Maintenance Mechanic

JOB PURPOSE

To efficiently perform maintenance and repair on company assembly equipment, machine tools, and assist in maintenance and repair of machining equipment and manufacturing equipment by using cost saving strategies and ensuring Graco quality standards are met.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

·    Perform preventative maintenance and simple repairs of all company-owned machine tools, assembly equipment and Graco owned manufacturing assets.

·    Perform simple testing and minor repair in the area of hydraulics, mechanical elements, electrical and electronics.

·    Promptly respond to customer maintenance requests concerning equipment breakdowns.

·    Troubleshoot issues to determine course of action and consult with Maintenance 2 for advice and assistance as needed.

·    Provide support to departmental personnel as workload dictates.

·    Keep accurate maintenance records.

·    Read and understand drawings and schematics.

·    Order parts/supplies and maintain inventory accuracy.

·    Meet operational requirements and expectations for accuracy of work, while minimizing waste by caring for product, equipment and facilities.

·    Maintain a productive, organized, efficient and team-oriented work environment.

·    Follow all required safety guidelines and utilize the proper personal protective equipment (PPE).

·    Perform other duties as assigned.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Education

·     Associates degree in electrical, electronics, hydraulics, fluid power, robotics or related field.  No experience is required.   

·    High school diploma or equivalent and applicable experience.

Experience

·    1 year industry-related experience – maintenance of high volume machining equipment; lathes, mills, assembly machines.  Or 3-5 years maintenance experience troubleshooting and repairing general mechanical/electrical/hydraulic/pneumatic equipment. 

·    Upon reaching the last step of a Maintenance Mechanic 1, it is not a guarantee to immediately be moved to Maintenance Mechanic 2.  Certain proficiencies must be demonstrated at that higher level.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

·    Basic and general mechanical and electrical aptitude.  Become familiar with Graco specific equipment over time and as experience increases.

·    Understand safety rules and regulations to prevent unsafe set-ups, operations, or acts, which might cause injury to self, others, or the environment.

·    Act as contact and escort for outside suppliers and OEM machine Technicians who perform work in Graco facility.

·    Ability to work independently and as a team.

·    Ability to take work direction and complete tasks in an organized and timely manner.

·    Good written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.