The CNC Machine Maintenance Mechanic will analyze, troubleshoot, maintain, and repair a variety of CNC electro-mechanical control systems and machine sub-systems for precision machining equipment. The role focuses on detecting machine abnormalities using real-time data (servo load, temperature, vibration, acoustics) to improve predictive maintenance and achieve zero breakdown/zero product defect capabilities. This is a 100% on-site role in Franklin, MA, spanning three suites (Ste 70 AMC1, Ste 50 SSU, Ste 1020 AMC2) with 50 OEMs, 35 major machines, and 50+ peripherals. Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM-3:30 PM (possible later start). Contract duration: 101 days (Sep 21, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026). One on-site interview with hiring manager.
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- Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on manufacturing machinery
- Maintain and repair diverse machining equipment: 5-axis milling machines, mill turns, EDMs, Laser-Swiss, CNC lathes, motion control systems, mist collectors, ovens, stamping machines, etc.
- Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and control systems down to the component level
- Document work performed in maintenance software and determine root cause for every failure
- Plan repair work, determine methods/sequence of operations, and collaborate with engineering on complex problems
- Identify improvements to preventative maintenance instructions, asset BOMs, and machine design changes; communicate to engineering management
- Perform tank cleanouts and light TPM repairs
- Maintain knowledge of and adhere to FDA quality system regulation, ISO13485, and ISO9001 policies
- Walk machine areas to identify air/water leaks, filters, and basic maintenance needs
- Complete GDP documentation using strong writing skills
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- 3-5 years of experience maintaining and troubleshooting electrical and mechanical systems on CNC machine shop equipment in a manufacturing environment
- Minimum 1+ year of baseline mechanical skills or machine shop/design experience; 3-5 years documented machine experience ideal (flexible)
- 2+ years of Ballbar testing and analysis - preferred
- 3-5 years of experience with Fanuc, Mitsubishi, Heidenhain, and Mazatrol CNC controllers - preferred
- 3-5 years of experience troubleshooting/repairing PLC and servo drive hardware and software - preferred
- 3-5 years of experience maintaining/repairing CNC equipment from manufacturers such as Mazak, KERN, Tsugami, EuroTech, Rofin, Fanuc EDM, Maier, and Citizen - preferred
- Prior factory experience preferred; FDA environment experience preferred
- Welding ability a plus
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- Baseline mechanical skills
- Reading/interpreting schematics, drawings, and performance specifications (electrical/mechanical/pneumatic/hydraulic/ladder logic)
- CNC programming and operation for maintenance verification
- Power tools, hand tools, and forklift operation
- Detailed technical/repair report writing (advanced MS Office)
- Analytical, root-cause problem-solving
- Strong communication skills