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Maintenance Mechanic

Husqvarna Outdoor Products, Inc.

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Columbia, SC
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Job Overview:

Job Description:

This person is responsible for utilizing tooling, equipment and materials for preventative and corrective maintenance on all production equipment as well as maintenance and repairs to plant facility. This position is critical for ensuring equipment and facilities are operational for production of diamond blades and bits.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Methods

  • Perform preventative maintenance on equipment and facility systems
  • Trouble shooting and repair all production equipment
  • Installation, relocation and removal of production machines and support services
  • General repairs to building systems
  • Follow company policies to insure compliance of EPA and environmental regulations in the maintenance processes
  • Follow company policies to insure compliance of OSHA safety and health regulations in the maintenance processes

Machinery

  • Organization and selection of proper tooling and materials to fulfill work requirements
  • Maintain specialized knowledge and familiarity with manufacturing equipment operation and facility systems
  • Cleaning of equipment as part of preventative maintenance process
  • General electrical repairs

Measurements

  • Perform quality checks on machinery and facility systems to ensure that repairs are effective
  • Record quality data and preventative maintenance record keeping

Position-specific Competencies

  • Have a high sense of urgency
  • Maintain high level of attention to detail
  • Working cooperatively within team environment
  • Ability to follow established guidelines and processes in a patience and precise manner
  • Anticipates operational problems and offsets negative impact
  • Supports change and innovation
  • Communicates clearly & effectively

CRITICAL FUNCTIONAL SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE

  • Working knowledge of basic industrial math
  • Working knowledge of the metric system of weights and measurements
  • Working knowledge of using micrometer for measurements
  • Working knowledge of using bore gauging and dial indicators
  • Advanced knowledge of machinery repair techniques to include pneumatics, hydraulics and electrical

EDUCATION, ABILITIES & EXPERIENCE

  • High school or equivalent
  • At least 2 years of technical training and experience with concentration in industrial maintenance and electrical repair required
  • Previous working experience in a machinery and facility maintenance environment preferred
  • Ability to lift, push/pull and stand for long periods of time

WORKING CONDITIONS

  • Above average exposure to manufacturing environment
  • Job tasks will require contact with sharp edges on machined components, powdered metal dusts and grime associated with manufacturing operations
  • Must wear PPE in compliance with OSHA regulations
  • Frequently lifting up to 30 lbs. and occasional lifting up to 40 lbs.
  • Occasionally push/pull up to 15 lbs.
  • Walking and standing for long periods of time on concrete floors (full shifts)
  • Daily, weekly, monthly and annual deadlines

We offer:

  • Competitive compensation
  • Benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance at date of hire
  • A 401(k) with matching and no vesting
  • An employee purchase discount on Husqvarna products
  • An education assistance program
  • Paid parental leave
  • 11 Paid holidays
  • Paid vacation and sick time

Husqvarna is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to providing equal opportunity in all of our employment practices, including selection, hiring, assignment, re-assignment, promotion, transfer, compensation, discipline and termination. Husqvarna prohibits discrimination, harassment and retaliation in employment based on race; color; religion; national origin; gender; sexual orientation; pregnancy; age; disability; service member status; or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.

Last date to apply:

We are continuously accepting applications