Unicorr Packaging Group, a family-owned leading manufacturer of corrugated and protective packaging, seeks an experienced Maintenance Mechanic to join our team in North Haven, CT.

Responsibilities:

Ability to perform routine service, setup, adjustment and repairs of corrugated manufacturing and converting equipment Perform Predictive & Preventative tasks associated on heavy industrial manufacturing equipment. Identify and correct defects in equipment during preventative maintenance inspections Installation, troubleshooting and maintenance of typical ball & roller bearings Proficient at using hand tools, portable electric tools & maintenance shop equipment Rebuild spare equipment and components. Precision measurements of bearing fits and mounting tolerances. Identify, plan, execute mechanical maintenance tasks Work within an operations driven team environment to resolve issues and improve performance.

Skills and Knowledge:

High school diploma or GED equivalency Minimum of 5 years relevant work experience in an industrial or commercial setting Must be able to work night shift with occasional overtime including nights, holidays, weekends Basic computer skills; Excel, MS Word, email Must understand preventive/predictive/proactive maintenance concepts Ability to perform inspections, repairs and troubleshooting of mechanical drive systems, pumps, etc. Ability to handle multiple priorities Problem solving and decision-making skills Motivated self starter Good communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate with many different people daily. Work at heights, in pits and in confined spaces. Basic Machinist Skills Knowledgeable of lubrication best practices Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of the job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle and feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear; ability to use senses to diagnose and troubleshoot problems. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift/or move up to 50 pounds. Work environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of his job. Responsible accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is frequently exposed to electrical shock. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; high precarious places; outside weather conditions; extreme cold; extreme heat and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Local Union:

United Steel Workers About Us Unicorr Packaging Group is a family owned and operated business that has been incorporated since 1946. Experience, expertise and value-added services have made us the preferred supplier to hundreds of customers regionally, nationally and globally. Our customers range from the high tech and medical industries to food and beverage companies. Unicorr has distinguished itself by its integrity and its manufacturing, design and service excellence, being among the largest converters of corrugated products and protective packaging in the Northeast. Practicing lean thinking to promote efficiency, sustainability and the elimination of waste along with a customer-partnership philosophy, has led to Unicorr's success and growth. Unicorr reaches across multiple facilities and warehouses with a full complement of capabilities and a wide product offering. We have 6 manufacturing facilities with a number of satellite warehouses strategically located to service our customers. We manufacture corrugated containers, displays and retails packaging and protective packaging. In addition, we have an experienced team of graphic designers and structural engineers in 3 design centers as well as a certified ISTA lab. For additional information on Unicorr Packaging Group, please visit our website at www.unicorr.com. Unicorr Packaging Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$25.00 - $35.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Experience:

Mechanical knowledge: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person