Machinist

Job Description:

About the Team:

The team is part of the Print Operations Business Unit.

About the Role

The primary role of the Machinist/Mechanic to provide effective mechanic maintenance support to plant operations with the ability to perform work safely, meet the needs of operations, execute the maintenance program and comply with all safety codes is paramount. You must identify, troubleshoot and repair problems in mechanical systems that occur in production equipment. You will run tests, isolate problems, remove/replace failed components, determine failure modes by studying worn components and perform other tasks. You will also perform preventive maintenance and upgrades to mechanical systems. You are required to rotate shifts on a schedule dictated by the plant management. The primary production hours of the plant are after 5pm or Second shift. This is a rotating shift between 1st and 2nd shift with other team members. Some weekend work is required. You will be based at our White Oak, Maryland print plant and will report to the Operations Manager.

You Will:

• Perform preventive maintenance on mechanical systems to include disassembly, cleaning, reassembly, and calibration. Act on information obtained from operators to diagnose equipment problems.
• Clean, lubricate, and adjust parts, equipment, and machinery.
• Disassemble machinery and equipment to remove parts and make repairs. Examine parts for defects such as breakage and excessive wear.
• Observe and test the operation of machinery and equipment to diagnose malfunctions, using voltmeters and other testing devices.
• Operate newly repaired machinery and equipment to verify the adequacy of repairs. Reassemble equipment after completion of inspections, testing, or repairs.
• Repair and maintain the operating condition of industrial production machinery and equipment.
• Repair and replace broken or malfunctioning components of machinery and equipment.
• Study blueprints and manufacturers manuals to determine correct installation and operation of machinery.
• Cut and weld metal to repair broken metal parts, fabricate new parts, and assemble new equipment. Test all repairs upon completion.
• Record parts and materials used, and requests new parts and materials.
• Record repairs and maintenance performed. Sometimes repairs or modifications are performed when blueprints and manufactures specifications are unavailable or incomplete.
• Utilize safety and security practices and procedures following established rules and regulations and maintain a safe, clean, and secure work environment.
• Communicate with management, mechanics, and equipment operators to advise them if there are any potential mechanical hazards.
• Execute the maintenance work schedule as provided by his/her supervisor. Executing the work schedule will require strategic decisions to ensure the scheduled work will be completed within the period scheduled.
• Keep the Foreman informed of all issues which may affect the operational capability of the equipment.
• Ensure the shop is maintained in a safe and orderly fashion.
• Attend meetings and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain close contact with the Foreman, maintenance crew, the production supervisors and equipment operators. Keep the maintenance supervisor and manager properly informed of all abnormal or critical situations and seek advice on matters outside of their knowledge or authority. Perform other tasks and special assignments as requested by management.

You Have:

• High school degree or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of industrial / commercial mechanic experience.
• Knowledge of basic mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems and safe machine operation principles with welding experience.
• Good math, mechanical, organizational, written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to stand for extended periods, bend, stoop and reach. Must be able to lift 35-pounds.
• Ability to understand and follow all corporate and plant policies/practices. Keep accurate, useful and timely operational and maintenance records. Work with the production manager to set equipment maintenance priorities.

Our Benefits

• Comprehensive Healthcare Plans
• Paid Time Off
• Retirement Plans
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Plans
• Education Benefits
• Paid Maternity and Paternity Leave
• Family Care Benefits
• Commuter Transit Program
• Subscription Discounts
• Employee Referral Program

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Business Area:

Dow Jones - Print Operations

Job Category:

Production & Skilled Trades

Union Status:

Non-Union role

Pay Range: $65,000 - $80,000

We recognize that attracting the best talent is key to our strategy and success as a company. As a result, we aim for flexibility in structuring competitive compensation offers to ensure we are able to attract the best candidates. The quoted salary range represents our good faith estimate as to what our ideal candidates are likely to expect, and we tailor our offers within the range based on the selected candidate's experience, industry knowledge, location, technical and communication skills, and other factors that may prove relevant during the interview process.

Pay-for-performance is a key element in our strategy to attract, engage, and motivate talented people to do their best work. Similarly to salary, for bonus eligible roles, targets are set based on a variety of factors including competitive market practice.

For benefits eligible roles, in addition to cash compensation, the company provides a comprehensive and highly competitive benefits package, with a variety of physical health, retirement and savings, caregiving, emotional wellbeing, transportation, and other benefits, including "elective" benefits employees may select to best fit the needs and personal situations of our diverse workforce..