Industrial/Manufacturing Maintenance Technician (2nd Shift)

Latitude Inc; Beltsville (MD); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the manufacturing sector is seeking an Industrial/Manufacturing Maintenance Technician for its production facility. The role involves maintaining machinery and equipment, ensuring optimal performance, and supporting production demands. Candidates should have strong mechanical and electrical skills and willingness to work flexible shifts.

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude required.
• Experience in preventive and corrective maintenance preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on machinery.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and electronic systems.
• Ensure optimal performance of machinery and equipment.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Safety protocols

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Job Summary:

We are seeking a skilled and reliable Industrial/Manufacturing Maintenance Technician to support the daily operation of our production facility. The technician will be responsible for the inspection, troubleshooting, repair, and preventive maintenance of machinery, equipment, and systems used in manufacturing processes. This position requires strong mechanical and electrical aptitude, a safety-first mindset, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. This is a 6 month contract to hire.

- 2nd shift: 3pm-11:30pm

- Candidates must train on 3rd shift (11:30pm-7am) for the first six weeks and be open to working 3rd shift at times when needed

Responsibilities:

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on manufacturing equipment, including motors, conveyors, pumps, hydraulics, pneumatics, and PLC-controlled machinery.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and electronic systems to diagnose issues and perform repairs.
• Read and interpret technical manuals, blueprints, and schematics.
• Ensure machinery and equipment operate at optimal performance and meet production demands.
• Install new equipment and assist in equipment upgrades and retrofits.
• Maintain accurate maintenance logs and records in CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System).
• Work with production staff to minimize downtime and support continuous improvement efforts.
• Follow and enforce safety protocols, lockout/tagout procedures, and company policies.
• Support facility maintenance tasks including lighting, HVAC, and plumbing systems as needed.

$25 - $31 an hour