Maintenance Technician - Mechanical/Welding

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in the initial building of the facility and installation of equipment.
• Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on metal manufacturing machinery including furnaces and associated downstream processing machines.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, pneumatic, vacuum, compression, and hydraulic systems.
• Respond to machine breakdowns and unplanned downtime in a timely and efficient manner to minimize production delays.
• Conduct routine inspections to ensure equipment is operating at peak performance and meets safety standards.
• Maintain accurate maintenance logs, including details of repairs, parts used, and time spent on each task.
• Collaborate with production and engineering teams to solve issues that impact safety, ergonomics, reliability, or production uptime.
• Assist in equipment installations, upgrades, and modifications as needed.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area, following all safety procedures and company policies.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and company safety standards and guidelines.
• Participate in on-call or after-hours support as needed.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Technical degree or certification preferred but not required.
• Proven experience of 3+ years in maintenance within a manufacturing or industrial setting.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, vacuum, compressor, and pneumatic systems.
• Experience with CNC machines, lathes, presses, and other metalworking equipment is a plus.
• Capability to weld (MIG or TIG) and fabricate metal structures from drawings.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and manuals.
• Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills.
• Proficient with hand tools, power tools, fabrication tools, and diagnostic equipment.
• Familiarity with preventive and predictive maintenance practices and techniques.
• Ability to work well independently and as part of the engineering and production teams.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
• Good communication skills and the ability to interact with cross-functional teams.
• Flexibility to work on rotating shifts, weekends, or on-call when required.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand, walk, and bend for extended periods.
• Ability to work in noisy, hot, or potentially hazardous environments (with appropriate PPE).
• Comfortable working with heavy machinery and tools.