Manufacturing Maintenance Technician

We are seeking a highly skilled Manufacturing Maintenance Technician to support our metal fabrication and manufacturing operations. This role is responsible for ensuring the reliable operation, maintenance, and repair of production machinery, welding equipment, and facility systems. The technician performs preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs, and continuous improvement activities to maximize equipment uptime, safety, and production efficiency.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Production Equipment Maintenance

• Perform routine, preventive, and corrective maintenance on fabrication and manufacturing equipment, including:
• Press brakes
• Power shears
• Plasma cutting tables
• Waterjet cutting systems
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems associated with production machinery.
• Assist with equipment setup, alignment, calibration, and modification to meet production and quality requirements.
• Work closely with production personnel to diagnose equipment issues and minimize downtime.

Welding & Fabrication Equipment

• Maintain and repair industrial welding equipment, including:
• ESAB welding machines
• Miller welding machines
• Inspect welding power supplies, torches, wire feeders, gas delivery systems, and related components.
• Ensure welding equipment operates safely, efficiently, and within manufacturer specifications.

Facility & Utility Systems

• Maintain and repair facility equipment and infrastructure, including:
• Air compressors and compressed air distribution systems
• Compactors and material handling support equipment
• Facility electrical systems (panels, lighting, outlets, basic controls)
• HVAC systems (basic troubleshooting, filter changes, belt replacements, coordination with contractors as needed)
• Perform general building maintenance such as doors, roll-up doors, guards, supports, and safety devices.

Preventive Maintenance & Documentation

• Execute scheduled preventive maintenance (PM) programs to extend equipment life and reduce unplanned failures.
• Use schematics, manuals, drawings, and diagnostic tools to identify issues and implement effective solutions.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, work orders, PM logs, and compliance documentation (manual or CMMS “Asset Essentials”).

Safety & Continuous Improvement

• Follow all safety procedures, lockout/tagout (LOTO), and PPE requirements.
• Identify potential safety hazards and report or correct them proactively.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance equipment reliability, safety, and efficiency