Maintenance Mechanic, Direct Placement

Maintenance Mechanic, Grand Rapids

We are seeking a dedicated Maintenance Mechanic for a 1st shift position. The working hours are Monday to Friday, from approximately 6 am to 4 pm. As a Maintenance Mechanic, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of production, quality, and inspection equipment through troubleshooting and repair.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical problems with production, quality, and inspection equipment.
• Move and position equipment to ensure proper operation.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities and implement machine and program modifications.
• Troubleshoot and repair PLC, PC, NC, and CNC controls.
• Perform electrical work and basic mechanical installation and repairs throughout the facility.
• Visually inspect and test machinery or equipment using electrical and electronic test equipment.
• Listen for unusual sounds to detect malfunction and discuss operation variations to diagnose problems.
• Dismantle defective machines and equipment, install new or repaired parts using precision measuring instruments.
• Clean and lubricate shafts, bearings, gears, and other parts.
• Install and repair electrical apparatus and components of machinery and equipment.
• Lay out, assemble, install, and maintain pipe systems and related hydraulic and pneumatic equipment.
• Repair and maintain physical structure.
• Install new equipment and machinery according to blueprints and specifications.
• Install, program, or repair automated machinery and equipment using programmable controllers.
• Operate cutting torch or welding equipment to cut or join metal parts.
• Fabricate and repair benches, partitions, or other wooden structures.
• Perform preventative maintenance on all equipment throughout the manufacturing facility.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in CNC Machine Repair.
• Ability to connect to the PLC and troubleshoot issues.
• Expertise in hydraulics and pneumatics.
• Capability to identify and repair electrical issues.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with PLC systems such as Fanuc, Siemens, Allen Bradley.

Why Work Here?

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including 401(k) with matching, dental, health, vision, and life insurance. Enjoy flexible spending accounts and health savings accounts, along with paid time off and 100% paid upfront tuition reimbursement. Benefit from an on-site gym to support your well-being.

Work Environment

Enjoy working in an air-conditioned facility, equipped with the latest technologies for a comfortable and efficient work environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Kentwood, MI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $66560.00 - $74880.00/yr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Full Company Benefits - Medical - Dental - Vision

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 6, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Kentwood, MI.