Maintenance Mechanic - Manufacturing and Machinery

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits:

• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• 401(k) matching
• Bonus based on performance
• Dental insurance
• Opportunity for advancement

Benefits/Perks

• Health Dental and Vision Insurance
• 401K
• Paid Time off
• Company Paid Holidays 

Job Summary
The Maintenance Mechanic is responsible for ensuring safe, reliable, and efficient operation of all manufacturing equipment within a steel‑fabrication environment. This role focuses heavily on maintaining and repairing machinery used in resistance welding, MIG welding, material handling, cutting, forming, and general steel‑manufacturing processes . The technician will perform preventive maintenance, troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues, support production teams, and help drive continuous improvement in equipment uptime and facility reliability.

Key Responsibilities

Equipment Maintenance & Repair

• Perform troubleshooting, diagnostics, and repair on resistance welders, MIG welders, robotic welding cells, power supplies, transformers, and weld controls .
• Maintain and repair steel‑manufacturing equipment such as presses, shears, rollers, conveyors, CNC machines, and automated fabrication systems .
• Inspect and repair hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical systems , including cylinders, valves, pumps, motors, bearings, and gearboxes.
• Identify root causes of equipment failures and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.

Preventive & Predictive Maintenance

• Execute scheduled PM tasks including lubrication, calibration, alignment, and component replacement.
• Monitor equipment performance and use data to anticipate failures and reduce downtime.
• Maintain accurate PM records and update maintenance logs, work orders, and equipment history.

Electrical & Controls Work

• Troubleshoot electrical issues involving PLC systems, sensors, relays, contactors, wiring, and control panels .
• Assist with installation, programming, or modification of automation equipment when required.
• Ensure all electrical work meets safety and regulatory standards.

Safety & Compliance

• Follow all facility safety procedures, lockout/tagout, and OSHA requirements.
• Maintain welding equipment to ensure proper grounding, shielding, and safe operation.
• Identify and report hazards, unsafe conditions, or equipment abnormalities.

Continuous Improvement

• Recommend improvements to equipment reliability, PM schedules, and spare‑parts inventory.
• Support engineering and production teams with equipment upgrades, process changes, and new installations.
• Participate in root‑cause analysis and corrective‑action initiatives.

Qualifications

• Experience in industrial or manufacturing maintenance (welding/steel fabrication).
• Strong mechanical, electrical, and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to read schematics, and technical manuals.
• Familiarity with welding processes, metallurgy basics, and weld‑equipment operation.
• Knowledge of PLCs, automation, and industrial controls is a plus.
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs and work in a fast‑paced production environment.