Lead Mechatronics Maintenance Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Lead Mechatronics Maintenance Specialist — Manchester, PA

Do you love cracking tough technical problems? Are you the person people call when a line goes down? Want to leverage your mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and HVAC know-how in a stable, growth-minded manufacturing setting?

Why This Role Matters

Our operation depends on reliable equipment and rapid response. In this role you’ll keep critical assets tuned, fix what fails fast, and help engineer improvements that boost safety, quality, and throughput.

What You’ll Tackle

• Perform scheduled PMs, inspections, repairs, and fine adjustments.
• Diagnose and resolve issues across mechanical, electrical, fluid power, pneumatics, and HVAC systems.
• Respond swiftly to breakdowns and emergencies to reduce downtime.
• Create precise records: work orders, logs, and equipment histories.
• Assist with equipment installs, modifications, FAT/SAT, and startups.
• Team up with Production, Engineering, and Quality to drive reliability and performance.
• Contribute ideas and action to continuous improvement projects.
• Support plant shutdowns, changeovers, and priority initiatives.
• Uphold a safe, clean, and organized workplace.
• Follow safety, food safety, quality, and environmental procedures without compromise.

Must-Haves

• High School Diploma/GED (or equivalent).
• 2+ years of maintenance experience in industrial/manufacturing/food production.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting mindset.
• Comfort with mechanical/electrical systems, hydraulics, pneumatics, and HVAC.
• Ability to interpret blueprints, wiring diagrams, schematics, and OEM manuals.
• Hands-on with tools, measurement devices, and diagnostic gear.
• Organized, collaborative, and self-directed.
• Available for overtime, weekends, and holidays when required.

Nice-to-Haves

• Trade school, apprenticeship, or technical degree in maintenance, mechatronics, industrial or electrical technology.
• Experience with PLCs, automation platforms, VFDs, robotics, and industrial controls.
• Skilled-trade certifications (Electrical, Mechanical, HVAC, Welding, etc.).
• Food manufacturing background and familiarity with GMPs.

Bring Strength In

• Mechanical troubleshooting
• 120/208/240/480 voltage systems
• Journeyman’s License (or equivalent proficiency)
• Electrical troubleshooting and relay testing
• Pneumatics troubleshooting
• Industrial electrical systems and maintenance/repair
• Hydraulic systems & components
• Equipment diagnostics and problem isolation
• Mechanical component repair
• Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)
• Reading electrical schematics
• Planned and corrective maintenance
• Machine safety inspections

Tech You’ll Touch

• Motor Control Centers (MCCs)
• Injection molding machinery
• Industrial control systems
• Industrial blenders/mixers
• Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs)
• Extrusion lines
• ERP software
• Thermoforming equipment
• PLCs
• Conveyors
• Servo motors
• Forklifts
• Industrial robots

Physical & Environmental Realities

• Stand, walk, bend, kneel, stoop, and climb throughout your shift.
• Lift and move up to 50 lbs on a routine basis.
• Work at heights and occasionally in confined spaces.
• Consistent PPE use is required.

You’ll work around moving machinery and industrial equipment with temperature swings, noise, and intermittent exposure to industrial chemicals. Safety, food safety, quality, and environmental care lead every decision.

Pay, Stability, and Growth

• $25–$35/hr
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Career growth and development opportunities
• Stable manufacturing environment
• Team-oriented culture
• Make a direct impact on plant performance

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic protected by law.

Apply Now

If this sounds like you, join us in Manchester, PA and help keep our operation running at its best.