Job Description

Job Description

SHAKESPEARE COMPANY LLC, a Jadex Inc. company, is a US-based manufacturer of both industrial and consumer products for a wide variety of industries and applications.

Shakespeare® industrial products are tailored to the customer's unique needs and include custom engineered nylon resins, performance monofilaments, and conductive fibers used as raw materials in finished goods ranging from automotive components to medical applications. The company operates under the Shakespeare®, Rino-Tuff®, and Weed Warrior® brands in the lawn & garden category and is a major player in the mass merchant channel as the primary universal fit solution for trimmer line, heads, and accessories. The brand is known worldwide within the marine electronics industry for marine radio antennas with a portfolio of connectivity solutions and accessories to help keep boaters connected and safe. Maintaining communications is of utmost importance to military forces across the world and Shakespeare®'s line of military antenna products plays a critical role in achieving mission success.

Mechanic

Position Summary

Join our top-tier maintenance team as a Mechanic 5-the go-to expert for keeping our production running smoothly. You'll lead by example, working with mechanics and electricians to tackle preventive maintenance, troubleshooting issues, and keeping equipment safe, reliable, and production ready. You'll know the ins and outs of PM schedules, spare parts, and repair techniques-and you'll use that knowledge to stop downtime before it starts. Expect hands-on work in a fast-paced, non-climate-controlled environment, Monday-Friday day shift. If you're ready to be the problem-solver everyone counts on, this is your role.

Essential Functions

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• Lead an 11-person maintenance team to keep equipment running and downtime to a minimum.
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• Plan and execute preventive maintenance to keep production lines meeting customer demands.
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• Partner with Operations to schedule work and maximize uptime.
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• Use CMMS to track, manage, and complete work orders efficiently.
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• Train, mentor, and support mechanics-sharing your expertise to grow the team's skills.
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• Inspect, troubleshoot, and repair machinery using manuals, blueprints, and technical resources.
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• Ensure all work meets the highest safety, quality, and housekeeping standards.
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• Leverage strong communication and computer skills to drive results and continuous improvement.
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Secondary Functions

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• Master use of mechanical hand and power tools
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• Able to operate basic job shop equipment
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• Capable of satisfactory welds using Arc, MIG, and TIG welders
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• Capable of fabricating parts and guards for machinery
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• Capable of doing basic electrical troubleshooting on equipment.
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• Demonstrates commitment to safety and general housekeeping
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• Demonstrates commitment to customer quality, business results and continuous improvement
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• Expected to increase knowledge of buildings, grounds, infrastructure and operations
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• Complete other tasks as required
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Required Training

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• Confined Space
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• Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)
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• Line Break
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• Hot Work
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• Forklift Certified
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• Working at Heights
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• HAZWOPER
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What We're Looking For:

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• Strong mechanical skills and a knack for problem-solving
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• Self-driven, adaptable team player with great communication
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• Experience with modern automated manufacturing and heavy equipment
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• Able to work nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed
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• Physically able to lift to 60 lbs., climb ladders, and work at heights
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Education:

• High school diploma or GED required, associate's degree a plus

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The above statements describe the general nature and level of responsibilities for this position and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of this position. Company management may assign other relevant, business-related duties.

Jadex Inc and its Businesses do not discriminate in employment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.

Job Tags

Worldwide, Night shift, Weekend work, Day shift, Monday to Friday,

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