Maintenance Mechanic

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Free uniforms
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Ensures maximum equipment uptime and operational efficiency by specializing in the installation, troubleshooting, repair, and preventive maintenance of manufacturing machinery. Able to ensure that machinery and other equipment are in excellent operating condition.

• Assemble, install, and maintain mechanical systems, machinery, and equipment.
• Troubleshoot machinery and perform routine preventative maintenance.
• Read, interpret, and follow instructions on operation manuals.
• Maintain a schedule for inspecting, servicing, and testing machinery.
• Clean, repair and install equipment and parts as needed.
• Operate and maintain a variety of hand and power tools.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Comply with health and safety regulations (OSHA).
• Perform general maintenance work on buildings as assigned.
• Responsible for cleaning and greasing machines on a weekly basis.
• Inspect hoists and forklift weekly.
• Assist cleaning DCU ducts weekly.
• Perform minor fixes such as repairing broken locks, filling gaps on walls, etc.
• Collaborate with others to ensure issues and repairs are being done in a timely manner.
• Check the functionality of safety systems.
• Keep track of replacements parts for machines and advise when warehouse supplies need to be ordered.
• Cross‑train on equipment and conduct fire extinguisher and eye wash station monthly inspections.
• Conduct daily, weekly, and monthly inspections, including machines, forklifts, filters, etc.
• Use the checklists to perform weekly machine preventive inspections.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Work while standing, sitting, and walking for extended, long‑duration shifts.
• Regularly climb stairs or ladders, including navigating tight, confined, or uncomfortable spaces.
• Use hands for fine, precise, or forceful manipulation of tools, components, and controls.
• Work in extreme temperatures (hot/cold) and dirty or uncomfortable conditions.
• Close, distance, color, and peripheral vision to monitor equipment, along with good hearing to identify issues.
• Frequent lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling of equipment.
• Extensive bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, and crawling to access machinery.
• Perform activities involving being around moving machinery.
• Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) such as a respirator, sound protection, gloves, and overalls.
• Push, pull, and lift 50 lbs.

• Knowledge and ability to operate hand and power tools.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to perform mechanical repairs.
• Basic knowledge of MS Office Applications such as Word, Excel, and general computer use.
• Good troubleshooting skills.
• Basic knowledge of plumbing and electrical systems.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations.
• Organizational skills.
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations.
• Effective communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced environment.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
• Dependable and flexible.
• This is a highly active, hands‑on role where endurance is crucial to maneuvering in a restrictive manufacturing environment.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

High school/GED. Trade or Certifications a plus.

Minimum of three to five years of experience repairing, troubleshooting, and performing preventive maintenance on machines.

This position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic manufacturing environment where technical expertise is valued. Candidates should demonstrate a commitment to safety, quality workmanship, and continuous improvement.