Machinery Support Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Machinery Support Technician

Position Summary

We are seeking a hands-on Machinery Support Technician to support the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and service of packaging, palletizing, and conveying equipment at customer facilities. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with industrial machinery, traveling to customer sites, and solving mechanical and technical challenges in fast-paced manufacturing environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain packaging, palletizing, and conveying equipment.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, layouts, electrical diagrams, and pneumatic diagrams.
• Align, level, calibrate, and validate equipment to ensure proper operation and performance.
• Assist with equipment testing, commissioning, and functional validation.
• Use power tools, assembly fixtures, and specialized equipment to complete installations and repairs.
• Fabricate or modify basic mechanical components as needed.
• Disassemble, package, and prepare equipment for shipment.
• Receive, inspect, and organize incoming materials and equipment.
• Communicate with customers to coordinate installation, maintenance, and service activities.
• Provide project updates regarding progress, milestones, and potential issues.
• Participate in project meetings and collaborate with engineering, operations, and customer teams.
• Follow all safety procedures, regulations, and site-specific requirements.
• Perform preventive maintenance and technical support activities at customer locations.
• Complete documentation and reports related to service activities and project work.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Experience with installation, maintenance, or troubleshooting of industrial machinery, packaging equipment, or related systems.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical, pneumatic, and mechanical diagrams.
• Ability to read and understand 2D AutoCAD layouts and drawings.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel extensively.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in manufacturing, packaging, automation, food processing, or material handling environments.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience working with ERP systems.
• Familiarity with PLCs, robotics, or automated equipment.
• Bilingual skills in Spanish or Portuguese are a plus.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage priorities with minimal supervision.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Team-oriented with the ability to collaborate across multiple departments.
• Professional, dependable, and safety-focused.

Travel Requirements

• Travel up to 50% or more throughout the United States and Canada.
• Occasional international travel for training and project support.
• Ability to work onsite at customer facilities, including manufacturing, food processing, and meat processing environments.

Working Conditions

• Exposure to industrial environments, including noise, moving machinery, and varying temperatures.
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, climbing, and lifting.
• Ability to work flexible hours as project schedules require.

Labor Solutions, LLC is a leader in the professional, temporary, and direct hire industry throughout the Midwest area. Our clients range from individual entrepreneurs to large corporations, and while we are big enough to serve Fortune 100 companies, we are small enough to stay nimble in an always-changing market.

Company Description

Labor Solutions, LLC is a leader in the professional, temporary, and direct hire industry throughout the Midwest area. Our clients range from individual entrepreneurs to large corporations, and while we are big enough to serve Fortune 100 companies, we are small enough to stay nimble in an always-changing market.\r\n\r\nThank you!