Machine Maintenance Technician

Shape Technologies Group•Baxter Springs, KS

2d•Onsite

About The Position

KMT Waterjet, Inc., a Shape Technologies Group Company, is seeking a Machine Maintenance Technician to join its Maintenance team. This hands-on role helps keep manufacturing operations safe and efficient by maintaining CNC machines, production equipment, and facility systems. The technician works alongside experienced maintenance professionals to diagnose problems, perform repairs, and support continuous improvement throughout the facility. The position is responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, installing, and maintaining CNC machines, industrial equipment, and facility systems. It plays a critical role in minimizing downtime, supporting production goals, and ensuring equipment operates safely and efficiently. The technician works with electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and control systems and collaborates with production and engineering teams. The regular schedule is Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Occasional overtime, early mornings, evenings, or weekend work may be required to respond to equipment failures, facility issues, weather-related events, or maintenance projects. Schedule flexibility may be required to support operational needs. The work environment is a climate-controlled manufacturing facility, though the role may involve working in hot and cold environments. Physical requirements include standing for extended periods (8+ hours per shift), lifting, carrying, and moving items weighing up to 50+ pounds, and pushing, pulling, reaching, bending, twisting, climbing, and working at heights. The position may require use of industrial aerial lifts and powered equipment.

Requirements

Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
Experience with industrial machinery, CNC equipment, and facility maintenance systems.
Knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, motors, drives, controls, and PLC systems.
Ability to use hand tools, power tools, multimeters, measuring devices, welding equipment, and industrial lifts.
Ability to read and interpret schematics, blueprints, and technical documentation.
Strong problem-solving, organizational, and time-management skills.
Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
Commitment to workplace safety and quality standards.
High school diploma or GED.
Two or more years of industrial maintenance, machine maintenance, or related experience.
Experience maintaining CNC machining equipment.
Experience troubleshooting electrical and mechanical systems.

Nice To Haves

Electrical certification, technical degree, or CNC maintenance training.

Responsibilities

Perform electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic troubleshooting and repairs on CNC machines and industrial equipment.
Diagnose and repair PLC-controlled equipment, motor drives, sensors, and electrical control systems.
Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, ladder logic, blueprints, and technical drawings.
Perform preventative maintenance inspections and scheduled maintenance activities.
Install, calibrate, and adjust machine components and control systems.
Respond to equipment breakdowns and perform corrective maintenance to minimize production downtime.
Document maintenance activities, repairs, inspections, and preventative maintenance tasks.
Support facility maintenance projects and general building maintenance as needed.
Follow company safety policies, including lockout/tagout procedures.
Assist with continuous improvement initiatives and equipment upgrades.
Perform other duties as assigned.