Equipment/Maintenance Technician- Temp

Vishay Intertechnology, Inc.; Attleboro (MA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. is seeking an Equipment Maintenance Technician II in Attleboro, MA. You will maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and improve manufacturing equipment and site systems to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operations.

The role requires hands-on skill with mechanical and electrical systems and collaboration with Engineering, Production, Quality, and EHS teams. This non-exempt, hourly position pays up to $38/hr and expects independence in diagnosing issues, performing

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 5+ years of industrial maintenance experience in manufacturing.
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting ability.
• Experience with pneumatics and basic hydraulics.
• Able to read schematics, wiring diagrams, and blueprints.
• Preventive maintenance experience on industrial equipment.
• Strong safety mindset and lockout/tagout experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine, preventive, and corrective maintenance on equipment and facility systems.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electromechanical issues.
• Respond to breakdowns and urgent maintenance needs promptly.
• Execute preventive maintenance according to schedules and priorities.
• Diagnose root causes and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Read schematics, wiring diagrams, and equipment manuals effectively.
• Support installation, setup, and modification of manufacturing equipment.
• Maintain equipment uptime and safe operating conditions site-wide.
• Document repairs and maintain maintenance records.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Electrical troubleshooting

Pneumatics

Hydraulics

Read schematics

Preventive maintenance

Safety compliance

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical training / associate degree in industrial maintenance or related field

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Vishay manufactures one of the world's largest portfolios of discrete semiconductors and passive electronic components that are essential to innovative designs in the automotive, industrial, computing, consumer, telecommunications, military, aerospace, and medical markets. We help the world's most in-demand technologies come to life. Every day our products touch your life and the lives of people across the world, though you likely do not know it. Come join us and help us build The DNA of tech.™

Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. is a Fortune 1,000 Company listed on the NYSE (VSH). Learn more at www.Vishay.com.

Job Location

Attleboro, MA

The Equipment Maintenance Technician II is responsible for the maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and improvement of manufacturing equipment and selected facility systems in support of safe, reliable, and efficient operations. This role is expected to work independently in diagnosing equipment issues, responding to breakdowns, performing preventive maintenance, and completing repairs in a timely manner to minimize production downtime. This position requires a hands‑on technician with strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills, solid maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment, and the ability to support both legacy and specialized production equipment. The Equipment Maintenance Technician II will work closely with Engineering, Production, Quality, and EHS to improve equipment reliability, maintain safe operations, and support the overall performance of the Attleboro site. Pay is $30/hr.

What You Will Be Doing

• Perform routine, preventive, and corrective maintenance on manufacturing equipment and selected facility systems.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electromechanical equipment issues.
• Respond urgently and independently to equipment breakdowns and production-related maintenance needs.
• Execute preventive maintenance activities in accordance with established schedules, procedures, and site priorities.
• Diagnose root causes of equipment failures and support corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Read and interpret schematics, wiring diagrams, technical drawings, equipment manuals, and related documentation.
• Support the installation, setup, adjustment, relocation, and improvement of manufacturing equipment.
• Assist in maintaining equipment uptime, reliability, and safe operating condition across the site.
• Work closely with Process Engineering, Production, and Quality to resolve equipment-related issues affecting output, quality, or flow.
• Identify and communicate spare parts needs, replacement recommendations, and equipment risks before failures occur.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, repair history, and work documentation.
• Fabricate, modify, or assist in the creation of simple guards, fixtures, brackets, and related components as needed to support operations.
• Support outside contractors, equipment vendors, and service technicians during on‑site work.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas in accordance with site standards and safe work practices.
• Follow all company safety requirements, including lockout/tagout, PPE, machine guarding, and safe maintenance procedures.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to equipment performance, uptime, sustainability, and maintenance effectiveness.
• Perform other maintenance‑related duties as assigned based on business and operational needs.
• This role is a non‑exempt hourly position paying up to $38/hr depending on experience.

What You Will Bring Along

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 5+ years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting ability.
• Experience with pneumatics and basic hydraulics.
• Ability to read schematics, wiring diagrams, blueprints, and technical drawings.
• Preventive maintenance experience on industrial or manufacturing equipment.
• Strong safety mindset, especially related to lockout/tagout, machine guarding, and safe maintenance practices.
• Demonstrated ability to support production urgently and independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to use standard hand tools, power tools, meters, and maintenance testing equipment.
• Good problem‑solving, organizational, and communication skills.
• Basic computer skills for maintenance logs, work orders, parts lookup, and communication.

Strongly Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with older legacy equipment in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience supporting ovens, CNC equipment, dicing/saw equipment, screen printers, or similar process equipment.
• Familiarity with regulated manufacturing environments and documentation discipline.
• Basic PLC and electrical controls troubleshooting experience.
• Ability to fabricate or modify simple fixtures, guards, brackets, and components.
• Technical school, vocational training, or an associate degree in industrial maintenance, electrical technology, mechanical systems, mechatronics, or a related field.
• Experience with preventive maintenance systems and/or CMMS platforms.

Core Competencies

• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Electrical troubleshooting capability
• Sense of urgency and responsiveness
• Independent judgment and problem‑solving ability
• Reliability and accountability
• Strong safety awareness
• Team collaboration
• Attention to detail
• Continuous improvement mindset
• Adaptability in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb throughout the workday.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to work on or around active manufacturing equipment and in industrial conditions.
• Ability to safely use ladders, hand tools, testing equipment, and maintenance devices.

Work Environment

This position is based in a manufacturing environment and may involve exposure to moving mechanical equipment, noise, heat‑generating equipment, dust, chemicals, and other industrial conditions. The employee is required to wear appropriate PPE and comply with all site safety and environmental requirements.

Additional Notes

The Equipment Maintenance Technician II is expected to be a dependable, hands‑on resource capable of balancing routine preventive maintenance with urgent troubleshooting and repair needs. Success in this role requires strong technical ability, sound judgment, responsiveness to production demands, and a commitment to safety and operational excellence.

What Can We Offer You For Your Talent

Vishay offers a comprehensive suite of benefit programs including health care coverage, financial support programs and other resources designed to help you achieve your personal and professional goals. With us, you'll experience unique career paths, an open and collaborative culture, a stable business that will be there for you, and opportunities to work globally and locally.

This position requires access to information subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations and/or the Export Administration Regulations. As such, this position is open only to applicants who qualify as "U.S. Persons" as defined by 22 C.F.R. Mention the 120.15 requirement below:

• 120.15 is required. "U.S. Person" includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

It is the policy of Vishay to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all colleagues and applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

As an equal opportunity employer, Vishay is committed to a diverse workforce. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veterans' Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact [e-mail] assistance.

Vishay is an AAP and Equal Opportunity Employer