Facilities Mechanic-HA

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OVERVIEW

Support production operations through maintenance, repair, overhaul, assembly, disassembly, installation and inspection of all production equipment specifically for the HARD ARMOR group that will involve pneumatic pumps, pressure valves and chiller systems.  Perform facility maintenance to ensure proper equipment and building operations.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensures operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements on motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, and production machines; following diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer's instructions, and engineering specifications; troubleshooting malfunctions.
• Locates sources of problems by observing mechanical and pneumatic pump devices in operation; listening for problems; using precision measuring and testing instruments.
• Controls downtime by informing production workers of routine preventive maintenance techniques; monitoring compliance.
• Access to machine shop instrumentation and equipment (mill/lathe/cnc) to fabricate & repair parts.
• Determines changes in dimensional requirements of parts by inspecting used parts; using rules, calipers, micrometers, and other measuring instruments.
• Repairs or replaces defective parts
• Maintains equipment, parts, and supplies inventories by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed equipment, parts, and supplies; placing and expediting orders; verifying receipt.
• Conserves maintenance resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results.
• Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Maintain a safe working environment through timely repair and inspection of equipment
• Utilizes knowledge of fundamental electrical, carpentry, plumbing or heating and cooling skills in performing assignments
• Operates common hand tools 
• Annotate equipment logs and work order system to document all maintenance actions
• Provides mechanical maintenance information by answering questions and requests.
• Train production personnel to perform operator level maintenance
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS

• One (1) to Three (3) years related experience in a manufacturing environment with mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic and electronic experience.
• Pneumatic Pump, Chiller mechanic maintenance specific to site location  
• Knowledge of the use of hand tools and power tools
• Knowledge of shop operations
• Strong root cause analysis/problem solving abilities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• High level of internal customer service
• Ability to work in conjunction with other employees
• Ability to follow through and complete assignments and projects in a timely manner
• Attention to detail
• Ability to read and interpret manuals and drawings of machine tools and equipment is required
• Equipment maintenance
• Good mechanical skills
• PC skills
• Ability to lift 40 lbs.
• Work with minimal supervision
• Flexibility in work schedule to meet changing production needs
• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) or vocational training in maintenance mechanics or related field.

Why work at Safariland?
 

At Safariland our colleagues are some of the best and brightest in the industry and we are seeking new team members who exhibit the diverse competencies that will drive The Safariland Group to even greater success while maintaining our culture of being a great place to work. We believe innovation drives winning performance and we constantly challenge ourselves to be the very best in every aspect of our business. We cultivate a work culture driven by our 4 core values; integrity, curiosity, excellence and empowerment and we want associates to be involved in their work and communities so they can achieve their highest level of wellbeing. That is why Safariland offers a comprehensive suite of benefits to promote health and financial security for eligible employees and their families.
 

Eligible employees are offered:

• Medical, dental & vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Employer paid life insurance and AD&D
• Employer paid disability
• Wellness program
• Adoption assistance
• Tuition assistance
• Employee assistance program
• Work life balance
• Paid time off (PTO), sick leave and paid holidays throughout the calendar year (consistent with relevant state law and company policies)

The Safariland Group believes in the benefits of a diverse workforce and is committed to equal opportunity and affirmative actions. We pride ourselves on hiring and developing the best people, without regard to age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic characteristics, race, color, creed, religion, ethnicity, national origin, alienage, citizenship, disability, marital status, military status, pregnancy, or any other legally recognized protected basis prohibited by applicable law.
 
For those applicants with disabilities, if you require reasonable accommodation in searching for a job opening or submitting an application, please contact us by calling 888-469-6455.
 
All employment decisions are solely based on the applicant's qualifications as they relate to the requirements of the position.