About this role
Key Responsibilities
Equipment Maintenance & Reliability
- Develop, implement, and manage a comprehensive preventive maintenance program for CNC and manual machine shop equipment.
- Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair machine tools and manufacturing equipment.
- Coordinate and perform preventive maintenance activities to minimize equipment downtime.
- Maintain maintenance schedules, records, and equipment documentation.
- Identify recurring equipment issues and implement corrective actions.
- Coordinate machine repairs with outside service providers as necessary.
- Maintain spare parts inventory and recommend critical spare parts requirements.
- Support equipment installation, setup, and relocation as needed.
- Assist production teams in resolving equipment-related issues.
Safety & Compliance
- Promote and champion 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.
Facilities Support
- 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.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
- Minimum of 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.
Preferred Qualifications
- 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.
Physical Requirements
- 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.