Mechanic/Millwright - SMS group Inc

What We Do

SMS group is the leading partner in the world of metals. SMS group Inc. in Valparaiso, IN is part of a global company that employs more than 14,400 people at over 100 location, throughout 31 countries. We use our over 150 years of experience and unique expertise in metallurgy, industrial processes and digitalization to create new perspectives for our industry through continuous innovation. We are the leading market player in the design and construction of blast furnace and coke oven plants and an original equipment supplier, offering comprehensive maintenance and spare part services for iron making, metals production, continuous casting and rolling (flat and long products), tubes, welded pipes, forging, non-ferrous technology and heat treatment plants - all from a single source.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical duties on equipment as instructed, in accordance with QA, health/safety and OSHA requirements and policies
• Disassemble, assemble and test equipment at the direction of the Workshop Manager
• Perform fabrication of lightweight apparatus and/or structures used in the maintenance of equipment
• Interface with project management, engineers, technical personnel and other staff as needed to complete projects.
• Perform housekeeping and maintenance activities as required
• Provide any additional support where needed

Supervisory Responsibilities

• This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Job Qualifications

• A minimum of three years of experience with primary responsibility for refurbishment, reconditioning and spare parts in a job shop environment
• Knowledge of disassembly, assembly, machining and fabrication methods including MIG, SMAW & TIG welding practices
• Knowledge of overhead crane, lift trucks and maintenance including hoisting and rigging techniques
• Knowledge of electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic & piping systems
• Knowledge in the use of hand and power tools
• Ability to read prints and drawings
• Ability to follow step-by-step procedures with accuracy
• Candidate must have good interpersonal and communication skills
• Must have a valid driver's license
• Education Requirements: Vocational or High School; Specialized Technical Training; or combination of training and experience

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to do the following:

• Remain in a standing or walking position for extended periods of time
• Stoop, kneel and bend at the waist and reach on a daily basis
• Lift and move up to 50 pounds occasionally
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision and depth perception

Schedule

• Full-Time, 8-hour shift
• Monday to Friday, 7:00am - 3:30pm, with 30 minutes for lunch

Benefits

• Paid Vacation - 10 days in the first year (prorated to start date)
• 10 Paid Holiday - includes 1 'floating' holiday that the employee can choose
• Impressive Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Long & Short Term Disability / AD&D / Company Paid Life Insurance
• 401K w/matching contributions
• Flexible Spending Account / Health Savings Account
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Annual Bonus
• And More!