Forklift Mechanic

About the Company

Mayzon is seeking a Forklift Mechanic to play an important role in helping to assure the smooth and successful management of innovative products into volume manufacturing.

About the Role

• Professional who performs maintenance, repairs and servicing of forklift trucks and associated lifting equipment. Consults management regarding issues encountered.
• Understands and performs daily job duties in a manner which supports the Company/ Department SAFETY – QUALITY – PRODUCTION goals and objectives.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine, emergency and preventative maintenance on all lifting equipment.
• Interpret manufacturer’s technical manuals to perform the necessary maintenance & repairs needed.
• Maintain an organized and neat work area. · Troubleshoot forklift problems to include brake, electrical and hydraulic systems, detect imperfections, potential problems, safety issues and/or malfunctions.
• Monitor the inventory in the shop and order parts when necessary.
• Troubleshoot equipment for best repairable outcomes.
• Perform installations and removals as needed.
• Work and communicate with vendors to assist in repairs and warranty issues.
• Work in conjunction with the Maintenance department.
• Support the department 5S and housekeeping standards and implementation.
• Perform preventive maintenance on all types of lift equipment owned by Zenith Products Inc.
• Establish and maintain documentation relevant to lift equipment repairs and PM processes.
• Any assignment as directed per management within the scope of personal capabilities.

Indirect Skills

• Perform housekeeping.
• Drive to other locations for repairs of equipment.
• Make service calls to repair equipment and vehicles away from maintenance shop area.
• Responsible for locating and ordering necessary parts from vendors.
• Support manufacturing within the department and facility and assist others

Required Skills

• Familiarity with various hand tools and power tools; battery, pneumatic, and electric powered.
• Familiarity with various types of lift equipment; battery, propane, and diesel.
• Demonstrated ability to write legibly, to maintain records, and follow oral and written instructions.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precaution

Personnel Characteristics

• Available to work overtime, including weekends and vacation coverage.
• Ability to use a crane according to Zenith’s safety requirements and policy.
• Ability to communicate in English effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Able to use common sense.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships at all levels.
• Understanding of basic computer programs.
• Comfortable in the use of walkies and sit-down forklift. Training to be provided if necessary.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs. frequently.
• Physically capable of assisting with the moving and handling of tooling components.
• Able to lift up to 25 lbs. frequently.
• Have a valid driver’s license

Equal Opportunity Statement