Overview

A successful Operator Mechanic will be able to set up, monitor, and adjust machinery or equipment to ensure it operates correctly, safely, and efficiently during production.

**Responsibilities **

Under supervision, perform simple repairs and preventive maintenance
Assist in repairs and modification of equipment
Must be able to read diagrams and manufacturers’ manuals
Must have thorough understanding of Forming equipment
Perform other duties or tasks required by supervisor
Tweaking, trouble shooting, and maintenance of equipment in Forming HP
Assist other team members as needed

Qualifications

Must have a High School Diploma or GED
Should possess basic mechanical skills
Must be capable of working in hot, dusty areas
Must be capable of standing for long periods of time
Must be able to frequently lift and carry 25 lbs. and occasionally up to 50 lbs
Must have basic troubleshooting abilities
Must have good communication skills
Must have basic computer and math skills
Must be able to read basic English
Must be able to work with machine shop tools
Due to fluctuating production levels employees may be asked to work beyond normally scheduled work hours or less than normally scheduled work hours. Employees may be required to work weekends or partial weekends on a scheduled basis. You may also be called in during non-scheduled hours.
Regularly required to stand, sit, move about facility, climb stairs, bend, twist, kneel, crouch or crawl, use hands and fingers to touch, handle, or feel objects, tools and controls, grasp, push, pull, reach with hands and arms, lift above shoulder level. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

You should be proficient in:

Equipment Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Skills
Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills
Food and Beverage Manufacturing
Machine Setups for Production Runs
Thermoforming Experience
Blueprint Reading

Machines & technologies you'll use:

Roll Forming Machine
Thermoforming Machine