Machinist Mechanic, Wenatchee, Washington

Job description

As a Fortune 500 company, Packaging Corporation of America (PCA) is an ideas and solutions company.

Our corrugated packaging business seeks to be the leader in helping our customers — large and small — package, transport and display products of all kinds.

Our white paper business delivers Paper With Purpose by providing the highest level of customer service and operational excellence.

We have approximately 15,000 team members in more than 100 locations in the United States that strive to meet the local needs of our customers.

Our mission is to serve the needs of our customers, today and tomorrow, with products and services that exceed expectations for performance and environmental responsibility.





People • Customers • Trust



At PCA, you'll find the best people in the industry operating in a golden rule culture.

We actively promote mutually rewarding relationships with each other and our customers by advocating respect for every individual, ethical and fair practices, and the highest standards in what we say and do.

This position services machines in the Wenatchee area for PCA's Columbia Region.

PCA offers competitive benefits package, included but not limited to:


+ Medical, dental, vision

+ Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance

+ 401k with company match

+ Gainshare program

+ Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays

+ Short and long-term disability

+ Stipends for both safety shoes and glasses


EXPLANATION:

Employees (and their dependents) are eligible for medical, dental, vision, basic life and disability insurance coverage, subject to applicable waiting periods.




+ Employees are:


+ Automatically enrolled in PCA's 401k retirement plan at the time of hire.



+ Eligible for 11 holidays after completing 30 days worked.



+ Reimbursed up to $150 for safety shoes after completing their introductory period.



+ Eligible for up to $35 per month for monthly fitness memberships.



+ Annual gainshare up to 10 percent of earnings





The Mechanical Packaging Technician is responsible for building, maintaining and repairing our packaging machines, such as a tray pack HSCs and DRCs. This position will service PCA's customers in the Wenatchee and surrounding areas as needed along with three other technicians.

A company vehicle for making service calls and cellphone will be provided to the incumbent along with the competitive compensation and benefits package.

The hourly rate for this position is $25 - $34 depending on qualifications.





RESPONSIBILITIES:


+ Perform a variety of tasks to design, manufacture, troubleshoot, repair, rebuild, and replace mechanical and electrical components on packaging equipment both at our facility and customer locations nationwide.





+ Work as part of a team in a manufacturing/production operations with a goal of increasing productivity, reducing downtime and waste.





+ Follow all company safety rules and lock-out tag-out procedures.





+ Work with a sense of urgency to reduce client downtime.





+ Develop a close relationship with customers to aid in process of becoming preferred supplier.






BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:


+ Must be authorized to work in the U.S.



+ One-year steady work history in a maintenance role and/or technical certification.



+ Be passionate about maintaining a safe work environment.





+ Ability to work on call, weekends and overtime as required.





+ Ability to troubleshoot and repair of mechanical and/or electrical equipment.





+ Proper general maintenance and troubleshooting practices.





+ Knowledge of pneumatic systems.





+ Must have good interpersonal skills, planning and organizing skills, ability to work independently, and a high degree of self-motivation.





+ Good verbal and written communication skills.





+ Good computer skills



+ Ability to read and interpret blueprints, tables, charts, etc.





+ Demonstrated ability to read technical service literature and accurately follow instructions provided.





+ Must be willing to pursue ongoing technical training to enhance capabilities.





+ Must be able to occasionally travel in USA and Canada




PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:


+ 2 to 5 years of practical application experience in mechanical, electrical and pneumatic maintenance functions.



+ 2+ years of experience in successfully troubleshooting and repairing industrial machinery and/or technical degree in related field.



+ Bilingual: English and Spanish




KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:


+ Ability to work safely in a fast-paced environment.





+ Must be able to acquire and/or retain a multi-craft skill set.

The candidate must be able to acquire the skills of mechanic, electrician and machinist via on job training or institutional learning.





+ Willingness and ability to share ideas with others to solve problems of essential importance.





+ Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships with coworkers and customers.





+ Ability to work alone and in a team environment.





+ Willingness and ability to work in environments with varying temperatures.





+ Must be capable of recognizing sounds of moving equipment and machinery for safety purposes and identifying machine issues.






All qualified candidates must apply online at www.careers.packagingcorp.com (http://www.packagingcorp.com/employment)


PCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories.









All qualified applicants must apply at Careers.packagingcorp.com to be considered.

PCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories.




Job Details

Pay Type Hourly
Hiring Min Rate 25 USD
Hiring Max Rate 34 USD

Required Skill Profession

Other General