Industrial Maintenance Mechanic (1st Shift, Thur. - Sun.)

Company: NEENAH FOUNDRY COMPANY
Location: Lincoln
Posted on: January 24, 2023

Job Description:

Deeter Foundry (Neenah Enterprises Incorporated)At Deeter Foundry, our product is iron. We manufacture the highest quality iron castings in support of the public works infrastructure of communities throughout the United States. Our Industrial Maintenance Mechanics play a critical role in the manufacture of our products. They provide the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to keep the foundry running smoothly. They play this role in a supportive environment that values teamwork, dedication, and continual improvement. If you have the knowledge, experience and desire to fill this critical role at Deeter Foundry, we want to hear from you!BenefitsAffordable Health, Dental and Vision InsuranceHealth Savings Account with Company Match401k Plan with Company Match11 Paid HolidaysPaid Time OffLife InsuranceLong-Term and Short-Term Disability InsuranceTuition Reimbursement ProgramReferral Bonus ProgramEmployee Assistance ProgramWellness ProgramSalaryUp to $36 per hour (dependent upon experience and qualifications) + a $4.00 per hour shift differentialTypical Hours6:00am - 6:30pm, Thursday - Sunday (45-55 hours per week)Job DescriptionUnder supervision of the Maintenance Supervisor, this skilled position will concentrate on installation, modification, troubleshooting installation, removal, and repairs of hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical and mechanical equipment and machinery, as well and repair and installations of building and facility fixtures.Essential Functions (performed either with or without accommodation)Perform troubleshooting duties efficiently on various assigned machines, equipment, or fixtures.Install, rig, modify, remove, and repair machines or equipment.Inspect machinery for maintenance repair, repairing important items during inspection and reporting all finds to Maintenance Supervisor.Oil and lubricate various equipment throughout the facility. Trained in Lock-out/Tag-out and other applicable safety programs.Use tools and equipment of the trade to perform assigned tasks.Perform assigned preventive maintenance activities.Identify mechanical weaknesses and problems before they result in breakdowns and production interruptions; attempt to resolve in advance.Perform and assist with general housekeeping and cleaning of area, department and plant on a daily basis.Use and operate with tools, machinery and equipment safely, effectively and responsibly.Follow all safety rules, regulations, procedures and laws applicable to the job.Carry out miscellaneous work assignment as required to maintain equipment and keep production running.Perform temporary work assignments if trained and able to perform, and invest extra time as required to support the department and to maintain production schedules.Perform other duties as assigned that are within the scope of one's knowledge, experience, training and ability. Note: This is not an exhaustive list of duties or functions and may not necessarily comprise all of the "essential functions" for purposes of the ADAExpected Areas of Competence (Knowledge, Skills and Abilities)Conflict Resolution - Ability to deal with others in an antagonistic situation.Decision Making - Ability to make critical decisions while following company procedures.Resilient - Ability to recover from, or adjust to, misfortune or setbacks.Safety Awareness - Ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety.Judgment - The ability to formulate a sound decision using the available information.Honesty / Integrity - Ability to be truthful and be seen as credible in the workplace.Time Management - Ability to utilize the available time to organize and complete work within given deadlines.Leadership - Ability to influence others to perform their jobs effectively and to be responsible for making decisions.Creative - Ability to think in such a way as to produce a new concept or idea.Working Under Pressure - Ability to complete assigned tasks under stressful situations.Communication, Written - Ability to communicate in writing clearly and concisely in English.Accountability - Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.Possess a maintenance or mechanical background that includes working in a manufacturing setting.Trainable and able to apply what is learned to the tasks to which one is assigned.Ability to read, interpret, understand directions and other communications spoken or written in English.Educational and Experience RequirementsHigh school diploma or equivalent required.Three years of maintenance experience required, five years preferred.Experience working in a medium to heavy industrial environment is preferred.Experience driving powered industrial equipment such as forklift, Bobcat, and overhead cranes and hoists preferred. Note: An equivalent combination of education and work experience will be considered.Skill RequirementsAverage to above average two-hand and eye coordination.Employee must be a self-starter and work with limited supervisionAble to make logical decisions and know where to go to and when to ask for assistance.Be able to pass an operator's training course in various machines and forklift operations.Perform and assist with general housekeeping and cleaning of work area, department and plant as assigned.Must be able to communicate both orally and written with plant personnel.Physical Requirements (met either with or without accommodation)Occasionally exert up to 100 lbs. of force to lift, push or pull materials, tools or other objects.Frequently exert up to 20l bs. of force to lift, push or pull materials, tools or other objects.Continually stand or walk.Occasionally sit, squat, kneel, bend or climb.Occasionally reach outward or above shoulder level.Gross and fine manual dexterity to manipulate tools, parts, adjustments, controls and computer systems.Vision: Correctable for depth of field, color, near and far.Hearing: Correctable for regular verbal communication.Ability to wear required PPEDeeter Foundry is an equal opportunity employer and applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability status, or national origin.

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