Maintenance Mechanic

Our client, a precision plastics manufacturer, has an immediate need for an experienced Maintenance Mechanic, to join their winning team in Cranston. Our candidate of choice will be responsible for working with the Maintenance Department, Plant Manager & Production Supervisor to fulfill the day-to-day operational duties necessary to ensure a clean, safe and productive manufacturing environment. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES : Perform routine daily rounds to check the operational readiness of building systems including heating, cooling, ventilation, vacuum & nitrogen systems, compressed air systems and lighting. Make routine daily rounds to confer with supervisors and machine operators to determine operational condition of the equipment in use. Report all issues and observations to the Plant Manager to determine course of action. Recognize and remedy / repair small mechanical or electrical problems as needed, reporting complex situations to the Plant Engineering Manager for course of action. Perform routine and special duties including cleaning, service, repairs, modifications and improvements to equipment and systems. Perform preventative maintenance as scheduled and enter all task related data in the preventative maintenance software program. Maintain the cleanliness and order of the maintenance workshop, associated tools and equipment. Raise quality concerns with management and troubleshoot to address issues. Work with manufacturing and management teams to identify possible areas for improvement in machine or manufacturing processes. KEY REQUIREMENTS : High School Diploma or GED. 5 years or more of relevant vocational / technical training or equivalent work experience. Ability to trouble to determine causes of operating errors or equipment failures and determine solution, show a logical approach to solving problems and proactively enlist help as needed. Must be familiar w basic tools used in maintenance and construction tasks, demonstrates the ability to safely and effectively use manual and basic power tools. Must be familiar with principles of electricity and electrical power circuits and equipment. Carefully assesses important aspects of as task or issue, determine critical aspects of the task and prioritize important elements of a task. Ability to routinely arrive punctually and ready to work, focusing on work tasks throughout the day. Make productive use of time and be reliable to the team. Able to follow written or verbal instructions, ability to follow through on assigned tasks in the proper sequence, asks questions to ensure understanding. Reads and understands basic work instructions, operating manuals and other written information essential to the job. Can safely operate and maintain an industrial fork-truck, including inside a building and in tight spaces. Bilingual candidates preferred (English / Spanish). Please apply today to be immediately considered for the role! Elgen Staffing is the fastest growing staffing agency in New Jersey. With a deep understanding of today's hiring trends and technologies we have the ability to leverage the most effective recruiting methods to find the best candidates across numerous markets and industries and place them into the appropriate position successfully. Please allow us to help you find your dream job today!