Mechanical Exchange Technician
*Direct Hire Opportunity*
Job Summary:
The Mechanical Exchange Technician is expected to be a key member in inspection, assembly, and balancing. This individual will be responsible for calculating bearing loading and clearances, adjusting balance, fitting bearings, while documenting their work at each operation. They should be experienced working tight tolerances and able to produce high quality work.
Essential Job Functions & Responsibilities
• Inspect part geometry and determine if it meets tolerance requirements
• Assemble units to OEM specifications (multiple styles)
• Perform dynamic balancing
• Setup and run in repaired units as required
• Work with other team members on assembly
• Adheres to all company employment policies and safe practices
• Performs other duties as assigned and explores opportunities to add value
• Ability to work overtime daily and weekends as needed
Experience/Training/Education
• High School diploma or equivalent
• 2+ years’ experience as a Technician on spindles and/or mechanical sub-systems (cleaning, disassembly, and testing) or equivalent.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
General:
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team
• Ability to work in a fast paced production environment
• Attention to detail and strong problem solving skills
Technical:
• Forklift Training, power tools, hand tools, measuring devices, Crane Inspection/Operation
• Basic PC usage such as for email, timesheets, and business systems
• Able to review assembly drawings and part prints
Communication:
• Excellent verbal communication skills, as well as exceptional listening skills
• Good note taking skills
Math & Reasoning:
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
• Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form
• Ability to adapt to change and take initiative
Physical and Environmental Elements
Physical Demands:
• Ability to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms for at least 7/8 of the normal work shift
• Ability to lift and carry, push, or pull up to 70 pounds
• Ability to stoop, crouch and reach
• Ability to talk or hear continuously
• Ability to see clearly to do all work-related tasks (clear or corrected vision at 20 inches or less)
• Finger dexterity is required frequently for over 7/8 of the normal work shift including operating a phone, computer/ electronic equipment, and tools
Work Environment:
• The majority of the position’s functions are performed in a warehouse/showroom environment.
• The employee works in an open warehouse area where temperatures may be subject to outdoor conditions in terms of cold and heat. There is exposure to various tools and equipment as well as forklift operations and corresponding noise levels.
• Works in an area around airborne water based cleaners, industrial solvents, and aerosol paints and will use standard PPE
• A small portion of the position’s functions may be performed in the office environment with standard equipment and moderate noise levels (examples: computers, printers, fax, copiers, light traffic, and phone)
Special Requirements
• Maintain annual OSHA safety certifications as required by job duties
Schedule: 6am-3pm Monday-Friday
