Industrial Maintenance Mechanic - Swing Shift Growth

PPG; Wallingford (CT); On-site; USD 37,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

PPG is seeking an Industrial Maintenance Mechanic in Wallingford, CT to perform preventive maintenance on CNC cells and related equipment. The role involves reviewing CMMS dashboards, prioritizing tasks, and ensuring lubrication, alignment, and calibration are up to standard to keep lines running safely.

You will diagnose mechanical and basic electrical issues, replace parts, and document fixes. The position requires 1–5 years in manufacturing maintenance, forklift knowledge a plus, and a

Qualifications

• 1–5 years in a manufacturing maintenance role preferred.
• Foundational electrical and mechanical know‑how in an industrial setting.
• Manual machining familiarity (lathe, knee mill, surface grinder) and confident with hand tools.
• Ability to read blueprints and simple wiring diagrams.
• Experience with a CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) is a plus.
• Solid computer literacy and documentation habits.
• Strength to lift 50 lbs routinely; willing to work overtime when needed.
• Self‑starter who collaborates well and adapts to shifting priorities and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Execute preventive maintenance: cleaning, lubrication, alignment/adjustment, and calibration.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical issues and basic electrical faults to keep equipment running safely.
• Test, troubleshoot, and repair machinery; source, order, and install replacement parts.
• Analyze failures and recommend upgrades to improve availability, capability, and yield.
• Create service documentation, including technical reports and updated maintenance procedures.
• Support continuous improvement, new equipment installations, and upgrades.
• Respond to service requests professionally, completing them promptly and thoroughly.
• Operate within company policies and applicable state and federal laws.

Skills

Electrical know‑how

Mechanical know‑how

Blueprint reading

CMMS experience

Hand tools

Documentation

Team collaboration

Overtime readiness

Tools

VFDs

Allen‑Bradley PLCs

Servo motors

Conveyor systems

CNC setup/changeover

LOTO practices

Electrical diagnostics

Job description

PPG is seeking an Industrial Maintenance Mechanic in Wallingford, CT to perform preventive maintenance on CNC cells and related equipment. The role involves reviewing CMMS dashboards, prioritizing tasks, and ensuring lubrication, alignment, and calibration are up to standard to keep lines running safely.

You will diagnose mechanical and basic electrical issues, replace parts, and document fixes. The position requires 1–5 years in manufacturing maintenance, forklift knowledge a plus, and a