Industrial Maintenance Technician - PLC/CNC Specialist

American Flowform and Machining; Billerica (MA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Safety glasses provided

Cut-resistant gloves provided

Hearing protection provided

Job summary

American Flowform and Machining in Billerica, Massachusetts, seeks a skilled Maintenance Technician to support production by ensuring equipment operates efficiently. Key responsibilities include preventative maintenance, troubleshooting using diagnostic tools, and collaborating with different departments.

Candidates should have at least three years of experience in mechanical maintenance, proficiency with Siemens 840D and Fanuc Controls, and possess an IME License. Working conditions may require flexible hours and physical demands include lifting over 50 pounds.

Qualifications

• At least three years of experience as a Mechanical Maintenance Technician in a manufacturing plant.
• Experience with Siemens 840D and Fanuc Controls.
• IME (Industrial Moving Equipment) License required.
• U.S. Citizenship is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative and predictive maintenance on machinery.
• Use diagnostic tools to troubleshoot and repair equipment.
• Maintain records of machine assemblies and installations.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical principles

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Tools

Siemens 840D

Fanuc Controls

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

We are seeking a hands-on CNC Maintenance Mechanic for our ITAR-registered, ISO 9001/AS9100 aerospace manufacturing facility. This role is a blend of heavy physical machinery repair and critical diagnostics. You will be our first line of defense, responsible for tearing down, fixing, and rebuilding complex CNC machinery.

The ideal candidate has strong mechanical intuition and diagnostic skills, but also possesses the professional judgment to know when a highly specialized issue requires outsourcing, serving as the technical point-of-contact for OEM service engineers.

Our Maintenance Technicians are part of a highly skilled team that is critical in supporting production and ensuring equipment is operational in order to consistently meet production goals and our customers' needs.

Responsibilities

• Perform heavy mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic repairs on machines like, Mazak, Mori Seiki, and Daewoo Lynx. This includes replacing ball screws, rebuilding spindles, aligning turrets, and replacing hydraulic pumps.
• Troubleshoot mechanical failures, electrical faults, and control errors (Fanuc, Mazatrol, etc.). Pinpoint root causes efficiently to minimize machine downtime.
• Act as the technical lead when a complex diagnostic dead-end is reached. Effectively communicate symptoms to external OEM technicians (e.g., Mazak service) and manage the outsourced repair process to completion.
• Performing preventative and predictive maintenance
• Maintain accurate records of projects including machine assembly, start up and installation
• Participate in daily meetings, prioritizing and reviewing the daily schedule of work
• Interface with all departments and other personnel in an effective and efficient manner
• Self-motivated, highly organized and able to multi-task
• Positively interface with fellow employees and customers in difficult situations
• Contribute to the company and your team by identify and communicate project improvements opportunities
• Follow company process and procedures to comply with ISO and AS9100 standards
• Follow basic shop housekeeping rules, leaving work areas in a clean and orderly manner
• General facility preventative and repair maintenance
• Follow all company safety practices and rules
• Authority to perform all tasks/activities responsible for
  
  
  

Basic Qualifications

• At least three years of hands-on experience maintaining and repairing multi-axis CNC machine tools.
• Experience with Siemens 840D, and/Fanuc Controls and Drives
• Proficient in reading electrical schematics, hydraulic/pneumatic diagrams, and interpreting CNC alarm codes to isolate problems.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the maturity to recognize when a technical dead-end has been reached, prioritizing shop efficiency over struggling with a problem solo.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen due to the nature of the work, compliance with federal contracts, and exposure to ITAR/EAR-regulated technical data.
  
  
  

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

Skilled in:

• Able to express basic electronic, mechanical and hydraulic principles used in electrical and mechanical maintenance work assignments
• Solid mechanical aptitude of complex mechanical assemblies including precision measurements
• Able to read and interpret blueprints
• Excellent trouble shooting and problem-solving capabilities
• Strong verbal and written communications skills
• An analytical and detail-oriented personality
• The knowledge of conventional welding, carpentry and plumbing
• Must be capable of working efficiently and effectively at any shift such as days or weekends, including irregular and unscheduled hours, if required for machine breakdown and time sensitive projects
  
  
  

Work Environment

The job operates in a manufacturing atmosphere. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those any employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to:

• Vibration, or works near moving mechanical parts and high, precarious and congested places
• Occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock
• Work on or near moving mechanical parts
• Exposed to prolonged risk of loud to moderate noise throughout the day. Hearing protection is recommended in all areas of the shop and is provided by the Company
  
  
  

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by and employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to:

• Walk; sit; stand; bend; lift; reach with hands and arms; stoop; kneel; crouch; crawl; use hands to fingers; handle or feel objects; and move continually during working hours
• Lift over 50 pounds, along with over the head lifting
• Vision abilities, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust and focus
• Able to work flexible hours – including over-time, and weekends to meet customer demands
  
  
  

Personal Protective Equipment typically required to perform the essential functions of this job

• ANSI rated metatarsal shoes
• Safety glasses
• Cut-resistant gloves
  
  
  

Disclaimers

The job description is:

• Intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job title. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills and behaviors of employees in this job.
• Not an employment agreement or contract. American Flowform and Machining has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.
• Intended to describe the essential functions of the position that a qualified individual must be able to perform, either with or without reasonable accommodation.
  
  
  

American Flowform and Machining will provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, gender, genetic information, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other status protected by federal or state law. The company will provide reasonable accommodations to allow an applicant to participate in the hiring process if so requested.