First Shift Maintenance Mechanic - Watertown, WI
KonecranesAbout the role
At Konecranes, we believe that great customer experience is built on the people behind the Konecranes name – people committed to providing our customers with lifting equipment and services that lift their businesses. Everything we do, we do with passion and drive.
We believe diversity drives business success and is the foundation for our growth. We welcome different backgrounds and skills that enrich our community and we promote a place where we can ALL be ourselves. This is what makes Konecranes a unique place to work.
Second Shift Maintenance Mechanic Position Overview
This position is responsible for various preventative maintenance activities, repairing/maintaining machines, and troubleshooting with the goal of maintaining a safe and clean work environment in accordance with company policies and procedures. Problem-solving skills and a deep understanding of mechanics, pneumatics, and hydraulics are crucial to this role.
Essential Job Functions
Repair and maintain manual and CNC machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance.
Perform emergency repairs
Conduct preventive maintenance to mechanical/electrical devices
Work with operators to problem-solve and troubleshoot machine malfunctions.
Be able to detect and troubleshoot malfunctions through observation (sound or visual)
Run diagnostic tests to ensure the system is operable and running safely
Secondary Job Functions
Maintain a safe and clean work environment
Keep open communication with 1st Shift Maintenance regarding issues, concerns, and solutions
Prioritize and schedule various tasks throughout a shift based on importance.
Maintain a good working relationship with operators
Operate scissors lift and forklifts
Communicate machine updates with various departments and shifts.
Requirements
Knowledge of common manufacturing processes.
Excellent verbal and written communication along with strong interpersonal skills.
Previous experience as a maintenance mechanic or similar role
Great understanding of pneumatics, hydraulics, and mechanics
Familiarity using various power and hand tools, such as crane hoists and grinders
Knowledge of computer systems (Outlook, Microsoft Word, Excel)
Must have your own tools to complete essential job functions
Strong knowledge of Machine Electronics and Controls
Other Skills/Abilities
Physical requirements may include lifting up to 50 lbs occasionally.
Organized and uses time effectively.
Must be able to interpret structural and machining blueprints, knowledgeable of fabrication drawings and tolerances.
Ability to think ahead and plan for future needs.
Problem-solving and organizational skills.
Basic knowledge of electrical, plumbing and carpentry.
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Konecranes, Inc. and its affiliates will not accept resumes from external recruiters or agencies without a Service Agreement and Agency Portal submission. Any resumes sent without a Service Agreement and Agency Portal submission with Konecranes, Inc. are void of any fees and free for internal use. Applicable Konecranes data protection obligations are the responsibility of the agency.
Konecranes is a global leader in material handling solutions, serving a broad range of customers across multiple industries. We consistently set the industry benchmark, from everyday improvements to the breakthroughs at moments that matter most, because we know we can always find a safer, more productive and sustainable way. That's why, with 16 000+ professionals in over 50 countries, we are trusted every day to lift, handle and move what the world needs.
Konecranes is committed to ensuring that all employees and job applicants are treated fairly in an environment which is free from any form of discrimination. Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled/Other Protected Category.
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