Maintenance Technician
- 497414
- Boise, Idaho, United States
- NxEdge
- Operations
- Full-Time/Regular
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CNC Machine Tool Technician
Position Summary
The CNC Machine Tool Technician is responsible for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, and optimizing CNC machine tools and related manufacturing equipment. This role ensures equipment reliability, precision, and uptime while supporting production goals, quality requirements, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
Machine Maintenance & Repair
- Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on CNC machining centers, lathes, grinders, and related equipment.
- Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and servo system issues.
- Troubleshoot machine alarms, control system faults, and performance problems.
- Replace and align machine components, including ball screws, spindles, bearings, motors, and way systems.
- Assist with machine installations, relocations, and commissioning activities.
CNC Controls & Automation
- Diagnose issues with CNC controls such as Fanuc, Siemens, Mitsubishi, Haas, Heidenhain, or Mazatrol systems.
- Back up and restore machine parameters, programs, and machine configurations.
- Support automation equipment, including robots, pallet systems, tool management systems, and material handling equipment.
- Verify machine calibration and positioning accuracy.
Precision & Quality
- Conduct machine geometry inspections and alignment checks.
- Perform laser calibration, ballbar analysis, and machine capability assessments when required.
- Ensure equipment maintains process capability and dimensional accuracy requirements.
- Work closely with Quality and Manufacturing Engineering teams to resolve equipment-related quality issues.
Continuous Improvement
- Analyze downtime trends and implement corrective actions to improve Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE).
- Recommend upgrades and improvements that increase machine reliability and performance.
- Participate in root cause investigations and corrective action activities.
- Maintain accurate maintenance records and documentation.
Safety & Compliance
- Follow all company safety policies and Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures.
- Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
- Ensure all maintenance activities comply with applicable safety and environmental regulations.
Required Qualifications
- Associate degree, technical certificate, or equivalent experience in Industrial Maintenance, Mechatronics, Machine Tool Technology, or a related field.
- 3+ years of experience maintaining CNC manufacturing equipment.
- Ability to read electrical schematics, hydraulic diagrams, and mechanical drawings.
- Proficiency with precision measuring equipment and diagnostic tools.
- Strong understanding of CNC controls, with Fanuc preferred.
- Strong understanding of servo systems and drives.
- Knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
- Strong electrical troubleshooting skills.
- Knowledge of precision machine alignment.
- Strong understanding of machine tool mechanics.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience supporting high-precision manufacturing environments.
- Knowledge of semiconductor, aerospace, medical, or precision machining industries.
- Experience with robotic automation systems.
- Experience with laser calibration and machine geometry.
- PLC troubleshooting experience, including Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or similar systems.
Key Competencies
- Troubleshooting and problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Mechanical aptitude
- Electrical diagnostics
- Root cause analysis
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Continuous improvement mindset
Physical Requirements
- Ability to lift up to 35 pounds.
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, climb, and work around manufacturing equipment for extended periods.
- Ability to work from ladders, lifts, and elevated platforms when necessary.
NxEdge is a subsidiary of Enpro, a leading industrial technology company focused on critical applications across many end-markets, including semiconductor, industrial process, commercial vehicle, sustainable power generation, aerospace, food and pharma, photonics and life sciences.
At Enpro, we believe that diversity drives innovation and inclusion fosters growth. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. Our employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, military service, or any other status protected by applicable law. If you require accommodation due to a disability at any time during the recruitment and/or assessment process, please contact Human Resources, and we will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate your request.