Job Description

**THE GRIFF NETWORK

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**POSITION DESCRIPTION

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**Job Title:

**Machinist & Industrial Maintenance Mechanic (Entry-Level / Junior)

**Department:

**Maintenance & Operations

**Reports To:

**Maintenance Manager (Job Title, Not Manager's Name)

**Location:

**Fallsington, PA

**FLSA Status:

**Non-Exempt

• Hourly Pay Range: $20.00 – $23.00 / hour

• Shift: 1st Shift (Monday – Friday)

**Seniority Level:

**Entry-Level / Junior (0–2 Years Experience)

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**Description

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The Machinist & Industrial Maintenance Mechanic (Entry-Level / Junior) is responsible for assisting in the operation, setup, maintenance, and troubleshooting of heavy industrial production machinery across line operations (including extrusion, coating, lamination, metallization, and converting). Working under the guidance of senior technicians and the Maintenance Manager on 1st Shift, this role supports mechanical repair, basic industrial electrical troubleshooting, and the fabrication/machining of replacement parts using CNC and manual machinery (lathes and mills). This position ensures machine reliability, minimizes production downtime, and maintains strict compliance with plant safety standards while building comprehensive technical expertise.

**Key Responsibilities

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• **Machining & Setup: **Assist in set up, manual adjustment, and daily operational support for heavy industrial production equipment across converting, coating, and extrusion lines.
• **Machining & Fabrication: **Learn and perform basic machining operations using manual lathes, mills, and CNC machinery to fabricate, repair, or modify replacement parts and tooling.
• **System Diagnostics: **Support senior technicians in diagnosing and resolving mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and basic electrical issues (e.g., fuses, sensors, motors, and wiring) on plant equipment.
• **Preventative Maintenance: **Perform routine preventative maintenance (PM) inspections, lubrication, component replacements, and machinery alignments according to scheduled PM programs.
• **Equipment Maintenance: **Assist with minor plant equipment installations, welding, sheet metal fabrication, and basic pipefitting duties under supervisor guidance.
• **Reporting & Documentation: **Accurately log maintenance activities, repair work orders, and parts inventory using digital record-keeping software and shift logs.
• **Safety & Compliance: **Strictly adhere to all safety protocols, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures, OSHA regulations, and company safety guidelines at all times.

**Qualifications

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**Education:

**High school diploma or equivalent required. Vocational certificate, Associate degree, or trade school diploma in Industrial Maintenance, Precision Machining, Mechatronics, or relevant technical field strongly preferred.

**Experience:

**0–2 years of experience in an industrial maintenance, machining, or mechanical repair environment. Candidates with relevant trade school training/internship experience are highly encouraged to apply.

**Skills:

**Foundational understanding of mechanical power transmission, hydraulics, pneumatics, basic industrial electricity, and machine shop tools. Basic computer literacy for work order tracking.

**Licenses/Certifications:

**OSHA 10/30, LOTO certification, or formal machining certifications are a plus.

**Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

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• **Core Competencies: **Strong mechanical aptitude with an eagerness to learn complex heavy machinery systems.
• **Core Competencies: **Strong foundational math skills (algebra, geometry, unit conversions, precision measurement interpretation).
• **Core Competencies: **Ability to read and interpret basic mechanical drawings, blueprints, schematics, and equipment manuals.
• **Technical Proficiencies: **Basic proficiency operating manual machine tools (lathes, mills, drill presses) and introductory exposure to CNC machine controls/setups.
• **Technical Proficiencies: **Basic working knowledge of hand/power tools, precision measurement devices (micrometers, calipers, dial indicators), and multimeter tools.
• **Technical Proficiencies: **Familiarity with pneumatic valves, hydraulic cylinders, electrical wiring, and AC/DC motors.
• **Behavioral Attributes: **High attention to detail, precision, and safety consciousness.
• **Behavioral Attributes: **Strong problem-solving mindset and positive, team-oriented work ethic.
• **Behavioral Attributes: **Effective verbal and written communication skills; ability to follow multi-step technical instructions.

**Physical Requirements

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• Must be able to stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and reach for extended periods during a 1st shift work schedule.
• Ability to regularly lift and move objects up to 50 lbs unassisted and heavier loads with mechanical aid.
• Capable of working in a manufacturing floor environment with exposure to heat, noise, machinery motion, and industrial lubricants (PPE provided).
• Must possess sufficient manual dexterity, visual acuity, and hand-eye coordination to handle small mechanical components, operate precision measuring equipment, and perform machining work.

**Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

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The Griff Network is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status.