Maintenance Mechanic II, 1st Shift

Now offering a $2,000 sign-on bonus for all Maintenance Mechanic roles!

Job Summary:

As a Maintenance Mechanic 2 at Behr, you will play a critical role in keeping our equipment and processes running safely and efficiently. Youll leverage your strong troubleshooting skills and mechanical expertise to diagnose and repair mechanical, pneumatic, and electrical issues. Using a variety of tools including soldering equipment, drills, measuring devices, and hand tools you will perform both reactive repairs and proactive preventative maintenance.

Youll work on a range of equipment, including conveyors, liquid filling systems (pumps and valves), and packaging machines such as balers and tapers. Youll also be responsible for documenting your work accurately, following safety protocols (including wearing a respirator in designated areas), and ensuring all equipment meets performance standards.

Main Responsibilities of the Role:

• Develop a strong understanding of equipment processes, effectively diagnose issues, and apply practical solutions to keep operations running smoothly.
• Gain experience in milling and filling departments while mastering fabrication techniques using shop equipment like shears, brakes, and cutting tools.
• Confidently troubleshoot and repair motor control circuits and VFDs, making adjustments to optimize performance.
• Keep detailed records of completed tasks, ensuring all work is performed accurately and on schedule.
• Contribute to a positive, safe, and organized environment by promoting high craftsmanship standards and actively supporting team efforts.

Requirements of the Role:

• Proficient in electrical systems, general mechanical repairs, and welding/fabrication processes.
• Skilled in SAP transactions, MS Office, and general PC operations.
• Capable of reading and understanding repair instructions for manufacturing equipment and operating shop tools (grinders, band saws, drill presses)
• Ability to operate a forklift safely (certification is not a requirement)
• A complete high school education whether it be a High School Diploma or GED

Heres what we offer you:

• A $2,000 sign-on bonus for all Maintenance Mechanic positions
• Competitive pay and quarterly bonus opportunities with a $3/hr shift differential for all shifts that start at 12PM or later
• Accrue 15 paid days off your first year
• 401(k) retirement plant with 4% match
• Competitive health plans for individuals and families
• Check out behr.com/careers to view a comprehensive list of our benefits and perks

Founded in 1947, Behr Paint Company is one of the largest manufacturers of paints, primers, decorative finishes, stains, surface preparation and application products for do-it-yourselfers and professionals in the United States, Canada, Mexico, China and Chile. The Santa Ana, Calif.-based company and maker of the BEHR, KILZ, WHIZZ and E&J brands is dedicated to meeting the project needs of DIYers, professionals, architects and designers with an unwavering commitment to quality, innovation and value. At Behr Paint, we strive to have all team members bring their best selves and their unique perspectives every day. To learn more about who we are and what its like to work with us, visit Behr.com/consumer/careers.

Our Commitment to a Culture of Inclusion and Belonging

We believe a workplace that encourages and values different voices, perspectives, and backgrounds builds better teams, better solutions, and more innovation. The goal is for every single team member to have a voice and experience a sense of belonging here, regardless of where they sit in the organization and what their background is. We look forward to your sharing your outstanding and unique talents and perspectives with us!

BEHR (the Company) is an equal opportunity employer and we want to have the best available persons in every job. The Company makes employment decisions only based on merit. It is the Companys policy to prohibit discrimination in any employment opportunity (including but not limited to recruitment, employment, promotion, salary increases, benefits, termination and all other terms and conditions of employment) based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, pregnancy, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, physical/mental disability, medical condition, marital/domestic partner status, military and veteran status, height, weight or any other such characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. The Company is committed to complying with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities. This commitment applies to all persons involved in the operations of the Company regardless of where the employee is located and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee of the Company.

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