Maintenance Technician

Key Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and control system issues on automated production equipment.

• Maintain and troubleshoot industrial robotics, automated assembly systems, conveyors, and related manufacturing machinery.

• Utilize PLC systems and diagnostic tools to identify equipment faults, troubleshoot inputs and outputs, and support equipment adjustments.

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance to minimize equipment downtime and maintain production efficiency.

• Read and interpret electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, and equipment manuals.

• Troubleshoot electrical components, including sensors, motors, relays, drives, and control circuits.

• Install, adjust, calibrate, and maintain new and existing production equipment.

• Assist with equipment installation, qualification, and validation activities (IQ/OQ/PQ).

• Maintain accurate maintenance records, calibration documentation, and equipment history.

• Support root cause investigations, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Follow lockout/tagout procedures, safety protocols, and regulated manufacturing requirements.

• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to support equipment reliability as additional production lines are introduced.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience maintaining or troubleshooting automated industrial production equipment.

• Strong hands-on electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills.

• Experience working with PLC-controlled machinery and automated manufacturing systems.

• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and technical drawings.

• Experience troubleshooting pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical systems.

• Familiarity with electrical testing equipment, including multimeters.

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• Electrical certification or applicable technical qualifications.

• Ability to work independently and respond effectively to equipment breakdowns.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience troubleshooting industrial robots or robotic assembly equipment.

• Familiarity with Siemens or Mitsubishi PLC systems.

• Experience with servo motors, sensors, VFDs, and industrial control systems.

• Technical certificate or associate degree in Electrical, Electromechanical, Automation, or a related field.

• Experience in medical device, pharmaceutical, food, or other regulated manufacturing environments.

• Familiarity with FDA requirements, ISO 13485, and equipment validation procedures.

• Experience with oscilloscopes, megohmmeters, calibration equipment, or metrology systems.

• Experience installing, commissioning, or modifying automated production equipment.

• Background in continuous improvement, root cause analysis, or CAPA processes.

Compensation & Schedule

• Pay: Low $30s/hour, depending on experience.

• Shift: 1st Shift, 6:00 AM–3:00 PM, including a one-hour lunch.

• Bonuses: Quarterly performance-based incentive opportunities.

• Overtime: Occasional overtime or off-shift support may be required for urgent equipment repairs.