Performs a variety of duties to disassemble, inspect, repair, measure and assemble products and subassemblies to bring them up to specification standards. Additionally, sets up and operates machine tools, fits and assembles parts to make or repair metal parts, mechanisms, tools, or machines. Products supported include high speed separator, decanter, WHE units, pump, and valve for our internal and external customers
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF POSITION:
Performs equipment receipt, uncrates, cleans, strips and tears down units (Mechanic Non PHE) Inspects, repairs, services, tests and packages following the companies policies, procedures, quality standards/ISO and Safety guidelines Works from drawings, parts lists, blueprints, charts, tables and graphs to evaluate and assist in estimating repair costs, time and materials or parts needed to repair assemblies and subassemblies Follows the quality plan per job to repair product Diagnoses, checks and corrects mechanical functions through adjustments, using various tools and approved repair methods Sets up and operates test stands and related equipment as required Records written test results on appropriate test documents Paints, packs, crates, and documents shipment of units, parts and materials Moves material inside shop as needed (using forklifts, cranes, etc.) Recognizes and communicates the need for replenishment of supplies, tools, needed repair parts and other facility needs to supervision in a timely manner Keeps work area and surrounding equipment clean and organized. Performs housekeeping as required at the facility to maintain a professional presentation – (follows 5S guidelines) Sets up and balances rotating equipment using approved balancing methods as required May be asked to perform some field service work from time to time (not frequent or required) Active participant in ALPS meetings Reconstructs parts using manual machining equipment and utilizing mechanical machinist/engineering principles
Determines dimensions and tolerances of piece(s) to be machined
Determines sequence of operations and machines required by studying specifications, such as blueprint, sketch, damaged part or description of part.
Plans, sets up and executes assignments using machine tools ranging from drills, lathes to milling machines.
Independently identifies, selects adjusts, tools, jaws and fixtures appropriate for the repair
Utilizes precision measuring instruments to check accuracy of work.
ORGANIZATIONAL COMPONENTS
The Mechanic reports to the Service Center Manager or Supervisor. Must work unsupervised performing job responsibilities as trained and instructed. Works effectively in a strong team environment; continually seeking ways to improve repair process and technique (continuous improvement). Cooperates with team leads (or designee) and must be able to interact in a professional manner with administrative staff and co-workers.
KEY PERFORMANCE MEASURES:
Safety
First run yield issues (productivity - amount of rework)
Shop Order Variances
Completing jobs within standard timeframes
End result high quality output according to company standards
KEY COMPETENCIES NEEDED:
F1: Concern for Excellence – Committed to the achievement and maintenance of quality; sets high standards of performance for self and others.
F2: Customer Service Orientation – Concerned to provide a prompt, efficient and personalized service to clients; goes out of way to ensure that individual customer needs are met.
B3: Building and Maintaining Relationships – Able to establish and maintain relationships with people at all levels; puts other at ease; promotes harmony and consensus through diplomatic handling of disagreements and potential conflict.
B5: Flexibility – Adaptable; receptive to new ideas; willing and able to adjust to changing demands and circumstance
B2: Teamwork – Co-operates and works well with others in the pursuit of team goals; shares information; supports others.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND CERTIFICATION/REGISTRATION DESIRED:
Education (degree or years) and/or Certification/Registration:
High School degree or Equivalent.
Type and Length of Experience:
Typically 2-3 years machine shop / manual repair environment - preferred
Experience operating fork lift trucks, hand pallet jacks and overhead cranes.
Experience with vibration analyzing / balancing equipment a plus
Machine shop training in mechanics, shop mathematics, metal properties and layout, machining procedures and complicated blue prints / drawings - preferred
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Attributes Desired in Candidate:
Ability to perform own setups of jaws, fixtures and tooling
Experience using a variety of precision measuring tools including micrometers, bore gauges, venires, taper gauges and dial indicators
Working knowledge of both metric and English measurement systems
Demonstrated ability to read and understand complicated blue prints, drawings, sketches and work instructions
Demonstrated good mechanical aptitude
Demonstrated ability to diagnose mechanical problems
Basic computer knowledge and MS office suite (clocking in and out, scanning bar codes, photos)
PHYSICAL & ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS:
Physical Requirements (lifting, climbing, standing, equipment and/or motor vehicle use):
Must be able to lift and carry 60 lbs. as required.
Must wear company supplied uniforms and maintain professional business presentation
Environmental Factors (hazardous materials, work location, work surfaces, exposure):
Typical shop environment and machinery – concrete floors. See site specific MSDS information
OTHER REQUIREMENTS (i.e., travel, signing of Non-Competition and/or Invention Agreements):
Signing Invention and Confidentiality Agreement required
Travel may be requested for field service work (not a requirement)
