Knowledge of mechanical equipment design and general maintenance techniques.

Superior trouble-shooting and problem-solving skills.

Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate with a wide variety of audiences.

Highly self-motivated and directed.

Willingness and aptitude to learn unfamiliar mechanical equipment, tools, and machinery and to stay informed of new technologies.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

None. However, the Maintenance Mechanic should expect to be called upon to lead, mentor, and train others and to participate in work team assignments.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Will work in a plant and warehouse environment with regular exposure to heat, humidity, inclement weather, excessive noise, electrical hazards and hazardous materials, including products, chemicals, components, and tools used in the repair and…