Junior Maintenance Mechanic - 2nd Shift

TriMas Corporation; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 94,558,000 - 114,616,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Program

Job summary

TriMas Company LLC in Mesa, AZ is seeking a Junior Maintenance Mechanic for the 2nd shift to maintain CNC production equipment including Swiss lathes. You will perform preventive maintenance, assist with troubleshooting and repairs, and document work orders to keep production flowing safely.

The role emphasizes following established maintenance procedures, reading technical manuals, and working with the maintenance team to improve reliability.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of maintenance, mechanical, or technical experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment, or equivalent technical training (trade school, military, or vocational program).
• Basic mechanical aptitude with the ability to use hand tools and perform routine maintenance tasks.
• Ability to read and interpret basic technical documents, including manuals and work instructions.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance (PM) on CNC production equipment, including Swiss lathes and supporting systems, at scheduled intervals.
• Respond to equipment issues during production and assist with basic troubleshooting, diagnostics, and repairs.
• Create, update, and close work orders in the maintenance system, ensuring accurate documentation of work performed, parts used, and equipment status.
• Read and interpret equipment manuals, work orders, and technical documents to perform required maintenance and service.
• Assist with equipment setup, adjustments, and changeover support as needed to maintain production flow.
• Follow all safety procedures, including lockout/tagout (LOTO), and verify equipment is in a safe condition prior to performing maintenance.
• Maintain organization of tools, parts, and work areas, and assist in tracking and restocking maintenance consumables and spare parts.
• Communicate equipment issues and repair status clearly to production and maintenance team members.
• Support continuous improvement efforts by identifying recurring issues and reporting them to maintenance leadership.
• Experience in MIG welding is a plus.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Problem solving

Time management

Learning mindset

Education

Trade/technical training

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Junior Maintenance Mechanic - 2nd Shift

Company: TriMas Company LLC

Primary Location: 4250 Oasis Street, Mesa, AZ 85215 USA

Workplace Type: On-site

Employment Type: Hourly | Full-Time

Function: Manufacturing Production / Distribution

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled

Main Duties & Responsibilities

Summary/Objective

The Junior Maintenance Mechanic supports the maintenance and reliability of CNC production equipment, including Swiss lathes and related systems, by performing preventive maintenance, assisting with troubleshooting and repairs, and responding to equipment issues during production. This role works within established maintenance procedures and team direction and is responsible for maintaining accurate work order documentation and supporting safe, efficient shop operations. This position is for 2nd shift (Monday to Thursday: 4:00pm to 2:30am)

Essential Functions

Under general direction with periodic supervision or review performs the following:

• Perform preventive maintenance (PM) on CNC production equipment, including Swiss lathes and supporting systems, at scheduled intervals.
• Respond to equipment issues during production and assist with basic troubleshooting, diagnostics, and repairs.
• Support senior maintenance personnel and/or leadership in diagnosing mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic issues.
• Create, update, and close work orders in the maintenance system, ensuring accurate documentation of work performed, parts used, and equipment status.
• Read and interpret equipment manuals, work orders, and technical documents to perform required maintenance and service.
• Assist with equipment setup, adjustments, and changeover support as needed to maintain production flow.
• Follow all safety procedures, including lockout/tagout (LOTO), and verify equipment is in a safe condition prior to performing maintenance.
• Maintain organization of tools, parts, and work areas, and assist in tracking and restocking maintenance consumables and spare parts.
• Communicate equipment issues and repair status clearly to production and maintenance team members.
• Support continuous improvement efforts by identifying recurring issues and reporting them to maintenance leadership.
• Experience in MIG welding is a plus.

Competencies

• Communication Proficiency
• Problem Solving/Analysis
• Mechanical Aptitude
• Attention to Detail
• Safety Awareness and Compliance
• Time Management and Task Prioritization
• Teamwork and Collaboration
• Willingness to Learn and Develop Technical Skills

Supervisor Responsibility

This position does not have direct supervisory responsibilities but is expected to work collaboratively with production and maintenance team members.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. The employee is occasionally required to sit, climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Environmental Surroundings -Work is performed in a CNC machine shop environment with exposure to high noise levels, moving mechanical equipment, temperature fluctuations, and metalworking processes. The role regularly involves working around production machinery including CNC machines, bar feeders, conveyors, coolant systems, and related equipment.

Unavoidable Hazards

Exposure to moving mechanical parts, sharp edges, hot surfaces, metal chips, metalworking fluids, and airborne particulates. Potential hazards include cuts, burns, strains, and pinch points. Appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) such as safety glasses, hearing protection, and protective clothing is required.

Equipment / Process Responsibilities

Performs duties where improper maintenance or inattention may result in equipment damage, production downtime, or loss of productivity. Supports maintenance and upkeep of CNC machines and associated systems in accordance with established procedures.

Material or Product Responsibilities

Performs duties requiring attention to detail to ensure equipment is maintained in a condition that supports product quality and process reliability.

Safety Responsibilities

Maintains a clean and organized work area and follows all company safety policies and procedures, including proper use of PPE and adherence to lockout/tagout (LOTO) requirements.

EXPERIENCE

Position type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position. Hours of work may vary dependent on operational needs.

Travel

Travel is primarily local during the business day, although some out-of-the-area and overnight travel may be expected.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience

• 2-5 years of maintenance, mechanical, or technical experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment, or equivalent technical training (trade school, military, or vocational program).
• Basic mechanical aptitude with the ability to use hand tools and perform routine maintenance tasks.
• Ability to read and interpret basic technical documents, including manuals and work instructions.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Experience working in a CNC manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with preventive maintenance practices and basic troubleshooting of mechanical systems.
• Exposure to electrical, pneumatic, or hydraulic systems.
• Experience in using a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) or similar work order system.
• Familiarity with precision measuring instruments such as calipers and micrometers.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

• Basic understanding of mechanical systems and maintenance practices.
• Ability to use standard hand tools and basic diagnostic tools safely and effectively.
• Ability to read and understand technical documents, including equipment manuals, work instructions, and work orders.
• Basic computer skills, including the ability to enter and update information in a maintenance management system (CMMS).
• Good written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly communicate equipment issues and repair status.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow established procedures and safety requirements.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and support production needs.
• Basic mathematical skills sufficient to perform measurements and routine maintenance tasks.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Compensation

In compliance with all states and cities requiring transparency of pay, the expected pay range for this position is $33.00 to $40.00

Compensation can vary depending on several factors, including a candidate's qualifications, skills, experience, competencies, and geographic location. Some roles may qualify for extra incentives like equity, commissions, or other variable performance-related bonuses. Further details will be provided by our recruiting team during the interview process.

Benefits

Benefit offerings include Medical Insurance and Prescription Drugs, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability Insurance (for eligible employees), Employee Assistance Plan (EAP), Paid Time Off (may include vacation and sick time), Retirement Program, and Other Voluntary Benefits.

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