Maintenance Worker – Maintenance Mechanic

Location:  Woburn MA
Job Type: Full-time/temp to perm
Pay Range: $30 – $35 per hour

Position Summary:
The Manufacturing Maintenance Mechanic is a member of the maintenance department responsible for preventative maintenance on industrial production equipment, ensuring operability, reliability, and the proper functioning of related safety devices and systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain pipe systems and related hydraulic and pneumatic equipment; repair and replace gauges, valves, pressure regulators, power transmission, and related equipment.
  

• Complete Preventative Maintenance schedules for fire safety, emergency lighting, eyewash stations, and production/facility equipment.
  

• Maintain, repair, and lubricate machinery and equipment, as well as perform physical structure repairs and maintain pipe and simple electrical systems.
  

• Collaborate with engineering to assist in the installation of new equipment and processes.
  

• Communicate issues and statuses to other departments as necessary, coordinating work that impacts production schedules to minimize disruptions.
  

• Perform repairs and PM tasks routinely, documenting tasks for future reference.
  

• Research, recommend, and maintain spare parts inventory as directed.
  

• Document all departmental and contractor work in maintenance software, including costs and explanations of issues.
  

• Coordinate with outside vendors to perform specified work, including electrical, HVAC, roofing, cleaning, and specialized equipment repairs.
  

• Set up and operate machine tools, such as lathes, surface grinders, drills, and milling machines to repair or fabricate simple machine parts, with instruction.
  

• Safely utilize ladders and scissor lifts while working at elevated heights, following appropriate safety equipment and practices.
  

• Operate a forklift safely on the job floor.
  

• Follow other job-related instructions and perform additional duties or projects as requested by the Manager.

Requirements / Background:

• 5 years of mechanical experience with industrial equipment required.
  

• Ability to run a Bridgeport, lathe, and/or other machine shop equipment preferred.
  

• Mechanical or machining trade or vocational education training, and/or facilities/industrial maintenance work experience.
  

• Electrical experience within an industrial setting is a plus.
  

• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and wiring diagrams.
  

• Basic knowledge of large HP mechanical drive systems, including gearbox reducers, belts, pulleys, chains, and sprockets.
  

• Working knowledge of pumps, valves, and piping.
  

• Ability to follow directions and work safely and effectively.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand, walk, push, pull, reach overhead, and bend.
  

• Climb ladders and stairs as needed.
  

• Constantly exert up to 10 to 20 pounds of force to move objects, frequently exert 25 to 50 pounds, and occasionally exert 50 to 100 pounds.
  

• Visual acuity for reading machine dial gauges and precision measuring instruments.
  

• Hearing ability to monitor machine sounds to identify and diagnose changes.

Skills, Traits, and Competencies:

• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and effectively prioritize duties.
  

• Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
  

• Diligent attention to detail and high level of accuracy.
  

• Strong problem-solving abilities with a focus on continuous improvement.

Company Information:
We are 21st-century artisans utilizing state-of-the-art technology and old-world craftsmanship to provide precision metal bars, pre-production blanks, and material preparation services to companies machining high-precision components across various industries, including medical devices and automotive.

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