Machine Shop Maintenance & Safety Coordinator

Qualdoc•Richmond, VA

About The Position

The Machine Shop Maintenance & Safety Coordinator develops, implements, and manages preventive maintenance programs for CNC and manual machine shop equipment. The role troubleshoots, repairs, and maintains machining and manufacturing equipment to maximize uptime and support production operations. It also supports facility safety initiatives, incident investigations, safety committee coordination, and safe work practices. Additional duties include coordinating outside contractors and supporting building maintenance and facility improvement needs. The coordinator maintains equipment schedules, records, documentation, and spare-parts inventory; supports equipment installation, setup, and relocation; and assists production teams with equipment-related issues. The role also serves as the primary internal contact for facility maintenance concerns and coordinates contractors for building, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and grounds work.

Requirements

At least 5 years of hands-on maintenance experience in a manufacturing, machine shop, industrial, or production environment.
Strong mechanical troubleshooting and repair skills.
Experience working with CNC machines, manual machine tools, or industrial manufacturing equipment.
Knowledge of preventive maintenance principles and equipment reliability practices.
Ability to read mechanical drawings, manuals, and equipment documentation.
Strong organizational and communication skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
Ability to work independently and prioritize multiple tasks.
Ability to work in a manufacturing environment.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, climb, and work around industrial equipment.
Ability to respond to equipment or facility issues throughout the plant as needed.

Nice To Haves

Experience developing or managing a preventive maintenance program.
Knowledge of machine shop operations and machining processes.
Experience with hydraulics, pneumatics, motors, drives, and industrial electrical systems.
Experience with safety committees, safety leadership, or incident investigations.
OSHA or other safety-related training or certifications.
Associate degree or technical training in maintenance, industrial technology, machining, or a related field.

Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and manage preventive maintenance for CNC and manual machine shop equipment.
Troubleshoot, diagnose, repair, and maintain machine tools and manufacturing equipment.
Coordinate and perform preventive maintenance to minimize downtime.
Maintain maintenance schedules, records, and equipment documentation.
Identify recurring equipment issues and implement corrective actions.
Coordinate machine repairs with outside service providers.
Maintain spare-parts inventory and recommend critical spare-parts requirements.
Support equipment installation, setup, and relocation.
Assist production teams in resolving equipment-related issues.
Promote safe work practices throughout the facility.
Coordinate Safety Committee meetings and safety initiatives.
Conduct routine safety inspections and follow up on corrective actions.
Assist with incident investigations and documentation.
Support machine guarding, lockout/tagout (LOTO), personal protective equipment (PPE), and other safety programs.
Identify workplace hazards and recommend corrective actions.
Help ensure compliance with company safety policies and regulatory requirements.
Track and communicate safety performance metrics.
Serve as the primary internal contact for facility maintenance concerns.
Coordinate external contractors for building, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and grounds-related work.
Respond to facility emergencies and urgent maintenance issues as needed.
Assist with facility improvement projects and vendor management.