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Mechanic Technician - 2nd Shift

HarperCollins Publishers
HarperCollins Publishers Salary
Depew, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 12/30/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/28/2026
Harlequin, a division of HarperCollins,is seeking a qualified Mechanic Technician - 2nd Shift (2:30pm-11:00pm),however,looking for flexibility to move shifts occasionally. Training will take place during mid shift.

A Mechanic Technician works under the direction of the Maintenance Supervisor and collaborates with the Maintenance Team to set up, troubleshoot, repair, and perform preventive maintenance on production equipment to ensure efficient and safe operations. This shift will primarily do preventive maintenance but will also assist with issues in our Short Print Run department.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate the following:

Equipment Setup & Maintenance

  • Set up all production equipment as needed.
  • Perform scheduled, routine preventative maintenance to keep equipment operating efficiently and minimize downtime.
  • Conduct machine changeovers throughout the day based on production needs.
  • Support 5S initiatives by maintaining clean, organized, and safe work areas free from debris and pallets.
  • Maintain various maintenance and downtime logs and required paperwork accurately.

Troubleshooting & Repairs

  • Perform mechanical adjustments to ensure equipment and machines operate smoothly.
  • Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues and the ability to repair equipment.
  • Fabricate parts, guards, or other devices as necessary to maintain safe working conditions and continuous operations.

Team Support & Communication

  • Assist in training new associates in equipment operation, maintenance, and safety procedures.
  • Communicate clearly with supervisor and team members regarding equipment updates, production delays, or quality concerns.
  • Perform additional duties as needed

Qualifications

Education, Experience & Skills:

  • High School Diploma or GED required.
  • Experience working with controls (i.e., photo eyes & sensors).
  • Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
  • Ability to add, subtract, multiply, divide, and count.
  • Ability to read mechanical and electrical drawings.
  • Ability to troubleshoot equipment and make necessary repairs with some direct supervision.
  • Ability to prioritize tasks.
  • Demonstrated ability to clearly communicate equipment status, production impacts, and quality concerns to team members and supervisors.
  • 2-3 years of proven experience troubleshooting and repairing mechanical equipment.
  • Knowledge of conveyors, hydraulics, pneumatics, and some electrical systems.
  • Basic PLC knowledge is a plus.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Frequently required to stand, sit, walk, reach with hands and arms, grasp with hands, and use close vision and depth perception.
  • Regularly bends and lifts weights up to 30 lbs; occasionally lifts up to 50 lbs.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

  • Frequently operates or works near moving equipment.
  • Works in moderate noise environments.
  • Occasional exposure to diesel fumes from dock trucks.
  • Works in varying temperature conditions.

Pay: Starting at $25/hr. Salary will commensurate with experience.

In addition to cash compensation, the company provides a comprehensive and highly competitive benefits package, with a variety of physical health, retirement and savings, caregiving, emotional wellbeing, transportation, and other benefits, including "elective" benefits employees may select to best fit the needs and personal situations of our diverse workforce.

HarperCollins Publishers is an equal opportunity employer.

HarperCollins Publishers is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities, in our job application and/or interview process. If you need assistance or accommodation in completing your application, due to a disability, email us at TalentManagement@harpercollins.com . Note: we will only respond to accommodation requests.

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