Machine Maintenance Technician; Set-Up & PM

Machine Maintenance Technician

Level: We are open to entry-level through senior (based on experience).

This position will be on-site full-time in Chicopee, MA. The position holder will need to be within commuting distance (within 45 min).

$20–$30 per hour. Final compensation will be determined based on market data, geographic location, and the candidate’s qualifications and experience.

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability Insurance
• 401K with a matching contribution
• Paid time off, Paid holidays, Employee discounts and much more!

Responsible for performing highly diversified duties to install, troubleshoot, repair and maintain production and facility equipment according to safety, predictive and productive maintenance systems and processes to support the achievement of the site’s business goals and objectives. Maintenance personnel will be responsible for the general upkeep of all operating equipment and equipment modifications with the plant. Changes to production tooling within machines, changes or repairs RF sealing rule when needed.

Load processing parameters into machine set-up controls. Document setup production in machine logs. Maintenance Technicians will work in collaboration with the Senior Maintenance Technicians and Maintenance Supervisor to problem solve complex issues or complicated tasks as needed.

• Works safely, utilizing lock-out / tag-out procedures and follows UFPT and OSHA safe work practices.
• Performs scheduled and preventive maintenance on machines, equipment, and plant facilities.
• Perform emergency and unscheduled repairs during production as needed.
• Reads and interprets electrical schematics, manuals, and work orders to perform required maintenance and service.
• Uses various hand and power tools, electric meters, measuring gauges (e.g., verniers), and material handling equipment to perform maintenance tasks.
• Detects faulty operations or defective materials and reports issues to the appropriate supervisor.
• Prepares machines for fabrications of manufacturing parts.
• Works to determine proper machine adjustments to ensure quality product is achievable.
• Completes maintenance work orders, submitting them to manager and/or enter into our maintenance software as required.
• Performs interior and exterior maintenance on all operating machinery.
• Performs inspections, identifies problems, and performs corrective action on equipment.
• Follows up on all repairs performed and ensures proper actions were taken.
• Follows inventory standards of all parts necessary for scheduled maintenance.
• Maintains and updates logs to track machine settings and maintenance records.
• Manages proper storage and condition of all tools.
• Conducts thickness measurement using measuring gauges / verniers.
• Communicates equipment status and maintenance updates with Maintenance Supervisor and team members as needed.
• Ensures required tools, supplies, and spare parts are available, properly stored, and ready for use.
• Reports safety issues to safety personnel and the maintenance supervisor for setup and safe execution of preventative maintenance tasks.
• Maintains a clean, organized 5S-compliant work area.

• High school diploma or vocational school equivalent.
• 1-3 years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment or equivalent technical experience.
• Trade or vocational certifications are preferred.
• Ability to read electrical schematics.
• Basic knowledge in electrical/mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatics.
• Knowledge of factory machinery and machining operations.
• Knowledge of safe work practices including but not limited to LOTO and machine guarding.
• Good math and problem-solving skills.
• Good mechanical aptitude.
• Experience with hydraulic & pneumatic machinery preferred.

UFP Technologies is a designer and custom manufacturer of comprehensive solutions for medical devices, sterile packaging, and other highly engineered custom products. UFP is an important link in the medical device supply chain and a valued outsource partner to most of the top medical device manufacturers in the world. The Company’s single-use and single-patient devices and components are used in a wide range of medical devices and packaging for minimally invasive surgery, infection prevention, wound care, wearables, orthopedic soft goods, and orthopedic implants.

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UFP Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled.