Maintenance Mechanic III - Industrial Manufacturing (PLC / Automation)

Job Description

Job Description

OptiMIM, a Form Technologies company, uses advanced metal injection molding (MIM) technology to manufacture high-precision metal components for demanding industries and high-volume production environments.

We are seeking an experienced Maintenance Mechanic III to support and maintain industrial manufacturing equipment, automation systems, furnaces, and facility systems in a fast-paced production environment.

This role is ideal for a skilled industrial maintenance technician or mechanic with experience in:

• Siemens PLC troubleshooting
• Automated production equipment
• Electrical and mechanical repair
• Preventive maintenance (PM)
• Manufacturing maintenance operations

You'll play a lead role in troubleshooting, equipment uptime, and mentoring junior maintenance team members.

What You'll Do

• Diagnose and repair industrial production equipment and facility systems
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and automated systems
• Troubleshoot furnace operations using Siemens PLC hardware and software
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance (PM)
• Use digital multimeters (DMMs) and other diagnostic tools to identify issues
• Support installation, modification, and repair of manufacturing equipment
• Assist the Senior Maintenance Technician and Maintenance Manager with task coordination and workflow guidance
• Help maintain equipment reliability, production uptime, and workplace safety
• Support building and grounds maintenance as needed

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing or production environment
• Experience troubleshooting and repairing semi-automated or fully automated equipment
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills
• Ability to analyze equipment issues and determine corrective actions independently

Preferred Qualifications

• Technical school, trade school, or industrial maintenance coursework
• Experience with industrial controls, automation, or production furnaces
• Experience mentoring or leading junior maintenance technicians

Schedule & Shift Information

Training Schedule Monday-Friday (Approx. 2–3 Months)

Choose one:

• 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• 12:00 PM – 8:30 PM

Permanent Schedule

"Five 8-hour shifts" on your choice of the following (specific start/end times TBD during interview):

• Day Shift
• Swing Shift ($1.00 shift differential)
• Graveyard Shift ($1.25 shift differential)

Compensation & Benefits

• $30–$38 per hour
• Safety Boot allowance
• Benefits: Medical (HSA or PPO), generous HSA contribution, Rx, dental, vision, long term disability, group life, dependent life, whole life, AD&D, critical illness, accident insurance, hospital indemnity, FSA, LegalShield, transit pass gift card program, tuition reimbursement, and 401k with generous employer match.
• PTO: 40 hours of Sick time, 80 hours of PTO, and 80 hours of (designated) holiday pay. Five weeks total. (After 5 years of service, PTO increases from 80 hours to 120 hours.)

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• This role works in an industrial manufacturing environment and may involve:
• Standing, walking, climbing, kneeling, crouching, and lifting
• Lifting up to 50 lbs regularly and up to 100 lbs occasionally
• Exposure to heat, moving machinery, electrical systems, fumes, and industrial materials
• Use of PPE including safety glasses, steel-toe boots, gloves, respirators, and arc flash equipment
• Candidates must be able to safely work around industrial electrical and mechanical systems.

Additional Requirements

• Pre-employment drug screening required
• Due to ITAR requirements, applicants must qualify as a U.S. Person under EAR and ITAR regulations

Equal Opportunity Employer

OptiMIM is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability status, or any other protected status under applicable law.