Maintenance Mechanic - Multiple Levels

Do you want to be a valued part of a winning team?

Our growth at Dart Container relies on extraordinary talent, like you, who is always looking for a better way and believe anything is possible. We believe business is a human endeavor and place a lot of value on our employees and the contributions they make on a daily basis to our success.

We are looking for Maintenance Mechanics who have a good work ethic, self-motivation, and a willingness to comply with all safety, quality, and Good Manufacturing Practices. If you want an opportunity like no other to learn skills and contribute to the heartbeat of our company, Dart is the choice for you!

In this role, you will safely and timely perform routine and non-routine equipment maintenance to maximize product quality and efficiency. There are so many opportunities and different aspects of the job to learn and keep each day exciting. We have a friendly atmosphere, safe working environment and great pay.  

Shift Availability: 

8 PM - 8 AM

What we offer… 

• Excellent benefits package, including health, dental, vision, 401K and more!  

• Ability to earn pay increases and advancement opportunities  

• A supportive and inclusive work culture that prioritizes safety  

• Approved job-related training and tuition reimbursement    

• Paid holidays and paid time off    

What you’ll do… 

• Install, diagnose, analyze, maintain, modify, repair and/or rebuild a variety of plant and facility equipment 

• Perform preventive maintenance tasks, such as checking, cleaning, or repairing equipment to detect and prevent problems to ensure that machines continue to run smoothly and operate efficiently 

• Assist production personnel in change-over and set-ups 

• Dismantle defective machines and equipment to gain access to problem areas or to install new or repaired parts 

Who is our ideal candidate? 

Level 3 candidates must bring:

• Five (5) years’ experience performing preventive maintenance, diagnostics, and repair, or comparable experience with trade school or training
• Special knowledge in use of hand-tools, power-tools and specialized knowledge in lock-out tab\g-out (LOTO) and introductory electrical knowledge to include basic wiring principles and basic electrical troubleshooting
• Ability to perform root cause analysis, compare and investigate information, and recommend and implement resolution
• Advanced mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot complex problems including knowledge of machines and tools, their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance
• Advanced understanding of pneumatics, hydraulics, temperature and pressure gauges
• Understand manufacturing processes and able to inspect and repair or replace components
• Experience using Microsoft Office, including the ability to modify basic reports, documents and spreadsheets in MS Word, and MS Excel
• Experience operating test equipment and/or software

Level IV Candidate Must Bring:

• Seven (7) years’ experience performing preventive maintenance, diagnostics, and repair, or comparable experience with trade school or training 
• Expert knowledge in use of hand-tools, power-tools, [insert additional specializations such as machining, electrical, electronics, plumbing, carpentry, welding, HVAC, PLC, CNC, etc]
• Previous plant production software experience required, SAP experience preferred
• Ability to perform root cause analysis, compare and investigate information, and recommend and implement resolution
• Proven analytical problem solver 
• Ability to effectively manage and execute multiple tasks, projects and priorities 
• Proficient in interfacing with computers
• Excellent verbal and written skills necessary in order to communicate intricate job-related processes
• Organizational skills including the ability to prioritize workload to meet deadlines
• Ability to utilize and train employees on technology, processes and procedures
• Math skills to include simple addition, subtraction, multiplication and division
• Familiar with and ability to convert decimals to fractions or vice versa
• Expert mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot complex problems including knowledge of machines and tools, their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance
• Expert knowledge of pneumatics, hydraulics, temperature and pressure gauges
• Understand manufacturing processes and able to inspect and repair or replace components.
• Proficient in reading and interpreting blueprints, manuals, and mechanic and electrical schematics
• Experience using Microsoft Office, including the ability to modify basic reports, documents and spreadsheets in MS Word, and MS Excel
• Experience operating test equipment and/or software
• Ability to operate Powered Industrial Truck(PIT), hoists and cranes, and maintain PIT certification
• Demonstration of minimum proficiency with the English language in order to ensure effective new hire training and on-going communications about safety and quality issues

Preferred Qualifications:

• Paper converting, chemical/plastics processing and/or packaging industrial experience
• Vocational, Technical or Associate Degree in Machine Tool, Machine Maintenance, Industrial Electrician, Electro-Mechanics, Mechatronics Technology, Automation Controls, Robotics or related field
• Experience in electrical and mechanical trades such as HVAC, PLC, and CNC

Overview: Dart makes everyday products that give people the freedom to enjoy the food & drinks they love, wherever they are. From to-go containers and dinnerware to tamper-evident food packaging and even the red Solo cup, Dart products have been keeping people on the go and having fun for more than 50 years. Dart is a family-owned, family-focused company of 13,000 employees united by a shared set of values. Headquartered in Mason, MI, Dart has 30 locations in four countries.

Benefits: Dart Container full-time employees enjoy great benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) with company matching contributions, paid vacation, paid holidays, short-term disability, tuition assistance, product discounts and more.

Dart Container is a drug-free workplace.  Candidates are subject to a drug test (excluding THC*/marijuana/cannabis) and background check at the time of offer.

*THC testing ONLY when such testing is required by law.

Dart Container is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all candidates for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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