Maintenance Machinist

Maintenance Machinist

Aeromotive Group is home to some of the automotive aftermarket's most respected performance brands, including Aeromotive Fuel Systems, PerTronix Ignition Products, Taylor Cable, JBA Performance Exhaust, Doug's Headers, Patriot Exhaust, Compu-Fire, and Spyke.

Our products fuel the passion of automotive enthusiasts around the world-from street performance and muscle cars to racing, off-road, and custom applications.

Position Summary

Aeromotive is seeking a skilled Maintenance Machinist to join our team in Lenexa, Kansas. This is a full-time, hourly position reporting directly to the Production Supervisor.

The Maintenance Machinist is responsible for maintaining and repairing manufacturing equipment, fabricating and modifying production fixtures, machining replacement parts, and supporting facility operations. This role combines industrial maintenance, machining, troubleshooting, and fabrication to ensure production equipment operates safely and efficiently while minimizing downtime.

The ideal candidate is mechanically inclined, highly dependable, and capable of reverse engineering components and developing practical solutions with minimal direction.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance on production equipment, machinery, and facility systems.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, electrical, and motor control systems.
• Diagnose equipment failures and perform corrective repairs to minimize production downtime.
• Perform minor maintenance and repairs on all machines and equipment throughout the facility.
• Make, modify, repair, and improve production fixtures, tooling, and manufacturing aids.
• Operate manual machining equipment, including Bridgeport mills and manual lathes.
• Fabricate replacement parts and components to support manufacturing operations.
• Reverse engineer existing parts, fixtures, and assemblies when engineering drawings are unavailable.
• Assist with equipment installations, upgrades, and continuous improvement projects.
• Complete work orders and maintenance documentation accurately and timely.
• Perform assigned 5S activities and support workplace organization, cleanliness, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment.
• Follow all company safety policies and OSHA requirements.
• Collaborate with production, engineering, and operations teams to support manufacturing objectives.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills and Qualifications

• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Experience operating Bridgeport mills, manual lathes, and other machine shop equipment.
• Ability to reverse engineer parts, fixtures, and assemblies without engineering prints or drawings.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, schematics, and specifications.
• Experience with machining, fabrication, and fixture building.
• Working knowledge of pneumatic, hydraulic, mechanical, and electrical systems.
• Welding and fabrication experience preferred.
• Experience using precision measuring instruments, including calipers, micrometers, and gauges.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Excellent problem-solving and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent required.
• Technical school training, machining certification, or related trade education preferred.
• Minimum of three years of machining, maintenance, fabrication, or related manufacturing experience preferred.
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment strongly preferred.

Schedule and Compensation

• Full-Time, Hourly Position
• Monday–Friday
• 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Onsite in Lenexa, Kansas
• Reports to the Production Supervisor
• $30.00–$32.00 per hour, depending on experience

What You'll Get

• Weekly pay
• Paid holidays plus 80 hours of PTO in your first year
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) with a 3% Safe Harbor company contribution
• $100 monthly food credit for our on-site kitchen
• Employee product discounts

Aeromotive reserves the right to modify, amend, or terminate benefits at any time, with or without notice.

Important to Know

Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a background check.

Aeromotive participates in E-Verify and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.