Maintenance Machinist/Mechanic - WireCo WorldGroup

WireCo® is the strength behind the world’s evolution, through deep legacy and forward thinking. We create premium ropes that inspire innovation without limits. WireCo® is headquartered in Prairie Village, Kansas with manufacturing plants, distribution facilities and research and development centers worldwide.

The Maintenance Machinist/Mechanic is responsible for performing highly diversified duties to install, troubleshoot, repair and maintain production/facility equipment to ensure minimal machine downtime and maximum production efficiency.  The ideal candidate will show knowledge of and embody the behaviors of the WireCo Business System(WBS); Teamwork, Accountable, Self-Aware, Noble Intent, Determined, Transparent and Curious.

Schedule: Shift to be determined based on skills testing

The Maintenance Machinist/Mechanic must exhibit and proactively motivate others in the behaviors of the WireCo Business System (WBS):

• Teamwork - welcomes an environment of inclusiveness and healthy debate that reflects our team’s strength
• Accountable – celebrates our successes, learn from failures, avoid excuses, and own the outcomes of our efforts
• Self-Aware – demonstrates an understanding of our strengths and needs, considering how our actions impact others
• Noble Intent – acts in the interests of others, approaching our work with integrity to ensure the best outcome
• Determined – takes initiative, share ideas and find solutions to win and achieve our goals
• Transparent – promotes open and honest communication and constructive feedback for clarity and truth
• Curious – seeks knowledge and outside input to test our way of thinking, challenging the status quo

Duties & Responsibilities

• Setup, operate and maintain various machine tools including but not limited to lathes, milling machines, grinders and drill presses to fabricate and repair precision parts and tools.
• Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings and schematics to determine machining operations required.
• Perform mechanical skills including, but not limited to, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, pneumatic, hydraulic, troubleshooting and repair of production machines.
• Measures, examines, and tests completed units in order to detect defects and ensure conformance to specifications.
• Perform regular preventative maintenance on machines, equipment and plant facility.
• Install machinery and mechanical equipment.
• Repair fork trucks.
• Comply with safety regulations and maintain clean and orderly work areas.
• Handles complex issues and problems while performing under minimal supervision.
• Other duties as required.

Supervisory Responsibility

• None

Materials and Equipment Directly Used

• Standard office equipment including computer, mouse, keyboard, telephone, multifunction copier
• Personal protective equipment, including safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves, and steel-toed safety shoes.

Required Qualifications

• Possess math skills and mechanical aptitude.
• Must be able to read micrometers, calipers, dial indicators and tape measure.
• Must be able to use assorted hand tools, power tools, welders, cutting torch, lathes, milling machines, grinders and drill presses.
• Knowledge of various materials and their properties to be able to suggest and apply different materials as needed.
• Must be able to stand/walk on concrete floors 10-12hrs.
• Must be able to push/pull and lift up to 50lbs.
• Must be able to work in extreme environmental conditions of high and low temperatures.

Preferred Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Three-to-five years’ experience as a machinist/mechanic in a manufacturing environment or similar field.

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction.
• An applicant must complete a satisfactory background check post-offer of employment.  A criminal conviction will not be an automatic bar to employment.
• Must be willing and able to pass a post-offer drug screen and physical (if required)
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disability