Production Maintenance Mechanic

About the Company Vibrant Works , a nonprofit organization, has been empowering individuals with vision loss since 1933. Formerly known as San Antonio Lighthouse for the Blind and Vision Impaired, we are dedicated to providing rehabilitation services and employment opportunities for people who are blind or vision-impaired. Our mission is grounded in promoting independence, self-reliance, and inclusivity. Through meaningful work experiences, we continue to make a positive impact on lives. Job Summary The Production Maintenance Mechanic is responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, and performing preventive maintenance on industrial sewing machines and other production equipment in a military garment manufacturing operation. This position supports production efficiency, equipment reliability, product quality, and maximum uptime in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This is a hands-on, individual contributor role that provides direct support to the production floor. Job Responsibilities Diagnose and repair mechanical and basic electrical issues on industrial sewing and production equipment Maintain and repair industrial sewing equipment, including: Juki (single-needle, multi-needle, and programmable machines) Brother industrial machines Pfaff equipment Pegasus overlock and specialty machines Kansai Special multi-needle systems Maintain machines ranging from single-needle lockstitch through 5-needle and programmable equipment Perform and document preventive maintenance according to established PM schedules Adjust timing, feed mechanisms, loopers, tension systems, and drive components Support production during machine setups and changeovers Respond quickly to production floor service calls to minimize downtime Identify recurring equipment issues and recommend corrective actions or improvements Maintain organized maintenance work area and tool control Qualifications Education/Experience High School diploma or equivalent 3+ years of industrial sewing machine repair experience preferred Experience in apparel or textile manufacturing preferred Industrial maintenance technician experienced working with mechanical systems involving motors, timing systems, cams, linkages, or gear assemblies Skills/Abilities Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills Experience maintaining preventive maintenance schedules Ability to troubleshoot industrial equipment Ability to read parts diagrams and technical manuals Bilingual in English and Spanish required; must be able to communicate effectively on the production floor. Physical Requirements Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Must be able to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and sit for extended periods of time Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in a manufacturing environment Must be able to conduct repetitive motions on a daily basis. This job description does not imply these are the only duties to be performed. The incumbent in this position will perform such other tasks as may be required for the effective operations of the Division/Department upon request by his/her supervisor. Please note: Under the AbilityOne Program, Vibrant Works gives hiring preference to individuals who are legally blind. Any decision to disclose a disability by an applicant related to the hiring preference is completely voluntary. Requesting such information is also a part of our affirmative action efforts. Information that is disclosed will remain confidential. Also, your decision not to disclose disability status will not have a negative impact in the hiring process. Vibrant Works is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, creed, color, national origin, honorably discharged veteran or military status, the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability, the use of a dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. #J-18808-Ljbffr