First Shift Maintenance Specialist

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Founded in 1966, Positronic is a progressive, global company that builds premium power and signal connectors for several industries, including medical, aerospace and military. We are located across three continents, and are looking for highly motivated, passionate people to join our team! We offer an excellent benefit package, highlighted by low-cost health insurance, quarterly bonus program and a 4% employee-match 401k retirement plan. Discover more at


Summary

The Maintenance Specialist performs skilled maintenance and troubleshooting for facility systems, production equipment, and fixtures. This role builds on Specialist I responsibilities with an emphasis on diagnosing problems, implementing solutions, and collaborating across departments.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Diagnose, repair, or replace mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic components on machinery and production fixtures.
• Perform preventative maintenance on machines, tools, HVAC, and air compressor systems.
• Assist in the design, improvement, or modification of fixtures, machines, and tools in collaboration with Manufacturing Engineering.
• Troubleshoot lighting, plumbing, electrical, and HVAC systems to minimize downtime.
• Start up and shut down equipment according to OSHA and company safety procedures.
• Inspect, test, and document emergency systems (e.g., alarms, extinguishers, sprinklers).
• Coordinate with contractors and vendors for building maintenance, system upgrades, and safety checks.
• Operate a variety of tools (e.g., soldering irons, torque wrenches, crimpers) for installation and repair.
• Monitor shop inventory and ensure timely restocking of consumables.
• Respond to after-hours maintenance needs and emergencies as required.
• Uphold Positronic's standards of integrity, quality, and operational excellence.
• Identify hazards in the workplace and report them to management and/or the safety coordinator.
• Collaborate with the EHS department to meet local, state, and federal regulatory requirements, including OSHA, NFPA, DNR, EPA, and Amphenol sustainability practices.
• Work with the Quality department to ensure compliance with AS9100 certification standards.
• Comply with all company policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1 to 3 months of relevant experience or training.
• Prior experience with machinery/fixture maintenance and preventive systems preferred.

Physical

• Lift up to 50 pounds frequently.
• Sit, stand, walk, bend, twist, and reach overhead regularly.
• Navigate facility areas including ladders or tight spaces as needed.

Working Conditions

Work is performed in a manufacturing environment with occasional exposure to noise, dust, chemicals, and fumes. Some irregular hours may be required.

Competencies

Knowledge

• Mechanical systems, tools, and facility infrastructure.
• Safety standards and building codes (OSHA, NFPA, etc.)
• Basic electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic principles.
• Blueprint, schematic, and technical drawing interpretation.

Skills

• Advanced troubleshooting and repair.
• Equipment maintenance and diagnostics.
• Communication across teams and departments.
• Preventive maintenance planning and execution.

Abilities

• Diagnose complex equipment issues independently.
• Safely use specialized tools and test equipment.
• Lift up to 50 lbs and work in confined or elevated spaces.
• Adapt to changing priorities and emergency situations.

POSITRONIC RESERVES THE RIGHT TO MODIFY, INTERPRET, OR APPLY THIS JOB DESCRIPTION IN ANY WAY THE COMPANY DESIRES. THIS JOB DESCRIPTION IN NO WAY IMPLIES THAT THESE ARE THE ONLY DUTIES, INCLUDING ESSENTIAL DUTIES, TO BE PERFORMED BY THE EMPLOYEE OCCUPYING THIS POSITION. THIS JOB DESCRIPTION IS NOT AN EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT, IMPLIED OR OTHERWISE. THE EMPLOYMENT RELATIONSHIP REMAINS "AT-WILL." THE AFOREMENTIONED JOB REQUIREMENTS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE TO REASONABLY ACCOMMODATE QUALIFIED DISABLED INDIVIDUALS.

Due to the nature of our business, the candidate must be able to legally work in the United States; we are unable to provide sponsorship. Position requires candidate to be a U.S. person as defined in ITAR, 22 CFR 120.15 (U.S. Citizenship or Resident Alien Status) and defined by 8 U.S.C. 1101(a) (20).


Positronic Industries participates in the United States Department of Homeland Security E-Verify program. The E-Verify program is a web-based employment eligibility verification system for newly hired employees operated by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.

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