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Maintenance Mechanical - Southport, NC
Position Overview:
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:
Position Overview:
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. o Ability to read and interpret equipment drawings, user manuals, and computerized data archives.
- Computer Skills:
- Basic competency in office applications such as MS Office. o Ability to learn and utilize maintenance support systems like Maximo with minimal training.
- 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.
- 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:
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- 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.
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