3rd Shift Production Mechanic

Are you the kind of person who can hear a machine and know something’s not right? Do you take pride in fixing problems others can’t—and 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.

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

• 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

• Strong mechanical aptitude—you understand how things work and how to fix them
• A proactive mindset—you don’t 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

• 1–2 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

• 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

• Stability and 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 don’t just maintain equipment—we build reliability, efficiency, and trust into everything we do.