Industrial Automation Maintenance Specialist

Ultralife Corporation; Raynham (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Ultralife Corporation on first shift seeks an experienced maintenance professional to prevent downtime and restore throughput. You will diagnose mechanical, electrical, and control faults, read technical prints, and support production through advanced repair and process improvement.

Ideal candidates have a strong analytical mindset, the ability to read drawings, document actions clearly, and work with CMMS and engineering teams to sustain high equipment availability.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; associate degree preferred.
• Analytical troubleshooting mindset with strong mechanical/technical aptitude.
• Ability to read technical drawings and create clear documentation.
• Computer literacy aligned with job demands and CMMS usage.
• High initiative and a strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Lead preventive and corrective maintenance with minimal oversight to maximize equipment availability.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and controls faults using prints, schematics, layouts, and specs.
• Enhance equipment and processes; collaborate with manufacturing engineering and assist on production/assembly to maintain flow.
• Support installation, qualification, debugging, and repair of Production and Development machinery.
• Procure parts and components necessary for maintenance activities.
• Fabricate or modify mechanical parts and production fixtures as required.
• Act as liaison with service contractors and vendors.
• Own the performance of semi-automated systems and verify proper operation.
• Track machine/process health and adjust equipment or parameters to eliminate nonconformances, low yields, and quality issues.
• Coach peers on equipment setup and advanced repair techniques.
• Document tasks, PM findings, and corrective actions in the CMMS.
• Handle other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Mechanical aptitude

Read technical drawings

Documentation

Initiative

PLC troubleshooting

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's degree in engineering/technical field

Tools

CMMS software

Industrial control systems knowledge

PLC troubleshooting tools

Job description

Ready to keep advanced manufacturing running at its best?

On first shift, you’ll be the go-to pro who prevents downtime and restores throughput—fast. When production calls, you’ll bring a mix of hands-on skill, sharp diagnostics, and a calm, methodical approach.

You will

• Lead preventive and corrective maintenance with minimal oversight to maximize equipment availability.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and controls faults using prints, schematics, layouts, and specs.
• Enhance equipment and processes; collaborate with manufacturing engineering and assist on production/assembly to maintain flow.
• Support installation, qualification, debugging, and repair of Production and Development machinery.
• Procure parts and components necessary for maintenance activities.
• Fabricate or modify mechanical parts and production fixtures as required.
• Act as liaison with service contractors and vendors.
• Own the performance of semi-automated systems and verify proper operation.
• Track machine/process health and adjust equipment or parameters to eliminate nonconformances, low yields, and quality issues.
• Coach peers on equipment setup and advanced repair techniques.
• Document tasks, PM findings, and corrective actions in the CMMS.
• Handle other related duties as assigned.

Schedule and flexibility

• First-shift position.
• Willingness to flex hours to support PMs, production overtime, and business needs.

Preferred background

• Industrial control systems familiarity, including troubleshooting and repairing PLC‑related problems.

What you bring

• High School/Vocational Tech diploma (required); Associate’s in a related engineering/technical field (preferred).
• Analytical troubleshooting mindset and strong mechanical/technical aptitude.
• Ability to read technical drawings/prints and create clear technical documentation.
• Computer literacy aligned with job demands.
• High initiative and a strong work ethic.

Earnings

Pay is determined holistically, considering skills, experience, training, certifications/licensure, and current organizational priorities.

Note: This posting highlights core responsibilities and conditions but is not an exhaustive list of duties.

Legal and Equal Opportunity

• Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

Ultralife Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such affirms the right of every person to participate in all aspects of employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, sex, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, contact our Human Resources department via phone at 315- 332-7100.