Production/Industrial Maintenance Tech - Experienced

The Lindgren Group•Minneapolis, MN

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Nico Products is seeking an experienced Industrial Maintenance Technician to maintain and repair manufacturing equipment, ensuring production lines run safely and efficiently. This role is crucial for maintaining uptime and supporting the metal finishing industry, which serves sectors like medical, aerospace, defense, industrial, and commercial. The company emphasizes reliability, mechanical aptitude, critical thinking, and a willingness to learn, offering opportunities for career growth rather than just a job. The Industrial Maintenance Technician will be responsible for maximizing production uptime by maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, and improving manufacturing equipment. This involves working closely with production employees to resolve issues, performing preventive maintenance, and participating in continuous improvement initiatives. Occasional on-call support may be required. The role requires a strong understanding of mechanical and electrical systems and a commitment to safety and quality.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED.
Minimum 2 years of industrial, manufacturing, production maintenance, mechanical maintenance, or similar experience.
Strong mechanical aptitude.
Ability to troubleshoot mechanical and electrical equipment.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings.
Ability to read an analog clock and tape measure.
Basic math and geometry skills.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
Dependable attendance.
Legally authorized to work in the United States.
Comfortable working in an active manufacturing environment that includes heat, humidity, dust, noise, and moving equipment.
Willingness to secure personal mobile devices during working hours and access them only during scheduled breaks in designated areas.
Available to participate in an in-person interview in Minnesota.

Nice To Haves

Technical school, maintenance certification, military mechanical experience, or related trade experience.
Welding experience.
Has or willing to achieve a boilers license.
Experience working with pneumatic, hydraulic, electrical, and PLC-controlled equipment.
Experience using diagnostic equipment, multi-meters, and common maintenance hand tools.
Experience using computers, tablets, and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

Perform preventive maintenance on manufacturing and production equipment.
Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, plumbing, welding, and basic carpentry issues.
Diagnose equipment failures and safely restore production as quickly as possible.
Monitor equipment performance and identify potential problems before failures occur.
Read and interpret work orders, blueprints, schematics, repair manuals, and technical drawings.
Install, modify, and commission production equipment.
Maintain maintenance records, repair documentation, and spare parts inventory.
Collaborate with production employees to improve equipment reliability and manufacturing efficiency.
Follow all company safety policies, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO).
Participate in continuous improvement activities.
Perform other duties as assigned.