Harlequin, a division of HarperCollins, is seeking a qualified Mechanic Technician - 2nd Shift (2:30pm-11:00pm).

What We Do:

Harlequin is a 400,000 square foot logistics warehouse located in Depew, NY.  We print and process book orders for direct-to-consumer (DTC) and business to business to business (B2B) customers.

Position Shift Hours:

• 2:30 pm – 11:00 pm
• Ability to work overtime when needed.

Pay:

• $26 - $30 per hour Salary will commensurate with experience
  • Additional $.75 per hour for shift differential.

Benefits

• Health Insurance – includes medical, dental, and vision.
• Health Saving Account (with employer funding) and Flexible Spending Account
• Life Insurance
• Leave Benefits – Paid Parental Leave and Compassionate Caregiver Leave.
• Paid time off – up to 3 weeks in your first year.
• Holiday Pay – up to 11 in a calendar year.
• 401(k) match AND non-elective contribution
• Optional Benefits such as: Accident, Hospital Indemnity, Auto Insurance, Home & Renters Insurance, and many more!

Fun

Life is not always about work; we must also have fun!

We have various events throughout the year whether it’s a holiday luncheon, Bill Tail Gating BBQ, or bringing ice cream or food trucks on site, it’s all about kicking back and having some fun.

Summary

A Mechanic Technician works under the direction of the Maintenance Supervisor and collaborates with the Maintenance Team to set up, troubleshoot, repair, and perform preventive maintenance on production equipment to ensure efficient and safe operations. This shift will primarily be responsible for preventive maintenance.

The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate the following:

Operations Equipment

• Perform scheduled, routine preventative maintenance to keep equipment operating efficiently and minimize downtime.  This will include inspecting, cleaning, making minor repairs, and testing.
• Changing belts on conveyors.
• Minor electrical.

Short Print Run Equipment

In our Short Print Run department, we print some of our own books.  This is hi-speed technical print and collating equipment.  You may:

• Provide preventative maintenance to include:  cleaning/lubricating part, changing bearings, etc.
• Locates sources of problem by observing machinery in operation and troubleshooting to get to root cause.
• Work with vendor to diagnose and repair/replace parts. 
• Changing belts.
• Testing equipment to ensure smooth operation.

Miscellaneous

• Follow all safety protocols and initiatives.
• Support 5S initiatives by maintaining clean, organized, and safe work areas free from debris and pallets.
• Maintain various maintenance and downtime logs and required paperwork accurately.

Education, Experience & Skills:

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 2-3 years of proven experience troubleshooting and repairing mechanical equipment.
• Knowledge of conveyors, hydraulics, pneumatics, and some electrical systems.
• Experience working with controls (i.e., photo eyes & sensors).
• Proficient with MS product (Outlook)
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, divide, and count.
• Ability to read machine prints, mechanical and electrical drawings.
• Ability to prioritize tasks.
• Demonstrated ability to clearly communicate equipment status, production impacts, and quality concerns to team members and supervisors.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Frequently required to stand, sit, walk, reach with hands and arms, grasp with hands, and use close vision and depth perception.
• Regularly bends and lifts weights up to 30 lbs.; occasionally lifts up to 50 lbs.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Frequently operates or works near moving equipment.
• Works in moderate noise environments.
• Occasional exposure to diesel fumes from dock trucks.
• Works in varying temperature conditions.

HarperCollins Publishers is an equal opportunity employer.

HarperCollins Publishers is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities, in our job application and/or interview process. If you need assistance or accommodation in completing your application, due to a disability, email us at TalentManagement@harpercollins.com. Note: we will only respond to accommodation requests.