What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance Mechanic - 2nd Shift- Industrial Manufacturing Equipment position at Confidential?
About the Role
A well-established manufacturer in the Worcester County area is seeking an experienced Maintenance Mechanic to join our team. In this hands-on role, you'll keep our production and packaging equipment running safely and efficiently—diagnosing issues, making repairs, and performing preventative maintenance that keeps the floor moving. This is a great fit for a mechanically strong troubleshooter who takes pride in solving problems and doing the job right.
What You'll Do
- Diagnose malfunctions and repair or replace broken machine components
- Perform routine preventative maintenance and inspect equipment for wear or damage
- Troubleshoot mechanical, basic electrical, and pneumatic systems
- Use testing devices and PLC/HMI fault information to identify root causes; PLC programming is not a primary responsibility
- Respond to breakdowns quickly to minimize production downtime
- Support equipment setup, product changeovers, and line startups as needed
- Work on production and packaging equipment, including conveyors, carton-handling equipment, glue systems, scales, checkweighers, printers, and palletizing equipment
- Maintain accurate records of maintenance, repairs, parts used, and corrective actions
- Communicate equipment status and unresolved issues through maintenance passdowns
- Work closely with Production and Quality to verify repairs and return equipment to service
- Support and help train other team members as needed
- Follow all safety procedures, including lockout/tagout, machine guarding, and required PPE
What You'll Bring
- 4 or more years of hands-on maintenance or mechanic experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment preferred
- Strong troubleshooting skills across mechanical, basic electrical, and pneumatic systems
- Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, and pneumatic diagrams
- High school diploma or GED required; technical school, trade training, or an industrial maintenance certificate preferred
- Ability to complete company-required lockout/tagout, forklift, aerial-lift, and other applicable safety training
- Welding, fabrication, machining, and hydraulic experience are a plus
- Experience with packaging equipment and conveyors is a plus
- Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus but not required
Physical Requirements
- Ability to occasionally lift and carry up to 50 lbs., with or without reasonable accommodation
- Standing, walking, bending, crouching, kneeling, climbing, and reaching throughout the shift
- Comfortable working around production machinery, moving equipment, noise, and varying temperatures
- Ability to wear all required personal protective equipment
Why Join Us
- Competitive pay and benefits
- Stable, full-time 2nd shift work
- Opportunities to expand your mechanical and technical skills
- A team environment that values safety, communication, accountability, and practical problem-solving
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $30.00 - $38.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Maintenance or industrial mechanic: 4 years (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $30 - $38