Lead Maintenance Mechanic - Marshall, MN

Job Description

Lead Maintenance Mechanic - Marshall, MN
 Job SummaryPerform all related duties to the Maintenance Mechanic position such as build, maintain, and repair production equipment for all departments along with assisting in the coordination and leadership of the Maintenance team.
 Essential Job Functions

• Continue to perform all duties of a Maintenance Mechanic with a high level of quality work.
• Assist in the coordination for the work of the Maintenance team.
• Communicate with supervisors on progress of ongoing projects.
• Develop a list of tools, equipment and resources needed for projects.
• Assists with the installation of new equipment as required.
• Complete follow-up inspections of projects, making sure that the area was left clean and all parts and tools  were put in their proper place. 
• Provide and participate in Daily Safety Toolbox Talks and lead pre-job stretches
• Work closely with Maintenance Supervisor, Superintendent and Planner to coordinate tasks and projects for the team along with ensuring all materials for projects are ordered as needed.
• Assist in the development and training for maintenance employees and maintenance-related training for the entire plant.
• Maintains expert knowledge of equipment, operations and processes throughout the plant.
• Create work orders and develop a strong understanding of how to utilize Maximo efficiently.
• Provide input on performance of assigned colleagues.
• Demonstrate knowledge of safety policies and practices while ensuring other colleagues adhere to safety work practices.
• Follow GMP work practices.
• Evaluates safe work permit requirements and requests support to develop when needed.
• Take ownership of duties in a safe manner, utilizing all approved safety equipment and successfully completing all safety certification requirements.
• Fulfills shift coverage when needed.
• May perform reasonably similar or related duties as assigned

Job Requirements

• Post-Secondary mechanical education (preferred)
• 5 or more years industrial mechanical experience
• Leadership training or experience (preferred)
• Qualified as a 102 Maintenance Mechanic or obtains qualification within 1 year of accepting position
• Identify, understand and have ability to communicate with others plant operations.
• Support the initiatives identified by the Leadership Team by leading by example.
• Complete all required safety training in addition to following and display knowledge of all safety procedures.
• Have general understanding of how to use a computer and email.
• Communicate effectively through speech and writing along with other mediums such as email.
• Must stay motivated and show initiative to complete tasks under limited supervision.
• Display quality work through strong attention to detail and efficiency.
• Work with a team orientation by coordinating efforts with colleagues to complete tasks safely and effectively.
• Provide occasional support to the team during nights, weekends or holidays, including overtime.
• Meet requests of supervision including but not limited to the essential functions listed.
• Utilize trucks, forklifts, computers, hand tools, testing equipment, JLG lifts, wiring, rigging and other tools or equipment correctly.
• Able to meet physical requirements and perform duties in working conditions listed below.

Working Conditions

• Day shift- average of 40 hours a week – could work 10 or 8 hour days
• Duties performed inside and outside
• May be exposed to various temperatures and humid conditions
• May perform tasks in tight spaces
• Often working performing tasks at high elevations always with the use of proper PPE
• Atmosphere exposure: fumes, odors, dust, gas, and poor ventilation. Due to the wide variety of tasks in all production areas, this position is exposed to many atmospheres
• Hazard exposure: mechanical, electrical, chemical, and explosive. Extreme heat is also encountered in productions areas during summer months
• Protective Clothing Required: Hardhat, earplugs, safety glasses, steel-toed shoes/ boots, gloves, cut resistant sleeves, winter gear, high visibility vests, fall protection

Physical Requirements

• Move or lift up to 50 lbs.
• Lifting may consist of: continuously carrying, or pushing carts of tools and replacement parts from maintenance shop to production areas
• Position self to conduct work at various heights and positions
• Ability to ascend/ descend many flights of stairs or ladders
• Be on feet walking/ moving around majority of typical work day
• Repetitive use o