Industrial Maintenance Mechanic
About The Position
The Industrial Maintenance Mechanic completes machine repair work orders and performs routine and preventive maintenance to maximize system uptime and efficiency. The role identifies potential system failures, helps ensure critical components are stocked for rapid repairs, conducts system testing and calibration, interprets technical drawings and schematics, and changes over some equipment for different products. Depending on assignment, the mechanic may maintain injection molding machines, PET fiber extrusion lines, and assembly lines; or install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair automation systems, robotic arms, PLC systems, and conveyor systems, excluding software-related work. Automation equipment may include industrial robotic assembly devices, cobots, AGV/AMR, vision systems, electrical systems, and manufacturing automation systems. Other duties may be assigned.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED equivalent.
- Experience in mid- to large-size production facilities involving plastic injection molding, assembly, and/or automation repair.
- For automation assignments: technical expertise in electronics, mechanics, pneumatics, and automation systems (mechatronic background), including PLC troubleshooting and repair.
- For injection molding assignments: knowledge of auxiliary equipment, including hydraulics, mold temperature controllers, hot runner controllers, sprue pickers, robots, and mold setup.
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills to quickly diagnose and resolve system malfunctions.
- Experience with preventive maintenance programs to reduce downtime.
- Proficiency in using diagnostic tools and software.
- Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, blueprints, and schematics.
- Strong communication skills to coordinate with engineers, technicians, and other team members.
- Ability to work independently on moderately complex tasks.
- Ability to lift objects of various shapes, sizes, and weights.
- Proficiency in spoken and written English.
Nice To Haves
- Associate's degree preferred.
Responsibilities
- Complete work orders related to machine repairs.
- Perform routine and preventive maintenance to maximize system uptime and efficiency.
- Identify potential system failures and ensure critical components are stocked for quick repairs to reduce machine downtime and support production demand.
- Conduct system testing and calibration.
- Read and interpret technical drawings and schematics.
- Change over some equipment to other products.
- For injection molding assignments, maintain injection molding machines, PET fiber extrusion lines, and assembly lines.
- For automation assignments, install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair automation systems, robotic arms, PLC systems, and conveyor systems (non-software related).
- Work with industrial robotic assembly devices, cobots, AGV/AMR, vision systems, electrical systems, and manufacturing automation systems to ensure optimal performance.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
