Maintenance Mechanic

This position will initially train on 1st shift for approximately 3-6 months before transitioning to 2nd shift (3:30 PM-12:00 AM).

Kamatics is seeking a mechanically inclined 2nd Shift Maintenance Mechanic to support the maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of CNC machinery and manufacturing equipment. The ideal candidate will have experience working with CNC machines and strong hands-on mechanical aptitude.


Responsibilities:

• Act as a troubleshooter and repair equipment and building utilities. Resolve problems or refer problems to appropriate individual.
• Perform preventive maintenance with work orders on manual and automated machinery, including CNC lathes, millers, saws, grinding, and honing equipment.
• Respond to emergency breakdowns of equipment to keep production loss to a minimum.
• Inspect equipment to evaluate conditions that could lead to production breakdowns or unsafe conditions. Report problems to supervision.
• Maintain clean and safe work environment. Follow safety and environmental procedures and regulations. Report safety incidents to supervisor.
• Make recommendations for improvements to work processes. Contribute to 5S program in work area.
• Provide a high level of service to all internal and external customers. Contribute to positive teamwork environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned. Participate in training/learning other positions. Accomplish related results as needed.

Requirements/Qualifications

Education:

• High School Diploma/GED

Experience:

• 2+ years of relevant manufacturing or mechanical experience

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain a variety of manual and automated machinery, including CNC lathes, millers, saws, grinding, and honing equipment.
• Hands-on mechanical experience, including automotive repair, equipment maintenance, or mechanical troubleshooting, professionally or personally.
• Familiarity with Fanuc and/or Okuma CNC controls preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, equipment manuals, and work orders.
• Skilled in the use of hand tools, measuring devices, and precision instruments; ability to calibrate instruments as required.
• Fundamental knowledge of electrical and plumbing systems as they relate to equipment installation, maintenance, and repair.
• Proficient in basic mathematics needed for measurement, calibration, and equipment setup.
• Demonstrated analytical thinking and problem-solving skills to evaluate equipment conditions and diagnose root causes of failures.
• High attention to detail with a strong focus on accuracy, safety, and quality standards.
• Ability to perform thorough inspections and identify potential issues that could lead to breakdowns or unsafe conditions.
• Effective communication skills, including speaking, questioning, listening, and documenting maintenance activities and work orders.
• Dependable and results-oriented, with a strong sense of initiative and follow-through.
• Team-oriented mindset with the ability to build positive working relationships and support a collaborative environment.
• Commitment to maintaining a clean, safe, and compliant work area, following all safety and environmental procedures.
• Ability to recommend process improvements and contribute to continuous improvement efforts, including 5S initiatives.

Physical Requirements:

• Continual standing
• Frequent bending/twisting
• Frequent grasping items and tools
• Frequent mental and visual attention
• Ladders and lifts
• Occasional (15-40%) lifting and moving materials up to 50 lbs.
• Work inside and outside in all weather conditions

Other:

• Will be occasionally required to work overtime and weekends to meet customer needs.

Benefits:

At Kamatics, we recognize how important your career and benefits are to you and your family. We offer a full suite of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability coverage, accident insurance, critical illness insurance, basic and supplemental life insurance, employee assistance plan, retirement savings and matching, and other developmental opportunities. We are committed to supporting the way you live and work.

Kamatics is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to complete the application process may contact Human Resources.

This position requires access to information subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Employment is contingent upon the applicant being a "U.S. person" as defined by ITAR (22 CFR §120.15), which includes U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, refugees, or asylees, as required by U.S. export control laws.

Training on 1st shift (6 AM - 3:30 PM) for approximately 3-6 months before transitioning to 2nd shift (3:30 PM-12:00 AM).