Industrial Mechanic

Peru, IL, US, 61354

James Hardie Building Products Inc. is the North American leader in fiber cement home siding and exterior design solutions. Hardie® products offer long lasting beauty and endless design possibilities with trusted protection and low maintenance. The company pioneered modern fiber cement building products and continues to invest in innovation to transform the industry. James Hardie is a high-performance organization, with an unwavering commitment to Zero Harm. The company proudly employs a diverse workforce of over 3,000 employees across operations in North America.

Make your dream career a reality.

As the plant maintenance mechanic reporting to the Maintenance Manager, you will be a key member of the Maintenance team. You will be responsible for all tasks related to predictive and preventative maintenance programs. Tasks include repair and maintenance of all machinery and equipment such as bucket elevators, conveyors, compressors, pumps, pneumatic and hydraulic systems.

What You’ll Do:

  • Maintains production and quality by ensuring efficient operation of machinery and mechanical equipment.
  • Locates sources of problems by observing mechanical devices in operation; listening for problems; using precision measuring and testing instruments
  • Removes defective parts by dismantling devices; safely using hoists, cranes, and hand and power tools
  • Maintains equipment, parts, and supplies inventories

 

Minimum Job Requirements:

  • Associate degree in Mechanical Maintenance or equivalent combination of experience and education.
  • At least 5 years of heavy industrial mechanical and millwright experience in a continuous operating (24/7) manufacturing environment.
  • Demonstrated ability to pay attention to detail and continual diligence about follow-up.
  • Knowledgeable of root cause and fault free analysis techniques
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment

 

Our Total Benefits:

At James Hardie, we recognize that our success depends on our people. We've worked hard to build a generous and competitive benefits program that demonstrates our commitment to our employees.

 

  • Comprehensive low-cost co-pay Health Insurance; medical, dental, prescription, and vision insurance benefits for every 30+ hour full-time employee. Insurance starts on day one!
  • 401(k) Retirement plan that will match 100% of employees saved dollars up to the first 6% of your salary.
  • Paid holidays, a Wellness Pay Program, along with Jury Duty Leave and Funeral Leave paid time off.
  • Free Lunch once a week for day and night shift crew members
  • And more!

     

James Hardie Building Products Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, veteran's status, marital status, pregnancy, disability, or any other basis protected by law.


Nearest Major Market: Ottawa

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