RETENTION BONUS OF UP TO $1000 FOLLOWING 12 MONTHS OF SERVICE!!!
National Gypsum Company, a manufacturer of gypsum wallboard, is seeking an experienced Industrial Maintenance Mechanic at their Waukegan, IL wallboard plant.
The person we are seeking must have worked in a manufacturing environment with a minimum of 3 years experience in equipment maintenance (mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic), fabrication (welding and machining), and general facility installation and repair.
In addition, a work history that includes belt conveyors, screw conveyors, air compressors, pumps, burners, blowers, and a preventive maintenance program is required as these systems are critical components of our process. A good working knowledge of electrical systems is also highly desired.
A passing score on a pre-employment assessment test is required.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Evaluate systems or facilities to determine maintenance or repairs that need to be performed.
- Work with the Maintenance Manager to plan work priorities, obtain necessary supplies, and assess skills needed to complete tasks.
- Assess building systems
- Ensures maintenance and repair work is completed safely, effectively, and promptly.
- Assists team members with technical issues or advance problems.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
- Able to work the occasional off-hour and weekend shift to support plant outages and unplanned events.
Required Skills / Abilities:
- Extensive knowledge of Industrial maintenance operations.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and delegate when appropriate.
- Ability to identify and troubleshoot issues and to determine repairs that are needed.
- Ability to use CMMS system to track and record work performed and parts used.
Experience:
- At least Three years of industrial maintenance experience required.
- Vocational training in Welding including Arc, Stick, Mig, Tig, and oxygen/acetylene cutting.
- Proficient machining and fabrication skills preferred.
National Gypsum Company, a drug-free workplace, offers a complete benefits package including a 401(k) with match, paid holidays, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability.
The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background investigation. Pre-employment drug screening is required.
The company participates in E-verify. E-Verify is an internet-based system that compares information from an employee’s Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, to data from U.S. Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration records to confirm employment eligibility - www.dhs.gov/everify.
The above information in this description has been designated to indicate the general nature and level of work. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of an associate assigned to the position. The Company enforces a tobacco-free policy at all its locations.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $34.61 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Experience level:
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Evening shift
- On call
- Weekends as needed
Work setting:
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Waukegan, IL 60085: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Maintenance Mechanic: 3 years (Required)
Shift availability:
Work Location: In person