Set Up Technician

Maintenance Mechanic

The Maintenance Mechanic plays a key role in keeping production equipment and facility systems running safely and efficiently. This position focuses on troubleshooting, cleaning, and maintaining machinery in accordance with manufacturer specifications, performing root-cause analysis on mechanical issues, and supporting engineering and external contractors to ensure reliable operation of CNC and related equipment.

• Troubleshoot, clean, and maintain production equipment in accordance with manufacturer's specifications.
• Perform root-cause analysis on mechanical equipment, including motors, pneumatic systems, conveyors, blending, scaling, filling, and hydraulic systems.
• Diagnose issues with CNC machines and other production equipment and communicate findings clearly to engineering and external contractors.
• Conduct preventive maintenance on machinery and mechanical assemblies to minimize downtime and extend equipment life.
• Maintain cleanliness of machines and general upkeep of the building, including bathrooms, conference rooms, offices, and other common areas.
• Interpret electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, blueprints, and equipment layouts to support maintenance and troubleshooting activities.
• Troubleshoot electrical wiring, relay logic, control circuits, and safety circuits, and report issues requiring external repair.
• Perform basic diagnostic and troubleshooting work on mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical systems while coordinating repair work with outside contractors.
• Work closely with the engineering team, CNC setup operators, programmers, and other technical staff to resolve mechanical and control-related problems.
• Support PLC maintenance activities by identifying issues and collaborating with engineering or contractors for resolution.
• Prioritize workload effectively and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment while maintaining professional communication about technical problems.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in accordance with facility standards and safety practices.

• Proven experience performing maintenance and repair on CNC machines and related production equipment.
• Strong background in machine maintenance, including troubleshooting and diagnosis of mechanical issues.
• Hands-on experience with preventive maintenance and mechanical assembly work.
• Ability to interpret and work from electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, blueprints, and equipment layouts.
• Working knowledge of pneumatics and hydraulic systems, including troubleshooting and basic diagnostics.
• Familiarity with PLC maintenance concepts and the ability to collaborate with engineering on control-related issues.
• Ability to troubleshoot electrical wiring, relay logic, control circuits, and safety circuits.
• Solid mechanical aptitude with experience as a maintenance technician in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Ability to work closely and collaboratively with engineering teams, CNC setup operators, and programmers.
• Strong troubleshooting skills for motors, conveyors, blending, scaling, and filling systems.
• Capability to perform basic diagnostic work while coordinating full repairs through outside contractors.
• Ability to prioritize workload and work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Capacity to manage multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail and safety.

• Experience maintaining facility cleanliness and general building upkeep, including offices and common areas.
• Comfort discussing technical problems with engineering and manufacturing leadership in a clear and professional manner.
• Ability to work cooperatively and professionally with colleagues and members of the public.
• Strong organizational skills to maintain clean machines and a well-kept facility.
• Specific vision abilities suitable for close work on machinery, schematics, and detailed components.
• Willingness to coordinate and oversee work performed by outside contractors for complex repairs.

This role offers significant growth potential within the maintenance and manufacturing organization. With leadership transitions anticipated in the next few years, there will be opportunities to take on increased responsibility, expand technical expertise, and grow into more senior positions. The environment values collaboration with engineering and technical teams, providing ongoing exposure to complex equipment and continuous learning.

The work environment is a fast-paced manufacturing setting where CNC setup operators, programmers, engineers, and maintenance staff collaborate closely. The position interacts regularly with engineering and manufacturing leadership to resolve technical issues and support production. Employees are expected to maintain regular attendance, work cooperatively and professionally with others and members of the public, and manage multiple tasks k involves close-vision activities such as…