Industrial Maintenance Mechanic

Classification: Non-exempt

Salary Grade: S2-S4

Reports to: Plant Engineer, Maintenance

Rousselot is one of the world's leading producers of gelatin and is a recognized partner in the pharmaceutical and food industries.

Rousselot's Maintenance team has an opening for an Industrial Mechanic. The primary purpose of this position is to set up and operates a variety of machine tools; fit and assemble parts to fabricate or repair machine tools and maintain industrial machines by performing the following duties.

Growth and Advancement opportunities available for qualified employees interested in furthering their education in the trades.

Job Duties:

• Uses mechanical skills to repair production equipment
• Ability to diagnose mechanical problems
• Disassemble, repair/replace, and reassemble components
• Understands bearings and proper bearings selection
• Corrects visible run-out balancing of shafts and pumps
• Demonstrates knowledge of use and lubricants
• Demonstrates knowledge and the proper use of machine shop equipment
• Demonstrates the ability to install piping systems of a variety of methods: stainless, sanitary, PVC, copper, iron
• Understand theory of fluid dynamics
• Working knowledge of a mechanical system
• The demonstrated ability to read and interpret trade specific construction drawings/prints (P&ID mechanical, process flow diagrams, one-line etc.)
• Knowledgeable of gelatin process flow and process related equipment
• Troubleshoot problems to identify root cause and take appropriate corrective action
• Communicates the status of equipment to operations and maintenance personnel
• Implement and coordinate the repair of process equipment
• Investigate parts needed for repair and order as needed
• Actively supports, improves PM/TPM programs
• Recommend and improve capital projects for maintainability
• Recommends critical spare parts needed to maintain equipment
• Available by phone 24 hours a day and available for emergency overtime

Additional Duties Assigned:

Welding:

• Welds metal components together with brazing and a variety of arc and gas welding equipment to fabricate or repair products such as machine parts and plant equipment
• Ability to use a variety of gas/arc welding methods; TIG, MIG, Stick & Sanitary

Expected Hours of Work

The Rousselot plant operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. This position requires day shift work on a 3 Days On / 3 Days Off rotating schedule. Weekend work will be a requirement for this position.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• 1-3 years relevant experience or training
• Mechanical skills are necessary; A welding certificate is necessary if performing that job function

Preferred Education and Experience

• Strong mechanical skills and strong problem-solving skills
• Industrial Maintenance Mechanic experience
• Industrial Food Manufacturing Experience
• Trade school education
• Basic computer skills, Microsoft Office Suite

Why do our team members work at Rousselot?

• We pride ourselves on offering competitive pay and a full benefit package for our team.
• Easy commute! Rousselot is North of Boston in downtown Peabody on the North Shore.
• Great community of team members
• Superior Benefit Packages Medical, Dental, Vision, Company Match & Safe Harbor 401(k)
• Discounted Gym Memberships
• Generous Vacation and Sick Time Benefits
• Longevity The Peabody Plant has been in business for over 200 years!
• Rousselot invests in team member's continued education, licenses and career advancements

Rousselot is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military service, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state and local law. Know Your Rights: If you would like more information, please click on the link and paste into your browser: https://www.eeoc.gov/poster