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Production Mechanic

Pelton Shepherd Industries

Are you the kind of person who can hear a machine and know somethings not right? Do you take pride in fixing problems others cantand preventing them before they happen? If so, Pelton Shepherd Industries wants you on our team.

Pelton Shepherd Industries is a respected leader in specialty chemical manufacturing, partnering with top organizations to deliver high-quality, innovative solutions. Our success is built on operational excellence, and our maintenance team plays a critical role in keeping our production running safely and efficiently every day.

Why This Role Matters
As a Production Mechanic, you are not just fixing equipmentyou are protecting uptime, ensuring product quality, and directly impacting customer satisfaction. Your expertise keeps our operations moving and our standards high.

What Youll Be Doing
Perform preventive maintenance to keep equipment running at peak performance
Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical issues quickly to minimize downtime
Repair, replace, and rebuild machine components with precision
Disassemble, clean, lubricate, and reassemble production equipment
Identify potential failures before they happen and take proactive action
Maintain detailed maintenance logs and documentation
Keep tools, parts, and shop areas clean, organized, and ready for use
Coordinate with production teams to schedule maintenance efficiently
Support new product launches by modifying equipment and conducting test runs
Collaborate with other technical experts to improve equipment reliability and performance
Operate production equipment as needed and assist in training operators

What Sets You Apart
Strong mechanical aptitudeyou understand how things work and how to fix them
A proactive mindsetyou dont wait for problems, you prevent them
Ability to work independently while contributing to a high-performing team
Clear communication and strong organizational skills
Attention to detail and a commitment to doing the job right the first time
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, hands-on environment

Qualifications
12 years of mechanical or maintenance experience
Vocational or technical training preferred (or equivalent hands-on experience)
Experience in manufacturing or production environments is a plus

Physical Requirements
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
Frequent bending, reaching, pushing, and pulling
Ability to lift up to 75 lbs
Strong visual inspection capability for machinery and components

Why Join Pelton Shepherd Industries?
Stability & Growth: Join a well-established company with a strong industry reputation
Career Development: Opportunities to expand your skills and advance your career
Hands-On Work: Engage with real equipment and meaningful challenges every day
Team Environment: Work alongside experienced professionals who value collaboration and respect
Purpose-Driven Work: Your role directly impacts safety, quality, and customer satisfaction

At Pelton Shepherd Industries, we dont just maintain equipmentwe build reliability, efficiency, and trust into everything we do.

Compensation details: 28-32 Hourly Wage

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Vacancy posted 1 day ago
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