Senior Maintenance Mechanic

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Are you highly qualified in mechanical maintenance and repairs, looking to drive quality and safety at a leading consumer packaged goods company? If so, then we have an opportunity for you!

We are currently looking for a Senior Maintenance Mechanic to join our Maintenance department with US Smokeless Tobacco in Hopkinsville, KY.

Your primary role will be to support Production Operations, Quality, Safety and CC&S. You will be responsible for maintaining operation and repairs of mechanical plant equipment, facilities and grounds across all shifts and locations.

What you will be doing:

• Ensure operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements on motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, and production machines.
• Diagnose malfunctioning systems, apparatus, and components (mechanical and electrical), using test equipment and hand tools to determine root cause of a breakdown and to correct the problem.
• Use performance data to trend and identify continuous improvement opportunities in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficient in using welding, hydraulics, chains, belting, pneumatics, HVAC, PLC I/O devices, and circuitry. You will use these skills to repair and maintain production equipment.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics and mechanical drawings. You can follow diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer’s instructions, and engineering specifications.
• Troubleshoot older machinery when no schematics are available.
• Use a computer database to detail all relevant maintenance work performed. (Work orders, requisition forms, PM task, etc.).
• Maintain an organized work area to ensure tools, parts, and materials are stored in a neat and orderly manner to improve efficiency. You will also maintain housekeeping expectations.
• Foster an environment that promotes a culture of safety, quality, CC&S, and regulatory compliance guided by procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Participate in team meetings, detailing actions, communicating opportunities and ongoing tasks.

Qualifications and Education:

• High School Diploma or GED and 5 years mechanical experience with specific mechanical training and or certifications.
• Encouraged to pursue continuing education classes during your working life to keep up with changes in the industry.
• Work independently, follow written and verbal instructions, and work cooperatively with other personnel.
• Extensive knowledge of strong team processes, engagement skills with strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Intermediate digital literacy to include Microsoft Office programs.
• Mechanical experience in a regulated environment preferred.
• Skilled in troubleshooting and problem solving.
• Balance multiple priorities often with a short suspense and in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work at heights and close quarters, crawl under and over equipment, and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Regular and reliable on-site attendance is required.

At Altria, we recognize that our people are the reason we achieve our business goals. We believe in developing the leadership potential of our employees by providing them with opportunities for training, development, and advancement.