Maintenance Mechanic- Griswold Products- Moosup CT

CI – The Manufacturing Career HUB • Plainfield, CT

62d • $28 • Onsite

About The Position

MAINTENANCE MECHANIC –GRISWOLD PRODUCTS, MOOSUP, CT Join a fast-paced rubber manufacturing team! Earn $28.00 per hour Use your skills to keep production moving! Hands-on work with hydraulic, pneumatic & mechanical systems Full-time, day shift: Mon–Fri 4AM-3:30 PM, 4 AM–1:30 PM 2-3 years’ experience? Mechanical know-how? You're who we need! Safety-first, team-driven environment Career growth, steady hours, and hands-on challenges awaitApply today – make your mark in manufacturing!

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required; technical/vocational training preferred.
• 3+ years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment; rubber or plastics industry experience is a plus.
• Solid knowledge of mechanical systems, hydraulics, pneumatics, and basic electrical troubleshooting.
• Proficient with hand and power tools; welding or fabrication experience is beneficial.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks.
• Comfortable with physical work, including lifting to 50 lbs. and working in industrial conditions (heat, noise, standing for long periods).

Nice To Haves

• Forklift or man-lift certification.
• Strong communication and organizational skills

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, maintain, and repair mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems on rubber processing equipment such as extruders, mixers, and molding machines.
• Perform preventive maintenance tasks according to schedule to minimize unplanned downtime.
• Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns to support continuous production.
• Read and interpret mechanical diagrams, blueprints, manuals, and technical documents.
• Document all maintenance activities in logs or digital maintenance systems.
• Assist in the installation and startup of new equipment or modifications to existing systems.
• Collaborate with production, safety, and quality teams to ensure operational efficiency.
• Comply with safety regulations including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), machine guarding, and proper use of tools and PPE.
• Maintain an organized and safe work environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees