Pratt Industries · 9 hours ago
Mechanical Technician
Wapakoneta, OH
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$60K/yr - $90K/yrPratt Industries is seeking a Mechanical Technician to join their dynamic Maintenance Team, providing essential reliability-centered maintenance support to their paper machine operations. This role involves troubleshooting and repairing mechanical issues, safely operating equipment, and ensuring optimal reliability through preventive maintenance.
ManufacturingRecycling
Responsibilities
Diagnosing and repairing mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic issues in process equipment, including pumps, transmissions, and other components
Safely operating motorized equipment such as forklifts, scissor lifts, Genie lifts, hoists, and cranes
Applying safe working practices, understanding preventive and first-line maintenance principles, and interpreting blueprints, technical manuals, and literature
Diagnosing mechanical faults and planning effective solutions
Understanding power transmission systems, including the removal, refitting, installation, and alignment of shafts, belts, chains, and couplings
Correctly removing and refitting various bearing types, identifying applications, and recognizing defects
Recognizing stripped threads and utilizing thread repair equipment
Manufacturing gaskets, removing, and replacing seals and gland packing
Understanding the operation of various gearboxes (helical, spur, and worm-wheel)
Dismantling and replacing drive belts
Identifying conveyor systems and their components, including troubleshooting, removal, replacement, and tracking of conveyor belts
Employing appropriate welding processes (MIG, TIG, or Stick) and performing pipe fitting duties as needed
Reading orders and preparing legible and accurate reports
Performing other tasks as assigned by Mill Management
Qualification
Required
Post-secondary educational degree (2 to 4 year degree from college, university, technical school, military, vocational or other advanced educational institution)
Computer/Data entry skills
Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, blueprints, P&IDs, and procedure manuals
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees
Ability to read a tape measure with speed and accuracy
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as percentages, measurement, volume, and rate
Ability to apply concepts of high school math
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out written, oral, or graphic instructions
Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations
Experience leading root cause analysis and problem-solving teams
Strong analytical and field troubleshooting skills
Working knowledge of mechanical and electrical machinery, including conveyor systems, breakers, boilers, hydraulic and pneumatic systems
Proficiency in computer systems and the ability to learn new complex applications
May be required to maintain a current Lift Truck Operator License and/or other appropriate certification to work in certain areas or on certain equipment
This role requires regular standing, walking, talking or hearing, and frequent use of hands to finger, handle, or feel; reaching with hands and arms; and stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling
You must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus
Practical application training may require some out-of-state travel to other Pratt Paper Mills
Adherence to all required Personal Protective Equipment (glasses, ear plugs, shoes, gloves, etc.)
Successful completion of drug testing/screening, background checks, physical exam, and reference checks
Demonstrated proven record of learning aptitude
Participation in ongoing educational certificate training programs
Commitment to maintaining good housekeeping, including washing up, sweeping, and shoveling debris
Working knowledge of equipment design for process troubleshooting
Preferred
Bachelor's degree or higher in Industrial, Mechanical, Electrical, Pulp/Paper or Chemical Engineering
Benefits
Participating Medical/Dental/Vision Plans
Healthy Lifestyles Program/Virgin Pulse Fitness Tracking
Gym Reimbursement Program
Short Term Disability/Long Term Disability
401K Plan with Company Match
Mill Incentive Program (up to 80% of one month’s base salary, paid quarterly)
Supplemental Life Insurance Plans
Supplemental Spouse and Child Life Insurance plans
Income Protection Plans
Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance Program
Child Bearing & Parental Leave
Legal and Travel Assistance Plans
EAP/Home Auto Insurance Plans
Wireless/Auto/Discount Plans
Company
Pratt Industries
Pratt Industries is America's 5th largest corrugated packaging company and the world's largest, privately-held 100% recycled paper company.
Founded in 1985
10001+ employees
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