Maintenance Mechanic 1st Class
Job Description
Job Description
Position Title: Maintenance Mechanic
Department: Engineering
Reports to: Engineering Supervisor
Job Summary:
Performs scheduled/unscheduled maintenance, repairs and installation tasks on the
physical plant, equipment and machinery, according to standards.
Primary Job Duties:
▪ Answer trouble calls to production equipment.
▪ Perform preventative maintenance routines as assigned.
▪ Complete assigned work request repairs.
▪ Complete all related forms and paperwork prior to end of shift.
▪ Maintain shop and shop equipment in a clean and safe condition.
▪ Ensure all equipment is in a sanitary condition after performing work prior
to release back to Production department.
▪ Test runs all equipment after any repairs or P.M.’s.
▪ Maintain minimum tool list. Carry tools to all calls.
▪ Practices and complies with all company policies and procedures (EEO,
Sexual Harassment, Safety, GMP’s, etc.) including safety and work rules.
▪ Safety:
o Lock out all equipment prior to beginning work or removing
guards.
o Do not attempt to operate equipment without prior knowledge
of the operation.
o Make sure equipment is clear of personnel or foreign objects
after starting.
o Do not attempt to stick any type of object into equipment while
running.
o Always keep hands and arms free from moving part.
o Report any potential safety hazard immediately.
o Ensure all electric cabinets and enclosure are closed, locked
and sealed.
o Maintain clean uniforms, shirt tucked in, sleeves buttoned or
rolled up.
▪ Sanitation:
o Ensure proper G.M.P.’s are followed at all times.
o Shop will be swept prior to end of shift daily.
o All unserviceable used parts will be disposed of prior to end of
shift.
o Parts storage areas will be maintained in an orderly manner.
▪ Performance of other duties deemed by management to be an integral part of
the job.
Essential Job Functions/Requirements:
Experience: Prior experience in plant maintenance or general commercial
mechanic experience.
Education: Technical training or trade school diploma desired.
▪ Must possess/maintain a valid license to operate applicable equipment.
▪ Physically capable of moving to all areas of the plant.
▪ Able to climb ladders, crawl under and onto equipment and work in tight
spaces.
▪ Able to read, comprehend and practice necessary safety procedures, signs,
etc.
▪ Able to wear/use approved applicable safety equipment, as needed.
▪ Able to visibly distinguish operating lights and panels on machinery and
equipment.
▪ Able to hear and identify audible alarm systems as well as normal and
abnormal equipment operating sounds.
▪ Able to generate written and verbal communications clearly and distinctly.