Job Description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Follow all established safety procedures including the use of required personal protective equipment such as safety glasses, safety shoes, and hearing protection.

• Perform a variety of complex maintenance and repair tasks with minimal supervision.

• Inspect mechanical devices in operation and listen for unusual sounds to identify causes of malfunction and determine necessary repairs or adjustments.

• Disassemble machinery and equipment to access and repair defective components.

• Clean and lubricate machine parts including shafts, pulleys, gears, bearings, and other components.

• Examine parts for wear, defects, or damage and repair or replace as necessary.

• Inspect used components to detect wear, misalignment, or other operational issues.

• Repair or replace machine components such as belts, filters, fans, and other mechanical parts.

• Adjust functional parts and control instruments to maintain proper machine operation.

• Realign and adjust components including spindles, clutches, feed mechanisms, and other mechanical systems.

• Identify and repair damaged air or hydraulic lines and install new piping as required.

• Install functional or structural components on machines and equipment.

• Start and test equipment to verify proper operation and performance.

• Assemble and test machine tools and related equipment.

• Initiate or recommend purchase requisitions for parts and equipment when necessary.

• Troubleshoot and repair electrical components of machinery.

• Complete required maintenance documentation including work orders and maintenance logs.

• Report significant equipment issues, parts shortages, or maintenance concerns to the Maintenance Supervisor.

• Maintain safe and clean work areas to prevent safety hazards such as spills or grease buildup.

• Perform preventative maintenance tasks on machinery according to established schedules.

• Move and relocate equipment as needed for service or installation.

• Assist with installation of new machinery using forklifts or machinery moving equipment.

• Work collaboratively with production and maintenance personnel to support operational goals.

• Follow all applicable production quality standards and certification requirements.

• Perform additional duties as assigned by management.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or GED required.

• Formal training, apprenticeship, or related technical education preferred.

• Minimum of 5 years of maintenance experience working with CNC machines such as lathes, mills, or similar equipment.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret safety guidelines, operating manuals, and maintenance procedures.

• Strong knowledge of CNC machinery, tooling, and maintenance practices.

• Experience using various hand and power tools.

• Knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical repair techniques.

• Ability to inspect, diagnose, and repair industrial equipment efficiently.

• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting ability.

• Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors and team members.

• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand or walk for the duration of an 8–10 hour shift.

• Occasional sitting, bending, crouching, kneeling, or reaching.

• Frequent lifting, pushing, or pulling up to 25 pounds, and occasional lifting up to 50 pounds.

• Exposure to moving mechanical parts.

• Frequent exposure to airborne particles and metalworking fluids.

• Work environment may be loud; hearing protection is required.

• Must have strong visual and hearing capabilities to detect machine malfunctions.

• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.

You should be proficient in:

• CNC Tooling
• CNC Programming
• CNC Machine Repair
• CNC Machine Installation
• Maintenance and Repair Skills
• CNC Machine Setup & Changeover
• Troubleshooting CNC Machines