Foundry Maintenance Mechanic

• ◆Troubleshoots and repairs mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical/electronic equipment including but not limited to programmable controls, numeral controls, power supplies, drives, gages and test equipment.
• ◆Plans and performs work requiring a thorough knowledge of electrical/electronic and mechanical theories and principles, writing specifications, local and national electrical codes, properties of various materials, and principles of operation and application of electronic equipment.
• ◆Installs, starts up and shuts down equipment in accordance with company safety procedures for machine activation and shutdown and in line with OSHA requirements.
• ◆Advises operators and line mechanics of operation procedures and

for working safely with electrical/electronic and mechanical equipment and components.

• ✓Informs appropriate management and maintenance mechanics of potential electrical/mechanical problems and inherent dangers involved.
• ✓Maintains company-required performance and maintenance records for identified equipment.
• ✓Performs preventive maintenance functions as directed.
• ✓Assists maintenance personnel with technical troubleshooting and may train other members of the maintenance team.
• ✓Assume responsibility for other projects and duties as assigned by the Foundry Maintenance Supervisor or Company management.
• ✓Travel

up to 10% for training as needed

• ✓3+ years of proven experience in the electrical/electronics, mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic fields are required and the ability to demonstrate high proficiency in these areas.
• ✓Strong mechanical aptitude.
• ✓Computer experience/operation and PLC programming are necessary.
• ✓Experience and ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• ✓A thorough knowledge of electrical/ electronic components and equipment including the use of special instruments for diagnostic purposes.
• ✓Must be able to work respectfully and professionally with all levels of personnel whether individually or in a team environment and especially must be able to clearly interface and communicate with line operators in order to assist with repairs and troubleshooting.
• ✓Willing to work overtime as required.
• ✓High degree of precision working with minimum tolerances required.
• ✓Understanding of and adherence to applicable laws, codes, policies, regulations, and safety practices and procedures, as applicable.
• ✓Must successfully establish employment eligibility and satisfactorily complete background checks, including [insert checks], and required pre-employment testing as a condition of employment.

• ✓Experience with cutting, welding and fabrication preferred.
• ✓Ability to cover other shifts preferred.

Specific physical abilities required for this position include, but are not limited to:

• ✓Ability to stand for long periods of time.
• ✓Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds.
• ✓Ability to push and pull up to 25 pounds.
• ✓Ability to physically move around manufacturing floor.
• ✓Ability to read documents and communicate clearly with management and coworkers.
• ✓Ability to wear personal protective equipment, which may include, but is not limited to, safety shoes, hearing protection, and safety glasses.

Nothing in this job description restricts Watts’ right to assign or reassign duties, responsibilities, and working hours/conditions to this position at any time. This position is “at will,” which means that either the employee or Watts may terminate the employment relati