Maintenance Mechanic

ViskoTeepak is a world leader in sales and manufacturing of cellulose, fibrous and plastic casings for the food industry. With our 6 manufacturing and converting plants and our 5 sales offices around the world we employ around 1100 people. ViskoTeepak’s core values are Trust, Ambition & Fun.

• Respond to down equipment in a quick and efficient manner returning it to a production ready state.

• Perform routine preventive and predictive Maintenance activities as scheduled

• Takes the initiative in finding and implementing Safety, Quality, or Efficiency improvements to existing equipment and processes.

• Assist in the installation, start-up and qualification of new equipment.

• Review equipment technical documentation to update preventative maintenance schedules.

• Maintain detailed records of work performed, parts used, and time spent or other information as requested using RedZone.

• Set-up and Changeover equipment as necessary.

• Work closely with production to quickly resolve technical issues.

• Maintain clean and orderly workspaces and Maintenance shop.

• Work with machine operators and train as necessary.

• Excellent mechanical aptitude through trade school or relevant job experience.

• Basic electrical knowledge and ability to continue learning.

• Attention to details.

• Excellent communication Skills with all positions, employees, and shifts.

• Strong Willingness to learn

• Ability to work overtime as needed

• In-depth knowledge of plant operations; and functioning of production equipment.

• Excellent working together as a team or independently as necessary.

• Knowledge of a maintenance spare part management system

• The ability to initiate and coordinate plant equipment and facilities projects under the direction of the Maintenance Manager.

• Ability to machine parts using lathes mills welding equipment according to specifications.

• Experience with Lock Out Tag Out

• Basic addition, subtraction, multiplication and division, and reading skills; as well as the ability to read and interpret blueprints.

• Ability to work with hand and power tools in a safe manner.

• Ability to use measurement devices such as tape measure and caliper.

• Must have the ability to lift 50 lbs. and to perform physical activities, such as, but not limited to, lifting, bending, and standing, climbing or walking.

• Air-conditioned/heated facility with adequate lighting.

• Competitive Wages

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Paid Holidays

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Coverage

• 401K with Employer Contribution