MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

A.       KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

• Safety conscious
• Ability to read and understand mechanical, electrical and electronic prints preferred.
• Familiar with manufacturing equipment and its functions.
• Ability to work with hazardous materials and conditions safely.
• Ability to understand and troubleshoot electrical, electronic, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical systems preferred.
• Ability to safely operate all related tool making machinery preferred. (Bridgeport, Lathe, Drill Press, Welder, and accessories).
• Basic working knowledge of Power Hand tools.
• Familiar with National Electrical Codes preferred.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Highschool level math skills.

B.       EDUCATION AND TRAINING

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid/current Michigan Drivers license.
• Maintenance skills test required (provided at interview)
• Knowledge of Whitlam Recycling program (in-house training).

 JOB DESCRIPTION:

Responsible for efficiently installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing manufacturing equipment, routine building and non-manufacturing equipment maintenance and/or repair (including occasional snow removal, salting of walkways, and perform misc. errands). To manufacture parts and/or assemblies from drawing or concept for production or building maintenance, with a high regard for quality. Perform all duties and functional responsibilities.

A.       DUTIES AND FUNCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintain, repair, build and upgrade manufacturing and non-manufacturing equipment as instructed.
• Maintain and repair electrical and mechanical systems for the building as instructed.
• Maintain and repair warehouse equipment such as: Pallet jacks, carts, etc. as instructed.
• Maintain, repair and upgrade electronic, pneumatic, and hydraulic equipment as instructed.
• Responsible for miscellaneous errands as required, including driving of company van.
• Complete and maintain all required paperwork accurately and efficiently.
• Handle materials, tools and equipment with proper care and respect.
• Ensure all lighting elements, waste oils, solvents and other chemicals used in the maintenance process are properly stored and disposed of, according to environmental and safety regulations.
• Comply with all pertinent departmental and company policies, procedures and instructions.
• Perform backup duties to Pressroom / Building Maintenance staff in their absence.
• Perform any other duties as required.