Job Description
JOB DESCRIPTION
Job title:
Lead Industrial/Journeyman Industrial Mechanic
Reports to:
GM
Position Summary
The Lead Mechanic will troubleshoot, repair, and perform preventative maintenance (PM) to plant equipment and machinery in accordance with manufacturer standards in a safe and expedient manner.
The position is full time, based in Fort Meade, Fl. M-F, weekends as needed.
Pay $45 /hour dependent on experience and skills.
Health, Dental and Vision all covered.
Position Responsibilities
Culture and Leadership
· Work with coworkers to integrate Operational Excellence into the daily practices of the maintenance department
· Interact with teammates to support and maintain an engaged workforce
Safety
· Support a culture that aggressively pursues an injury free workplace
· Stay informed of and comply with all Safety policies, guidelines, and procedures always.
· Address / Respond to all safety hazards, near misses and work-related incidents immediately
· Offer suggestions and support in efforts to improve Safety
· Lead by example.
· Actively participate in Pre-Job Safety Meetings, and other required Safety training
Job Tasks / Responsibilities
· Repair machinery and equipment in accordance with previous established job plans
· Troubleshoot and diagnose machinery and equipment
· Lubricate / PM equipment and machinery
· Repair or replace equipment which may include but is not limited to pumps, fans, motors, gearboxes, piping, conveyors, or large rotating equipment
· Proficient using hand tools, torches, and welding equipment, pneumatic and/or electric tools and precision measuring tools
· Perform Pre-Job Hazard Analysis, Lock-out Tag-out (LOTO), Hot Work, Hazardous Work, Confined Space, Line Breaking, Safe Work, Daily PM Inspection, Work Order Feedback, General Equipment/Line Isolation Permits, using required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), and complete required Procedures, Forms or Reports.
· Be vigilant of issues and conditions that can affect fellow workers
· Report any issues that can impact the environment or the safety of the employees
· Other tasks as assigned
Qualifications
· Good Mechanical skills & Troubleshooting abilities
· 15 years of related industrial mechanical experience
· Associates Degree (Vocational, Millwright, Pipefitter, Boilermaker, Machinist or Welding) training program preferred
· Fertilizer industry experience a Plus
· Basic computer skills required
· Good organizational skills and ability to work alone or in a partner or team setting
· Ability to accept and follow all safety procedures
· Ability to train and be able to operate mobile equipment including aerial man lifts, front end loaders, and forklifts.
· Ability to safely move in and through work areas, including climbing stairs, maintaining good balance, being mentally alert, having good visual acuity and safely working at heights
· Ability to safely work in and around heavy industrial environment, including moving objects, concentrated chemicals, and transport vehicles.
· Complete pre-job workplace examinations
· Responsible for safe and compliant storage / inspection / usage of tools & equipment as assigned
· Rotating Equipment experience is a plus (rotary kiln, granulator, etc.)
· Conveyance Systems (Belt, Drag Conveyors), Bucket elevators, Pumps & Motor Experience a Plus.
· References Recommended .
Work Hours
· Generally Monday - Friday with occasional weekends as needed.
Working Conditions
· Heavy industrial manufacturing environment that requires the use of personal protective equipment.
· Travel uneven working surfaces, climb stairs and ladders.
· Operating environment with temperature ranges from below 32 F to above 100 F.
Physical Requirements
· Lifting objects up to 50lbs occasionally
· Standing & Walking 50-60% of workday
PPE Requirements
· Eye Protection, Hearing protection, Hard hat, Steel toed boots
· Occasional use of a respirator
· Other PPE as required per task
Company Description
Family owned fertilizer manufacture in Central Florida.
Family owned fertilizer manufacture in Central Florida.