Industrial Maintenance Mechanic

Job Title: Industrial Maintenance Mechanic

Location: Leominster, MA 01453

Type: Full-Time

Pay Rate: $35-$40 an hour

Schedule: 6:00 am to 4:00 pm or 6:00 am to 6:00pm

Job Summary

We are seeking an  Industrial Maintenance Mechanic maintains, troubleshoots, and repairs manufacturing and facility equipment for Peak Performance Compounding, a thermoplastics solutions manufacturer in Leominster, MA. They will focus on maximizing production machinery reliability through preventive maintenance, mechanical and electro-mechanical repairs, hydraulic troubleshooting, and light fabrication.

Key Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair industrial thermoplastics production machinery and facility equipment.
• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance tasks to ensure long-term equipment reliability and reduce operational downtime.
• Repair and replace mechanical and electro-mechanical components across all plant machinery.
• Troubleshoot hydraulic systems and perform light plumbing repairs on manufacturing equipment.
• Perform light welding and utilize metalworking equipment, including drill presses and grinders, for repairs and setups.
• Read and interpret basic blueprints, wiring diagrams, and equipment manuals to diagnose machinery faults.
• Assist with the setup, assembly, and installation of new production equipment.
• Maintain critical spare parts stock to ensure immediate availability for routine and emergency maintenance.
• Assist outside vendors and service contractors during specialized facility and equipment repairs.
• Follow all established safety policies, environmental procedures, and personal protective protocols.
• Ensure equipment maintenance and machine calibration align with manufacturing quality standards.
• Fulfill mandatory overtime schedules to support continuous plant operations and emergency repairs.

Required Skills & Experience

• Minimum 3 years of experience in industrial maintenance troubleshooting and repairing manufacturing equipment.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Demonstrated capability in diagnosing, repairing, and replacing mechanical, electro-mechanical, and hydraulic components.
• Hands-on experience using drill presses, grinders, metalworking tools, light plumbing, and basic welding.
• Ability to read and interpret basic blueprints, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals.
• Capability to work a mandatory overtime schedule to support production requirements.
• Prior maintenance experience within a thermoplastics or plastics manufacturing environment. (Preferred)

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation
• Referral Bonus Program