Manufacturing Operations Technician

PDS Tech • Wilmington, MA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a manufacturer serving the electrical, industrial, construction, and utility markets to hire a hands-on Manufacturing Operations Technician. This direct-hire, onsite position in Wilmington, Massachusetts combines equipment maintenance, facility support, inventory management, shipping and receiving, and operational improvement. The technician helps keep manufacturing operations safe, efficient, and on schedule while supporting continuous improvement across the facility.

The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with flexibility to start early or stay up to one hour later as needed. Compensation is $26.45–$30.30 per hour, based on experience. The role involves extended periods of standing and lifting up to 35 pounds.

Requirements

• High school diploma, vocational training, or equivalent experience.
• 3–5+ years of experience in manufacturing, maintenance, facilities, shipping/receiving, warehouse, or industrial operations environments.
• Experience with inventory control, material handling, and shipping/receiving processes.
• Familiarity with SAP or similar inventory or manufacturing systems.
• Experience performing routine and preventive equipment maintenance.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting abilities.
• Experience safely using hand tools, power tools, and shop equipment.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities independently.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 35 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Forklift certification or material-handling equipment experience.
• Experience supporting facility maintenance activities.
• Knowledge of 5S, lean manufacturing, or continuous improvement practices.
• Experience maintaining environmental, maintenance, or operational records.

Responsibilities

• Support shipping, receiving, packaging, material movement, and inventory control activities.
• Perform routine and preventive maintenance on manufacturing and post-processing equipment.
• Assist with equipment installations, relocations, workspace setup, and facility upkeep.
• Coordinate maintenance, inspections, repairs, and vendor service activities.
• Monitor and maintain inventory levels for PPE, tools, consumables, MRO supplies, and shop materials.
• Maintain accurate environmental, recycling, and waste-management records.
• Apply 5S principles to maintain organized, safe, and efficient workspaces.
• Conduct routine inspections of safety equipment and coordinate replenishment or service as needed.
• Identify and escalate equipment, process, quality, or facility concerns.
• Support manufacturing, quality, and operational initiatives across the facility.

Benefits

• Long-term career stability through a direct-hire position.
• Competitive hourly compensation based on experience.
• Consistent weekday schedule with work-life balance.
• Opportunity to build expertise across manufacturing operations, maintenance, logistics, and facilities support.
• Supportive team environment focused on safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Professional development opportunity.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED