Maintenance Mechanic (Machinist)

Company: The Seattle Times
Location: Kent
Posted on: January 19, 2023

Job Description:

Are you mechanically inclined? Eager to grow into a skilled trade? Will train the right person. Join our Operations team today!The Seattle Times, the Pulitzer Prize-winning news organization and premier commercial printing option in the Puget Sound, is hiring for a strong Maintenance Mechanic to join the Print Operations team at our Kent facility. Fondly referred to as a Machinist at our plant, your duties would include (but are not limited to) maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of production-related equipment. This is a great growth opportunity for someone looking to grow into a Mechanic role and gain invaluable trade experience with personalized training on our equipment. Schedule: Sunday through Thursday, with overnight shift running from 6:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m. Successful applicants must be available to work any shift, including nights, weekends, and holidays. Final schedule dependent on shift pick priority. ResponsibilitiesProvide predictive/corrective maintenance support to all areas of production.Analyze problems, implement solutions, and manufacture parts as needed to ensure timely repairs and a smooth-running operation.Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair a broad scope of machinery and equipment.Excellent time management skills, the ability to prioritize and complete projects.Maintain daily work log with work descriptions, time entry and any additional information requested.Adhere to all company and safety policies and guidelines.To work effectively with co-workers in solving problems and to communicate problems from shift to shift.QualificationsMust be mechanically inclined. Willing to train the right individual who demonstrates passion and aptitude. Background or proven aptitude for work as a machinist or millwright preferred. Computer literate.Strong manual hand dexterity.Ability to communicate information, both verbal and written.Ability to maintain professional appearance/demeanor and positive attitude.Must be able to work while standing on ladders and scaffolding and work from heights.CompensationThe full salary range for this position is $30.16 to $39.76 per hour. New hires typically start at $32.28 per hour. BenefitsMedical and dental insurance Employee assistance program and wellness bankOptional life, AD&D, short-term disability, and long-term care insurance401(k) plan and employer contributions to a pension plan administered by the Western Metal Industry Pension Fund2 weeks of vacation per year, increasing to 4 weeks after 4 years Sick pay accrues at a rate of .025 hour per hour worked9 paid holidays Complementary Seattle Times subscriptionParental leave up to 6 monthsPlease Note: This position requires you to join a union and pay ongoing union dues each month. In addition, you will be required to undergo a pre-employment drug screen for controlled substances (excludes cannabis). Employees must also provide their own personal basic machinist and hand tools.Founded in 1896, The Seattle Times continues its tradition as a family-owned, Pulitzer Prize-winning newspaper that cuts through the clutter and provides readers with timely, relevant news. We serve the Pacific Northwest with thoughtful, independent journalism that makes a real difference in our community. And as a media solutions company, we combine cutting-edge digital capabilities and service with the values and integrity of respected traditional media... with an established audience of 2.1 million. At The Seattle Times, you'll find work that matters.If you need assistance to accommodate a disability, please contact Human Resources at careers@seattletimes.com and provide a description of the reasonable accommodation(s) needed.

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