In-House Mechanic – Maintenance & Repair

Job Summary:

We are seeking a skilled In-House Mechanic to maintain, repair, and optimize a variety of offset printing, bindery, and packaging equipment. The ideal candidate will have experience in troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems to ensure maximum uptime and efficiency in a fast-paced production environment.

• Maintain & Repair Equipment: Perform routine maintenance and emergency repairs on offset printing presses, bindery, and packaging machinery to minimize downtime.
• Troubleshoot & Diagnose Issues: Identify mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic system failures and implement effective solutions.
• Preventive Maintenance: Develop and follow a scheduled preventive maintenance plan to ensure machines operate at peak performance.
• Equipment Calibration & Adjustments: Fine-tune and adjust machines for optimal printing, cutting, folding, and packaging accuracy.
• Parts & Inventory Management: Track and order necessary parts, tools, and supplies to maintain an efficient maintenance workflow.
• Safety & Compliance: Ensure all repairs and maintenance work adhere to safety regulations and company standards.
• Technical Documentation: Maintain logs, records, and documentation of repairs, maintenance schedules, and machine performance reports.
• Collaborate with Production Teams: Work closely with press operators and production managers to ensure efficient workflow and minimal production disruptions.
• Training & Support: Provide guidance and training to machine operators on basic troubleshooting and maintenance practices.
• Emergency Response: Respond quickly to urgent equipment failures to minimize production delays.

• Experience: Minimum 3-5 years of experience in industrial mechanical maintenance, preferably in a printing, bindery, or packaging environment.
• Technical Skills:
  • Strong knowledge of offset printing presses (e.g., Heidelberg, Komori, Manroland, etc.).
  • Experience with bindery equipment (e.g., folders, cutters, stitchers, perfect binders).
  • Understanding of packaging equipment (e.g., gluing, die-cutting, shrink-wrapping machines).
  • Familiarity with pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical systems.
  • Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, schematics, and manuals.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to lift 50+ lbs, stand for long periods, and work in a factory setting with exposure to noise and moving machinery.
• Problem-Solving Skills: Strong troubleshooting ability and attention to detail to diagnose and resolve mechanical failures efficiently.
• Certifications (Preferred but Not Required): Electrical, HVAC, or industrial maintenance certifications are a plus.