NJ-Maintenance Mechanic-Manufacturing]

Full job description INTRODUCTION A & Associates is a reputable staffing agency with a proven track record in screening and recruiting as well as job placement and career development. With more than ten (10) offices throughout the United States, A & Associates is a company that can be trusted to provide a diverse level of services with excellence, diligence and integrity.

“Quality In Everything We Do” is far more than our mantra; it is our standard!! Explore a career with A & Associates, one of the leading providers for temporary, temp-to-hire, permanent placement services and security guard services. JOB DESCRIPTION-Maintenance Mechanic Directly reports to the Plant Manager. Functionally responsible for maintaining all manufacturing equipment and components.

As a member of the Maintenance team, openly shares knowledge and information, including training of teammates.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The duties and responsibilities of the Maintenance Millwright are detailed below, but not limited to the following:

• Accountable for all mechanical, fluidic, welding, and plant equipment maintenance with minor electrical troubleshooting to ensure minimal downtime.
• Work with minimal supervision in a safe manner, maintaining a clean and orderly shop.
• Respond to break-downs immediately and /or provide communication for repairs.
• Openly share knowledge and train team mates on equipment functionality and history, procedures, and drawing mark ups.
• Coach Operating personnel on equipment capability, limitations and preventative measures to improve equipment reliability.
• Follow and take initiative as directed in PM program including improving the program itself.
• Maintain the inventory of spare parts though initiating purchase request, orderliness of the racks and parts.
• Troubleshoot Hydraulic systems including Pneumatic and Electrical circuits.
• Repair, Overhaul, Fabricate, Assemble, and dismantle equipment using power tools, hand tools, machine tools and welding tools.
• Operate and maintain machine tools such as a Lathe, Milling machine, Drill press and various cutting tools to fabricate machine parts to dimensional specifications.
• Independently weld and fabricate to in order to repair machinery and improve production.
• Monitor equipment performance, document and evaluate potential problems for root cause solutions and improvements.
• Focus on continuous improvement of equipment performance to improve efficiency.
• Must communicate effectively with all plant personnel.
• Comply with all ISO and quality related policies, procedures and system requirements.
• Perform other duties as required.

Requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education/Experience

• Completion of a formalized Millwright Training Program or equivalent technical diploma
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience as a Millwright/Maintenance Mechanic in related industrial maintenance
• High energy level, good creativity, self-confidence, time management and must be a team player
• Training or experience in troubleshooting related industrial maintenance machines Technical Skills/Competence
• A strong understanding of hydraulics and Pneumatics is essential
• Exposure to Electrical Controls and PLCs (Allen-Bradley) would be a strong asset
• Welding and Fabrication experience
• Ability to read Electrical and mechanical drawings and schematics
• A solid understanding of the following equipment/technology: hand tools, drill press, lathe, crane and lifting equipment, multicenter and electrical instruments, cut-off saw, welding machine, forklift and scissor lift equipment, power tools, milling machine, torch and cutting equipment.

Benefits

• Internal Growth and Development
• Health and Dental
• Vision The expected hourly rate for this position is $34.00. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors including, but not limited to, skills, experience, qualifications, internal equity, and business needs. EEO STATEMENT A & Associates, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.