GENERAL JOB DESCRIPTION:
This position is responsible for providing professional Mechanical Engineering service and technical
support to Maintenance and Operation departments for the re-design, modification, re-engineering
and retro-fitting of machinery and equipment to improve quality and productivity.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
1.Analyzes and defines machinery and equipment problems to improve quality,
productivity, repair damaged equipment, save money, and increase production line
up-time.
2.Re-designs, re-engineers and/or retro-fits machinery and equipment that needs
upgrading, is damaged, is poorly designed or is incorrectly used in order to improve
quality and productivity, to repair damaged equipment, to save money and to
improve production line up-time.
3.Defines and scopes projects, makes engineering drawings or layouts, writes
engineering reports, makes cost estimates, obtains bids, writes work orders, makes
recommendations to management, obtains approval to purchase necessary equipment
and materials, and works with Maintenance and Operations Personnel to retro-fit and
install.
4.Studies machinery requirements, maintenance manuals and maintenance procedures
to design and establish Preventative Maintenance Programs to increase equipment up-
time. Coordinates all Predictive and Preventative Maintenance activities and insures
all maintenance work is satisfactorily complete as assigned.
5.Communicates and coordinates with Maintenance Personnel to provide technical
expertise and support on the full-range of maintenance projects and programs to
reduce maintenance costs, avoid costly downtime, and increase equipment utilization.
6.Defines, prepares and controls work order jobs. Prepares work instructions, orders
and secures spare parts for jobs to be completed by Maintenance Personnel. Reviews
all work done for proper completion to ensure the orderly and efficient utilization of
Maintenance manpower and materials.
7.Provides for and ensures the timely, accurate and efficient administration and control
of the spare parts program assures that all spares which are essential for the orderly
and efficient operation of the plant are either inventoried on site or are readily
available for delivery through equipment vendors in order to avoid unnecessary
downtime waiting for spare parts.
8.Assists Operations and Maintenance with troubleshooting and repairs to pollution
control equipment in order to meet EPA rules and regulations.
9.Follows OSHA regulations as it applies to engineering design, constructions,
maintenance, and equipment installation to assure NAS compliance to safety and
health requirements.
10.Keeps abreast of new equipment and techniques by reading appropriate journals;
associating with professional organizations, trade associations, colleagues, equipment
vendors, service companies, consultants, and government agencies; and attending
conferences, training courses, and continuing education courses as appropriate.

RELATIONSHIPS
1.The Mechanical Maintenance Engineer reports to the Mechanical Maintenance
Engineer-Supervisor. The Mechanical Maintenance Engineer-Supervisor reports to
the Mechanical Maintenance Lead Engineer-Supervisor. The Mechanical
Maintenance Lead Engineer-Supervisor reports to the Mechanical Maintenance
Manager.
2.Has freedom of contact throughout the company on Operations and Maintenance
Engineering activities, particularly with Engineering, Operations and Maintenance
Personnel.
3.Externally, interfaces with equipment manufacturers and vendors concerning
engineering data, performance specifications, on new installations and existing
equipment.

SUPPLEMENTAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
1.Other duties as assigned.
2.Participation in continuous improvement programs.

MINIMUM EDUCATION, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
1.Minimum of Technical Degree from approved University/College (BS/BA)
2.Basic computer skills required
3.No experience required

PHYSICAL ABILITIES REQUIRED:
-Mobility in plant.
-While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly
required to sit.
-The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or
feel and reach with hands and arms.
-The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
-Visual ability with or without correction.
-Communication abilities.

HEALTH AND SAFETY
1.Work in compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and regulations.
2.Follow Company safety rules.
3.Report the absence of or defect in any protective equipment or clothing to the Supervisor
or Manager immediately.
4.Use or wear the equipment, protective devices or clothing that is required to be used or
worn:
-Safety shoes
-Safety glasses
-Hearing protection
5.Report to the Safety Coordinator, Group Lead or Supervisor any contravention of the
Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations or Company policy.
6.Must follow all Lock out Tag out (LOTO) guidelines for designated machines.
7.Maintain a clean and safe work area.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
1.Work in compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and regulations.