Raptor Manufacturing Specialist (Maintenance

Raptor Manufacturing Specialist (Maintenance)

Hawthorne, CA

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RAPTOR MANUFACTURING SPECIALIST (MAINTENANCE)

We’reseekinga motivated and eagerspecialistto join our team in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

You’llsupport preventive maintenance and basic troubleshooting on production equipment, working alongside experiencedspecialiststo ensure smooth operations in a high-volume setting. This position is ideal for someone with foundational skills who is ready to learn, grow, and contribute to keeping critical systems running efficiently while collaborating with production teams.

• Assume full ownership of asset recovery processes, frominitialfault diagnosis and repair execution through functional validation and return-to-production release.
• Execute scheduled preventive maintenance (PM) regimens and perform corrective repairs on manufacturing and test equipment to ensure operational reliability and uptime.
• Collaborate with engineers, managers, and customers tomaintainsystems in peak operating condition.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot complex mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electromechanical systems using root-cause analysis techniques to minimize unplanned downtime.
• Collaborate with asset owners to develop andmaintaindetailed work instructions for equipment preventative maintenance, ensuring zero unplanned service interruptions for employees and customers.
• Maintain, calibrate, and inspect critical production assets including welding systems, high-pressure pumps, thermal ovens, vacuum chambers, and other specialized manufacturing machinery.
• Demonstrate strong attention to detail with a high sense of urgency and a proactive approach to continuous learning of advanced maintenance practices and new equipment technologies.
• Interpret and apply mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic schematics, P&IDs, and technical drawings to support fault isolation, diagnostics, and repair activities.
• Safelyoperatepower tools, hand tools, precision measuring instruments, and heavy equipment/lifting devicesin accordance with established procedures.
• Coordinate and manage on-site vendor support, including scope definition, quote evaluation, purchase order submission, and oversight of external service activities.
• Strictly adhere to safety protocols, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), confined space, and hazardous energy control procedures whilemaintaininga clean, organized, and compliant work environment.
• Utilizeinternalsystems and platforms for work order tracking, maintenance documentation, parts inventory management, and equipment history logging.

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 3+ years of hands-on experience in a manufacturing, production, or technical environment
• Experience with maintenance on industrial equipment, such as welding tools, ovens, vacuum systems, or environmental testing chambers.
• Familiarity with reading blueprints, schematics, or technical drawings.

• 3+years’ experience as a maintenancespecialistin a production environment.
• Ability to perform basic fabrication.
• Understanding safety standards and Lean principles (e.g., basic problem-solving methods like Five Whys).
• Analytical mindset foridentifyingsimple root causes of issues.

• 1st shift:
  Monday - Friday, 5:00am - 3:30pm
• Capable of lifting
  50lbs. unassisted and comfortable with standing, climbing, bending, and working at heights
• Willing to obtain certifications for forklifts, boom lifts, or other equipment as required
• Ability to pass background checks for secure facilities
• Up to 5% travel may berequiredfor training or support

Pay Range:
Level 1: $33.00 - $39.00
Level 2: $37.00 - $44.00
Level 3: $41.00 - $50.00

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and…