Industrial Maintenance Mechanic

The Job Center; Marietta (GA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

The Job Center is seeking an experienced Mechanic to keep production equipment running safely and efficiently in a manufacturing setting. You will diagnose issues, perform precise mechanical adjustments, and support startups and changeovers to minimize downtime.

Qualified candidates bring hands-on maintenance experience, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to read drawings. This on-site role requires 12-hour rotating shifts and a focus on quality and safety.

Qualifications

• Prior machine maintenance experience – required.
• Industrial or manufacturing maintenance experience – preferred.
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to perform root-cause analysis and identify effective corrective actions.
• Experience reading mechanical drawings and schematics.
• Skilled with hand and power tools.
• Experience with machine alignment, precision measurement, and die maintenance.
• Basic electrical troubleshooting skills – preferred.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.
• Ability to work effectively with Production, Quality, and other team members.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot production equipment and identify the root cause of mechanical and process problems.
• Perform machine and die setups, alignment, adjustments, and repairs.
• Replace worn or failed mechanical components and perform basic electrical troubleshooting.
• Use precision tools such as calipers, micrometers, dial indicators, and feeler gauges.
• Support Operators during startups, changeovers, and troubleshooting.
• Work with Quality to verify samples and make adjustments before production is released.
• Perform and document preventive maintenance to reduce downtime and equipment failures.
• Document repairs, adjustments, parts, and work orders using CMMS when applicable.
• Follow all safety procedures, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO).

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Root-cause analysis

Reading drawings

Precision measurement

Preventive maintenance

Hand tools

Electrical troubleshooting

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Dial indicators

Feeler gauges

CMMS

Job description

Mechanic – Manufacturing

Full-Time | 12-Hour Rotating Shifts | 1st Shift: 6:00 AM–6:00 PM

Build. Troubleshoot. Fix. Keep Production Moving.

The Job Center is looking for an experienced Mechanic to help keep production equipment running safely, efficiently, and at the highest quality standards.

If you’re a hands-on problem solver who can diagnose equipment issues, make precise mechanical adjustments, and keep production running, we want to hear from you!

What You’ll Do:

• Troubleshoot production equipment and identify the root cause of mechanical and process problems.
• Perform machine and die setups, alignment, adjustments, and repairs.
• Replace worn or failed mechanical components and perform basic electrical troubleshooting.
• Use precision tools such as calipers, micrometers, dial indicators, and feeler gauges.
• Support Operators during startups, changeovers, and troubleshooting.
• Work with Quality to verify samples and make adjustments before production is released.
• Perform and document preventive maintenance to reduce downtime and equipment failures.
• Document repairs, adjustments, parts, and work orders using CMMS when applicable.
• Follow all safety procedures, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO).

What You Bring:

• Prior machine maintenance experience – required.
• Industrial or manufacturing maintenance experience – preferred.
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to perform root-cause analysis and identify effective corrective actions.
• Experience reading mechanical drawings and schematics.
• Skilled with hand and power tools.
• Experience with machine alignment, precision measurement, and die maintenance.
• Basic electrical troubleshooting skills – preferred.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.
• Ability to work effectively with Production, Quality, and other team members.
• High school diploma or GED – required.
• Technical/vocational training – preferred.
• Knowledge of LOTO and safe work practices.

Physical Requirements:

This is a hands-on manufacturing/warehouse position requiring:

• Prolonged standing, bending, lifting, and twisting.
• Ability to lift 50–100 lbs.
• Ability to work in fluctuating and extreme temperatures.
• Ability to work 12-hour rotating shifts.

If you’re an experienced mechanic who enjoys finding the problem, fixing it right, and keeping production moving, this could be the opportunity for you.