WHO WE ARE:
Who knew? On a beautiful green island in south Puget Sound sits the world’s best “bone factory!” For over four decades Pacific Research Laboratories, dba, Sawbones, has been creating and manufacturing state-of-the-art anatomical medical training and simulation models, right here on Vashon Island. And not only that… we also offer contracted manufacturing solutions using the latest technology and innovative engineering, to turn others’ ideas into salable products. As employee-owners, we’re a dedicated bunch, proud of the products we make and the strong relationships we’ve built over the years with our customers, vendors, and the community.
Island residents enjoy a peaceful, unhurried lifestyle, outdoor activities, and an opportunity to have “the best of both worlds” with West Seattle, Tacoma, and the Kitsap peninsula each a short ferry ride away. We also have Metro bus service and a weekday water taxi to downtown Seattle - lots of transport options. And the orca-sightings are free!
WHAT WE OFFER:
We offer a comprehensive salary and benefit package that includes commuter subsidies, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance plus paid time off (PTO) and sick leave. After one year of service, you are automatically enrolled in our ESOP, you are then also eligible to join our 401k plan that includes company matching.
HOW TO APPLY:
Candidates must complete an online application in order to be considered for this position. First you will create an account within our online application system. Then you can choose the position that you would like to apply for. You can find the link to our online application system by visiting our website at WWW.SAWBONES.COM/CAREERS.
Machine Maintenance Mechanic I
Full Time, Shift TBD
Wage Range $25.50 - $31.50/hr DOE
SUMMARY:
Accepting applications for entry to intermediate level maintenance mechanics. Specific skills include mechanics, pneumatics, hydraulics, machining, welding, and electrical. Duties may include installation, maintenance and repair of production or processing equipment. May fabricate machine parts, install/repair conveyers, replace motors, tear down or replace pumps, maintain fluid collection or distribution equipment or repair electro-mechanical equipment. Perform troubleshooting and work in collaboration with the team. This is a role that provides a great diversity of experience, creative thinking, and exposure to skills/machinery on many levels.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES MAY INCLUDE:
Ensures operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements on engines, motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, and production machines; follows diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer's instructions, and engineering specifications; troubleshoots malfunctions; locates sources of problems by observing mechanical devices in operation; listens for problems; uses precision measuring and testing instruments; removes defective parts by dismantling devices; uses hoists, cranes, and hand and power tools; examines form and texture of parts; determines changes in dimensional requirements of parts by inspecting used parts; uses rulers, calipers, micrometers, and other measuring instruments. controls downtime by informing production workers of routine preventive maintenance and service; fabricates repair parts by using machine shop instrumentation and equipment.
REQUIREMENTS:
Technical knowledge and ability to maintain production and facilities equipment; knowledge and ability to use machine shop tools such as lathes, drill presses, mills, welding equipment; electrical knowledge a plus; ability to frequently use hands and fingers to handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; ability to frequently grasp, open, close, and move tools using hands and wrists; ability to occasionally lift up to 75 lbs. and frequently lift up to approximately 30 lbs.; ability to constantly stand and frequently walk; ability to push, pull, pry, bend, squat and reach throughout the shift; ability to frequently see up close, peripherally and have depth perception; ability to hear and discern specific sounds; ability to attend to detail; ability to adapt during unpredictable situations; ability to work independently; ability to complete daily task list; ability to understand and use different types of basic computers and touch screens; ability to work with urethanes, epoxies, silicones and other plastics; ability to work with adhesives; possess technical and mechanical curiosity; age 18 or older.