Maintenance Technician - 1st shift

Job Description

Hours: 7pm to 7am - 12 hour schedules

Pay: $38/hour and up depending on experience

Summary:

Perform a wide variety of duties to support machine operation while maintaining a strong commitment to safety. This position is responsible for the setup and minor repair of all mechanical, hydraulic, and specialty equipment within the facility. Quality of assembly is a top concern to ensure that the correct components are used by following samples, orders, and other documents to meet product specifications.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ensure operation of machinery and mechanical equipment through preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on engines, motors, pneumatic tools, gearboxes, couplings, conveyor systems, and production machines.
• Identify and resolve mechanical issues by observing operations, using precision measuring tools, and following diagrams, sketches, and engineering specifications.
• Remove, repair, and replace defective parts using hoists, cranes, hand tools, and power tools.
• Perform equipment setup, adjustments, minor repairs, and tooling replacements to ensure proper functionality.
• Control downtime by informing production workers of preventive maintenance techniques and ensuring compliance.
• Maintain documentation of maintenance activities, including reports on issues, solutions, and preventive actions.
• Work closely with production employees, Leads, Process Managers, and Engineers to maximize machine uptime and improve processes.
• Monitor and maintain inventory levels of tools, spare parts, and materials needed for maintenance and production.
• Perform required preventive maintenance (PM) tasks and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Follow all safety guidelines, company policies, and workplace organization standards.
• Other duties or special projects as assigned.

Qualifications:

• High School diploma or GED with a minimum of 3-5 years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Completion of Industrial Maintenance Program is a plus.
• Proficient in using measuring devices, rules, scales, gauges, and fixtures.
• Knowledge of PLC troubleshooting and Microsoft Office is a plus.
• Power truck and welding experience is a plus.
• Strong problem-solving skills, ability to multi-task under deadlines, and work effectively in a team environment.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills with a positive and self-motivated attitude.