CNC Maintenance Technician

CNC Maintenance Technician – 1st Shift

Full-Time | Monday – Friday

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced  CNC Maintenance Technician  to join our manufacturing team on  1st shift . This full-time role reports to the  Value Stream Manager  and is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and improving CNC equipment and facility systems to ensure the highest levels of safety, productivity, and quality.

The ideal candidate can differentiate between  mechanical, electrical, and setup issues , perform complex repairs, and proactively support continuous improvement initiatives in a high-demand manufacturing environment.

Major Responsibilities

Troubleshoot and repair  electrical and mechanical issues  on production, quality, and inspection equipment

Quickly diagnose root causes and implement permanent corrective actions

Apply proper  Lock-Out/Tag-Out (LOTO)  procedures at all times

Read and interpret  electrical schematics and mechanical drawings  to identify parts and perform repairs

Read layout blueprints and position machinery in compliance with  OSHA and MIOSHA  safety rules and building codes

Support  5S and workflow optimization  when placing or relocating machinery

Obtain and use licenses for moving equipment (lift trucks, man-lifts, cranes, articulating lifts, etc.)

Assess feasibility of  continuous improvement  projects and implement approved modifications

Fabricate minor machine parts, guards, and fixtures as needed

Operate basic shop equipment:  welder, torch, mill, drill press, band saw , etc.

Perform basic machine building, rebuilding, and component repair (valves, cylinders, pumps, clutches, etc.)

Diagnose and perform minor building repairs (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, flooring, carpentry, drywall, exterior structures, appliances)

Maintain a strong focus on  safety, housekeeping, and compliance

Stay current with new technologies impacting productivity and quality

Requirements

Strong knowledge of  basic machine principles  and mechanical systems

Experience with :

CNC equipment

5-axis and multi-axis machines

Machine tooling repairs

Electrical alignments

Mechanical repairs

PLC experience a plus

Robotics experience a plus

Programming and troubleshooting experience

Ability to work safely in team environments while moving heavy machinery

Flexible and adaptable in a fast-paced, changing environment

Ability to work from ladders, scaffolding, and elevated platforms

Ability to recognize unsafe conditions and take corrective action

Ability to stand, stoop, bend, kneel, climb, and work in uncomfortable positions

Frequently lift and carry up to  50 lbs , occasionally more

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED required

Minimum 2 years of maintenance experience

Electrical experience required

Electrical troubleshooting experience required

Why Join Us?

Stable  1st shift, Monday–Friday schedule

Technically challenging role with exposure to advanced CNC systems

Opportunity to impact uptime, safety, and continuous improvement

Team-oriented, safety-focused manufacturing environment