Job description:
Astro Box is a family owned and operated manufacturer of printed paper packaging. We’re looking for a Mechanic to maintain our equipment and facilities and grow with our company. We take pride in our clean, food safe, LED lit facility and our team is dedicated to maintaining these high standards. Established in 1982, Astro Box is and always has been committed to our customers and employees.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Maintain various types of printing, packaging and processing equipment
- Perform minor modifications/repairs/improvements on equipment
- Change/clean/lubricate various machinery parts such as belts, bearings and air lines
- Communicate with outside electricians, mechanics and millwrights in a timely and professional manner
- Troubleshoot & diagnose mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic issues and make necessary repairs quickly and efficiently
- Communicate regularly with shift supervisors and machine operators regarding equipment status
- Complete requests for purchase of supplies (i.e., belts, bearings, motors, oil etc.)
- Perform regular maintenance on various lifting equipment (tow motors, pump trucks etc.)
- General plant repairs involving the use of common hand and power tools.
- Conduct preventative maintenance activities
- Perform all work safely, adhering to ministry standards
- Digitally record all maintenance activities on a web-based form
- Ensure equipment and maintenance work comply with company quality and food safety standards
- Maintain a clean and organized maintenance area
- Other duties as assigned by management team or owners.
Education and/or Experience:
- Post-secondary diploma in a related field
- Apprenticeships/ Co-Op an asset
- Printing and/or Packaging equipment experience an asset
- 3-5 years experience in industrial manufacturing environments
Required Skills and Abilities:
- Skilled in the use of hand and power tools.
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Strong aptitude for mechanics
- Good analytical and attention to detail skills
- Ability to work professionally under pressure and meet deadlines
- Mechanical experience in a high-speed packaging and/or manufacturing environment (food industry is highly preferred)
- Access to a vehicle a necessity in order to leave the premises to procure miscellaneous parts/tools/supplies
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $28.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
