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American Outdoor Brands Corporation Machine Repair Technician in Springfield, Massachusetts
This position will work in all aspects of Facility Maintenance. Conducts machine setup, troubleshooting, repairs and preventive maintenance service.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Must possess strong mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic and electrical knowledge
Must be able to do basic welding (nonstructural)
Must be able to troubleshoot mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic and electrical problems and make the proper corresponding repairs
Must be able to work in a lead laden environment
Must be self-motivated and work well alone
Always leave work areas in a workman like manner (neat & clean)
Work safely at all times and be certain that others working with you are working safely also
Complete all work orders in a timely manner and include all pertinent notes, part numbers, etc.
Follow all company policies and regulations
Provides emergency/unscheduled repairs of production equipment during production and performs scheduled maintenance repairs of production equipment during machine service.
Prepares and sets up machinery for scheduled production runs.
Performs mechanic skills including, but not limited to, mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic troubleshooting and repair of packaging and production machines.
Reads and interprets equipment manuals and work orders to perform required maintenance and service
Work with all other maintenance disciplines as needed
Work with outside vendors as needed
May be required to work off shift or overtime as emergencies require
Must be able to lift 100 lbs.
Must be able to work with steel plates - disassemble & reassemble steel ranges
Must be able to work handy with sheet metal - repairs & forming
Must be able to read blue prints and schematics
Education and Experience
High School/GED preferred
Must possess required licenses
Skills and Competencies:
Duties require decision making regarding the solutions to problems not normally encountered
Employees must determine appropriate actions to be taken to achieve required results
Experience and ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Must be able to work well with all levels of personnel whether individually or in a team environment
Willing to work any shift and overtime as required
Ability to climb in overhead structures, to work beneath machines and in close quarters performing analysis and repair work
Must be highly safety conscious
Exposed to high voltage electricity
Language Skills:
- Must be able to read, write and interpret English language
Computer Skills:
- Basic computer skills preferred
Training Requirements:
Complete all company mandated training as required
Participate in and follow all company initiatives
Candidates will be trained in range cleaning and fork truck operation
Must successfully complete all technical, administrative, and interpersonal training programs to satisfy Participative Work Team objectives and become a multi-skilled team member
Physical Demands:
Continuous: standing, walking, lifting, bending, pushing/pulling, and reaching
Occasional: kneeling, sitting, squatting, overhead work, fine and gross upper body motor movement
Maximum lift: to 30 pounds and assisted lifting
Occasional lifting: 0 to 30 pounds
Work Environment and Personal Protective Equipment:
Work environment is similar to most manufacturing operations. Will be exposed to excessive noise, temperatures, hazards associated with moving around machinery, work in confined quarters, exposed to vibrations and shop lighting
The use of personal protective equipment (PPE) may be required when a job task(s) is being completed in or around your assigned department or in anther department, this includes vision, hearing, and footwear
Within the Smith & Wesson manufacturing facility employees may be exposed to manufacturing noise, airborne liquid chemicals, fine particulate dust, ambient temperatures, and industrial lighting
All employees are required to apply ergonomic correctness to all job tasks
Revised 08/20/2021
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