Maintenance Mechanic

Summary:

A Manufacturing Mechanic job description typically outlines responsibilities for maintaining and repairing industrial machinery within a production facility, including performing preventative maintenance, troubleshooting malfunctions, replacing worn parts, and ensuring equipment operates efficiently, often requiring proficiency with hand tools, power tools, and technical manuals; often working in a fast-paced environment with safety regulations to adhere to 

Department: Maintenance 

• Conduct routine inspections and preventative maintenance checks on building systems, including HVAC units, plumbing fixtures, electrical panels, and fire safety equipment.
• Perform scheduled lubrication and filter changes on machinery.
• Perform routine maintenance and repairs on all manufacturing equipment and vacuum system to ensure optimal production efficiency and uptime.
• Troubleshoot mechanical issues, diagnose root causes, and implement corrective actions.
• Conduct preventative maintenance tasks according to established schedules, including lubrication, cleaning, and inspections.
• Read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and maintenance manuals to understand equipment operation and repair procedures.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Maintenance and Repair:

• Disassemble and reassemble machinery to access components for repair.
• Replace worn or damaged parts, including bearings, belts, gears, and seals.
• Perform adjustments and alignments on machinery to ensure proper functionality.
• Repair and maintain pneumatic, electrical systems as needed.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot malfunctions in plumbing, electrical, HVAC systems, and other building components.
• Perform minor repairs including fixing leaky faucets, replacing light bulbs, repairing minor electrical issues, patching drywall, and fixing minor carpentry issues.
• Respond to maintenance work orders and complete repairs promptly.

Preventative Maintenance:

• Follow established preventative maintenance schedules to proactively address potential issues.
• Conduct routine inspections of machinery for wear and tear, potential hazards, and lubrication levels.
• Maintain detailed maintenance records and reports.

Troubleshooting:

• Identify and diagnose mechanical issues by analyzing symptoms, sounds, and operational data.
• Use troubleshooting techniques to isolate problems and determine necessary repairs.

Safety Compliance:

• Adhere to all safety protocols and procedures while working on machinery.
• Report any safety concerns or hazards immediately.
• Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Proven experience as a manufacturing mechanic or related role
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to read blueprints and technical manuals
• Proficiency with hand tools, power tools, and measuring instruments
• Basic understanding of electrical, vacuum and pneumatic systems
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Physical Demands:

• Ability to lift heavy objects, bend, climb, and stand for extended periods.
• Manual dexterity to handle small parts and tools.
• Must have knowledge of basis of Vacuum system as well Plumbing, HVAC and Electricity

Work Environment:

Industrial manufacturing facility with exposure to noise, dust, and grease.

• Salary Range $70K-$80K based on experience.
• 100% on-site role
• EOE/Disability/Veteran

FEI offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Accounts, and a 401(k) plan with a 6% company match in company stock.

We also provide a very generous paid time off policy, along with 11 paid holidays.

In addition, we operate on a 9/80 work schedule, which gives employees every other Friday off. This schedule includes longer workdays—9 hours and 45 minutes with a mandatory 45-minute lunch break. One week consists of four workdays (36 hours), and the following week includes five workdays (45 hours). Despite this variation, employees are paid for a consistent 40-hour workweek, with weekly pay.