Machine Maintenance Technician

Location & Compensation

• Buffalo, NY * Be part of an exciting journey as we prepare for production at our new facility in the Western New York Science & Technology Advanced Manufacturing Park (STAMP).
• Edwards Genesee location address: 6685 Crosby Rd Basom, NY 14013
• Salary Range :$50,000- $63,000.00
  Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on several factors, including a candidate's qualifications, skills, competencies, experience, and location

Your role

The Machine Maintenance Technician at Edwards Vacuum is critical to ensuring the reliability and optimal performance of production equipment and facilities in our dry pump manufacturing environment. This role focuses on executing preventive and corrective maintenance for CNC machining centers, robotic assembly systems, PLC-controlled equipment, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, testing rigs, and paint shop operations. The technician collaborates with internal teams and external contractors to minimize downtime, enhance equipment performance, and support factory layout and equipment relocation initiatives

Maintenance & Equipment Reliability

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on production equipment to ensure operational reliability. This includes:
  - CNC machines (e.g., Fanuc, Siemens controls)
  - Robotic assembly systems
  - PLC-controlled systems (e.g., Siemens, Allen-Bradley)
  - Hydraulic and pneumatic systems
  - Testing equipment
  - Paint shop systems
• Monitor equipment performance and operating parameters to ensure optimal functionality and uptime.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and control system failures in production and facility equipment.
• Maintain detailed records of maintenance activities using Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).
• Conduct inspections and document findings on a daily, weekly, quarterly, and annual basis.

Collaboration & Continuous Improvement

• Work closely with Advanced Manufacturing and Manufacturing Engineering teams to support site layout planning and equipment relocation.
• Participate in cross-functional teams to review completed repairs and recommend improvements to reduce downtime and increase mean time between failures (MTBF).
• Support the integration of new equipment into existing production lines, ensuring proper setup, calibration, and operational readiness.
• Contribute to the implementation and ongoing improvement of Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) initiatives.

Safety & Compliance

• Ensure that only properly trained personnel operate equipment within the facility.
• Adhere to all safety protocols and regulatory requirements during maintenance and equipment handling.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment, promoting a culture of safety and accountability.

To succeed, you will need

The ability to perform essential job duties with or without reasonable accommodation and without posing a direct threat to safety or health of employees or others. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.
• HS Diploma Required; Applied Sciences 2 year degree preferred.
• Proven experience in maintaining CNC five-axis machines, robotics, and PLC programming.
• Extensive knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, and engineering drawings.
• Prolific in troubleshooting and repairing complex mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic systems.
• Proven experience with CMMS platforms and maintenance documentation practices.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills with a spirit of cooperation.
• Minimum of 3 Years proven experience with CNC equipment maintenance.

***Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.***

Physical Demands

This role requires precision handling of tools and machinery, often in a manufacturing setting with prolonged physical engagement.
• Hand and Finger Use/Dexterity: Uses hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls continually or almost continually (89% of the time), with arm-hand steadiness, finger dexterity, and manual dexterity for precise manipulation and assembly.
• Standing/Walking: Remains in an upright stationary position continually or almost continually (62% of the time), with occasional traversing to position materials or equipment.
• Moving Objects/Lifting/Carrying: Frequently moves, transports, positions, or installs materials and tools, involving general physical activities like balancing or stooping; requires multilimb coordination but no specific weight levels detailed.
• Bending/Twisting/Reaching: Positions self by bending or twisting the body less than half the time (31%), with moderate flexibility needs.
• Repetitive Motions: Performs repetitive actions continually or almost continually (46% of the time), demanding sustained control of machines.
• Other Environmental Factors: Exposed to hazardous equipment, contaminants, noise, or minor injury risks daily (43-62% of the time); wears protective equipment (e.g., glasses, hearing protection) every day (94% of the time).

In return, we offer

• Culture of trust and accountability
• Lifelong learning and career growth
• Innovation powered by people
• Comprehensive compensation and benefits
• Health and well-being

Benefits Summary:

Annual Variable Compensation Bonus, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k with Company Match, Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Time, Paid Floating Holidays, Tuition Reimbursement, Training and Development, Parental Leave, Disability Benefits, Life and AD&D Insurance.

What you can expect from us:
• Excellent working conditions and benefits.
• Part of the Atlas Copco Group with a wide-reaching internal job market.
• Work in a global, diverse and dynamic environment.
• You can grow with us: we always look for internal candidates before checking the market and have training and development programs.
• We have a friendly, family-like atmosphere - and that is not just a claim on the wall, it's a true fact.
• You can be creative and promote your own ideas.
• Every day brings new challenges and new things to learn.


We're an Equal Opportunity Employer

Edwards Company considers for employment and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, protected veteran or disability status or any factor prohibited by law, and as such affirms in policy and practice to support and promote the concept of equal employment opportunity and affirmative action, in accordance with all applicable federal, state, provincial and municipal laws.

No person shall be denied the equal protection of the laws of this state or any subdivision thereof. No person shall, because of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, disability, creed [or], religion, or sex, including sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy outcomes, and reproductive healthcare and autonomy, be subjected to any discrimination in [his or her] their civil rights by any other person or by any firm, corporation, or institution, or by the state or any agency or subdivision of the state, pursuant to law.

Edwards is a global leader of vacuum and abatement systems. We are proud to lead the industry, pushing the boundaries of science to deliver innovative products which are intrinsic to everyday life, working in partnership with our customers and continually setting new standards. With over 150 years of rich heritage, Atlas Copco Group is the partner of choice for tens of thousands of customers in critical applications around the world. Vacuum is required in diverse sectors, from the generation of power to the production of steel, to the challenging environments of space simulation and high energy physics research.


At Edwards, we believe there is always a better way. Our employees are full of ideas. When looking to add a new team member, we are looking for someone that can appreciate what the Edwards Team has done and bring their new ideas and perspective to enhance where we can go. At Edwards you get to be part of something big; we work globally, but also get the opportunity make a difference locally in our own discipline. We work hard to attract, motivate, develop and retain the best talent from the diversity of people across the globe. Our vision to be First in Mind, First in Choice relies on this strategy. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.


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A division of Atlas Copco

About Edwards

Edwards is a leading developer and manufacturer of sophisticated vacuum products, exhaust management systems and related value-added services. Edwards solutions are integral to manufacturing processes for semiconductors, flat panel displays, LEDs and solar cells. They are also used within an increasingly diverse range of industrial processes including power, glass and other coating applications; steel and other metallurgy; pharmaceutical and chemical; and for scientific instruments in a wide range of R&D applications.

Edwards has over 4,000 employees worldwide engaged in the design, manufacture and support of high technology vacuum and exhaust management equipment. Edwards has state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities in Europe, Asia and North America.