Industrial Maintenance Technician — Fabrication Emphasis

Berk Manufacturing
  • Boyertown, PA
    3 days ago

    Job Description

    About the Role

    Picture a typical day: you arrive on the floor, scan the production lines, and jump right into a preventive check on a conveyor that’s key to first-shift throughput. Mid-morning, you’re diagnosing a motor issue that’s tripping overloads; by afternoon, you’re assisting with a line changeover and fine-tuning adjustments to hit quality targets. Throughout, you’re partnering with production and QC to keep uptime high and safety front and center.

    What You'll Do

    • Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve mechanical problems on manufacturing equipment in a fast-paced environment
    • Execute routine and preventive maintenance across machinery and facility systems
    • Repair or replace bearings, belts, chains, blades, motors, and other mechanical components
    • Assist with new equipment installs, line changeovers, and precision adjustments
    • Follow safety policies and procedures at all times, including lockout/tagout
    • Collaborate closely with production and quality teams to reduce downtime and boost reliability
    • Work as part of a cohesive maintenance team, supporting fellow mechanics and techs

    What You Bring

    • Hands-on industrial mechanical experience with strong troubleshooting capability
    • Working knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, conveyors, motors, and related systems
    • Uncompromising commitment to safe work practices
    • Preferred: fabrication skills (cutting, grinding, drilling, shaping metal parts)

    Physical Realities of the Job

    • Stand, walk, bend, and lift throughout the shift
    • Lift up to 50 lbs
    • Operate in a manufacturing setting with noise, machinery, and variable temperatures
    • Work at heights or in confined spaces when needed

    Schedule & Flexibility

    Schedules align with business demand. Team members are assigned to day shift coverage or night shift coverage based on availability and plant requirements.

    • Day shift coverage generally falls between approximately 5:00 AM – 6:00 PM
    • Night shift coverage generally falls between approximately 5:00 PM – 4:00 AM
    • Typical shifts are 8–10 hours in length
    • Start/end times may vary slightly with production needs and maintenance priorities

    Indicate your day or night preference; we assign accordingly and aim to keep schedules consistent within the assigned shift. Flexibility is essential in manufacturing. Occasional after-hours or emergency call-in support may be required.

    Rewards & Benefits

    • Competitive Pay
    • Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance plans
    • Optional pet, disability, and life insurance
    • 401 K and additional retirement savings plans
    • Paid-Time-Off
    • Stable, full-time role with ample overtime opportunities
    • Clear paths for advancement

    Background Check & Drug-Free Workplace

    Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. We encourage individuals with prior criminal history to apply. Criminal history does not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. However, certain convictions may be considered disqualifying when they are directly related to the responsibilities and safety requirements of the position. Applicants with a criminal history are encouraged to disclose this information during or prior to the interview process. Criminal history is reviewed on a case-by-case basis as part of the background check process.

    This is a drug-free workplace. We conduct random and reasonable-suspicion drug and alcohol testing.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationBoyertown, PA

    Skills

    • Conveyor Systemsunmatched
    • Dental Insuranceunmatched
    • Drillingunmatched
    • Facilities and Maintenanceunmatched
    • Grindingunmatched
    • Hydraulic Engineeringunmatched
    • Identify Issuesunmatched
    • Lift/Move 50 Poundsunmatched
    • Maintenance Servicesunmatched
    • Manufacturingunmatched
    • Manufacturing Equipment Maintenanceunmatched
    • Metal Shapingunmatched
    • Preventative Maintenanceunmatched
    • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
    • Quality Controlunmatched
    • Safety Processunmatched
    • Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
    • Team Playerunmatched
    • Vision Planunmatched

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