Maintenance Mechanic

Position Title: 

Maintenance Mechanic

 

Pay Rate:

$29.80/hour (1st Year – Advancement Opportunities After 1 Year)

 

Category/Shift:

Hourly / Full Time

Must be able to work occasional Saturdays and overtime as needed

24/5 Production Facility

 

Physical Location:

Beaverton Bag

5800 SW Western Avenue

Beaverton, OR 97005

 

The Job You Will Perform:

We are looking for self-motivated individuals who can perform a multitude of functions in a flexible, fast-paced production environment. Our workplace requires individuals who understand the needs of the business while maintaining a focus on safety, quality, productivity and waste.

 

Primary Maintenance Mechanic Duties/Responsibilities Include:

• Troubleshoot, install, maintain and repair defective parts, machinery and mechanical equipment such as paper bag machines and equipment, motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, physical structures, plumbing, hydraulic and automated systems
• Perform preventive maintenance activities such as lubricating, aligning components and observing operations, vibrations and noise level
• Sets up and operates lathe, drill press, mill, welder, grinder and other metal working tools to make and repair parts.
• Work safely by observing safety rules, policies, and procedures. Identify unsafe conditions or actions
• Respond to work orders submitted by employees
• Work independently as well as part of a team
• Assist supervisor in ordering parts
• Plans and obtains cost estimates and executes projects under guidance of the maintenance supervisor
• Provide training in areas of expertise or knowledge
• Support facility improvements
• Maintain clean and organized work areas, cleaning up areas after tasks are complete
• Participate and execute actions from the quality improvement program
• Maintain compliance with company quality systems and support audits
• Perform emergency/break down repair as needed
• Other duties as may be assigned

 

The Skills You Will Bring:

• Experience/knowledge in mechanical troubleshooting, welding, metal fabrication, plumbing, pneumatics, confined space and mobile equipment
• Ability to problem solve and prioritize work
• Ability to work with minimum supervision
• Ability to accurately use and read a variety of measuring devices
• Ability to bend, squat and kneel, and climb frequently
• Ability to lift average weighted materials, 50 lbs. up to 70 lbs. occasionally
• Ability to stand for 8 – 12 hours
• Ability to work varied hours/days
• Ability to adapt to change
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to read manuals and diagrams

 

Education:

• Mechanical Journeyman or Technical/Vocation Certificate preferred but not required

 

The hiring process for successful candidates will include a pre-employment aptitude test and team interview.

 

The Benefits You Will Enjoy:

• Paid time off including holidays, vacation and 2 floating holidays per year
• Applicable shift differential and overtime pay
• Pension & 401k matching program
• Medical, dental & vision
• Life & disability insurance
• Unionized facility: Requires union dues & initiation fees
• Added Benefits: Auto/Home/Pet insurance options

 

The Career You Will Build:

• Promotional opportunities

 

The Impact You Will Make:

We continue to build a better future for people, the plant, and our company! IP has been a good steward of sustainable practices across communities around the world for more than 120 years. Join our team and you’ll see wh