Maintenance Mechanic (Nights)

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Maintenance Mechanic (Nights)

Full Time Kamatics Corporation, Bloomfield, CT, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 2089

Salary Range: $24.61 To $36.91 Hourly

2nd Shift: 3:30 PM - 12:00 AM, with OT available.

Position Summary:

Perform all maintenance mechanic operations to ensure continual operation of equipment and facility.

Responsibilities:

• Act as a troubleshooter and repair equipment and building utilities. Resolve problems or refer problems to appropriate individual.
• Perform preventive maintenance with work orders on manual and automated machinery, including CNC lathes, millers, saws, grinding, and honing equipment.
• Respond to emergency breakdowns of equipment to keep production loss to a minimum.
• Inspect equipment to evaluate conditions that could lead to production breakdowns or unsafe conditions. Report problems to supervision.
• Maintain clean and safe work environment. Follow safety and environmental procedures and regulations. Report safety incidents to supervisor.
• Make recommendations for improvements to work processes. Contribute to 5S program in work area.
• Provide a high level of service to all internal and external customers. Contribute to positive teamwork environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned. Participate in training/learning other positions. Accomplish related results as needed.

Requirements/Qualifications

Education:

• High School Diploma/GED

Experience:

• 4-6 years of Manufacturing experience

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain a variety of manual and automated machinery, including CNC lathes, millers, saws, grinding, and honing equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, equipment manuals, and work orders.
• Skilled in the use of hand tools, measuring devices, and precision instruments; ability to calibrate instruments as required.
• Fundamental knowledge of electrical and plumbing systems as they relate to equipment installation, maintenance, and repair.
• Proficient in basic mathematics needed for measurement, calibration, and equipment setup.
• Demonstrated analytical thinking and problem‑solving skills to evaluate equipment conditions and diagnose root causes of failures.
• High attention to detail with a strong focus on accuracy, safety, and quality standards.
• Ability to perform thorough inspections and identify potential issues that could lead to breakdowns or unsafe conditions.
• Effective communication skills, including speaking, questioning, listening, and documenting maintenance activities and work orders.
• Dependable and results‑oriented, with a strong sense of initiative and follow‑through.
• Team-oriented mindset with the ability to build positive working relationships and support a collaborative environment.
• Commitment to maintaining a clean, safe, and compliant work area, following all safety and environmental procedures.
• Ability to recommend process improvements and contribute to continuous improvement efforts, including 5S initiatives.

Physical Requirements:

• Frequent grasping items and tools
• Frequent mental and visual attention
• Ladders and lifts
• Occasional (15-40%) lifting and moving materials up to 50 lbs.
• Work inside and outside in all weather conditions

Other:

• Will be occasionally required to work overtime and weekends to meet customer needs.