Valmet
Maintenance Mechanic
Aiken, SC · Contract
Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 30 days ago
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About the role
- If you are a highly energetic, highly innovative and mechanically inclined individual we have a great career opportunity for you!
- Experience working with large, heavy manufacturing equipment with the ability to run overhead crane and forklifts safely and efficiently.
- This includes the ability to learn new systems quickly, understanding how parts relate, and how they impact system functionality.
Requirements
- Knowledge of and ability to apply inspection techniques (e.g., formalized inspection standards, inspection instructions, best practices) and use inspection tools efficiently.
- The ability to read and use micrometers, functional and cylindrical gauges, indicator setups and scales.
- Ability to use torque wrenches to adjust parts and equipment, or install parts and equipment, following established specifications and procedures.
- The ability to accomplish a task with concern for all the areas involved, including the ability to notice inconsistencies in parts, equipment, or production processes to prevent faulty products leaving the facility.
Nice to have
- ideally a minimum of three to five years' experience.
- Knowledge of papermaking machinery a plus, but not required.
- Willing to work with and train candidates with a high level of initiative and personal motivation.
Benefits
- A competitive wage and a benefits package that includes a company funded pension plan and a 401k.
Company info
- We Offer Valmet is a dynamic work environment supporting people who enjoy working in a fast-paced and energetic setting.
- With 13,000 professionals around the world, we are the leading global developer and supplier of technologies, automation and services for the pulp, paper and energy industries.
- Our commitment to moving our customers' performance forward requires creativity, technological innovations, service know-how -and above all, teamwork.
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