Job Description

Plant Maintenance Mechanic

LOCATION

Plant City, FL

COMPANY

At James Hardie Building Products we apply our science, research, and cutting edge technology to enjoy our continued status as a $1.5 billion world leader in fiber-cement technology. As the world leader in fiber-cement technology we manufacture durable, beautiful building material products for the residential market. We operate in markets around the world, spanning the United States, Europe, Philippines, Australia, and New Zealand. In the United States alone, we have 10 manufacturing plants, three regional offices and one research center.

JOB SUMMARY

Maintains production and quality by ensuring efficient operation of machinery and mechanical equipment. Locates sources of problems by observing mechanical devices in operation; listening for problems; using precision measuring and testing instruments. Removes defective parts by dismantling devices; safely using hoists, cranes, and hand and power tools; examining form and wear of parts

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for all tasks related to predictive and preventative maintenance programs.
• Tasks include repair and maintenance of all machinery and equipment such as bucket elevators, conveyors, compressors, pumps, pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
• Follows diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer’s instructions, and engineering specifications while troubleshooting malfunctions.
• Determines changes in dimensional requirements of parts by inspecting used parts; using rules, calipers, micrometers, and other measuring instruments.
• Controls downtime by informing production workers of routine preventive maintenance techniques; monitoring compliance.
• 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.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate degree in Mechanical Maintenance or equivalent combination of experience and education.
• Five or more years of heavy industrial mechanical and millwright experience in a continuous operating (24/7) manufacturing environment.