Machine Maintenance Mechanic

QA Technology Company; Hampton (NH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

QA Technology Company is seeking a maintenance technician to repair, service, and uphold the reliability of custom-designed production machinery on the shop floor. You will read complex engineering drawings, document issues, and coordinate with Engineering to implement fixes.

The role requires 2–4 years of related experience, strong troubleshooting, and basic computer skills for documentation. Occasional travel to support production and equipment moves may be required.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years related experience.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and understanding of mechanical systems.
• Ability to read and comprehend complex engineering drawings and documentation.
• Accurate use of machine shop inspection equipment (micrometers, calipers, comparator).
• Basic machine shop equipment use (Mill, Lathe, Drill Press).
• Basic computer skills for documenting issues with equipment.

Responsibilities

• Sets-up, adjusts, repairs, and troubleshoots production assembly equipment.
• Performs preventative maintenance on production equipment and supporting machinery.
• Maintains maintenance documentation and schedules for preventative maintenance.
• Identifies discrepancies in machine or product documentation and communicates for correction.
• Initiates and follows through on purchase orders for tools, equipment, and parts.
• Performs tasks related to moving equipment, building repairs or production support.
• Performs additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Mechanical systems

Engineering drawings

Computer skills

Documentation

Tools

Micrometers

Calipers

Comparator

Mill

Lathe

Job description

SUMMARY: Under limited supervision, repairs and maintains custom designed machinery related to the production of intricate electrical assembly’s. Corrects both machine and product documentation through communication with Engineering personnel. Ensures manufacturing processes to consistently produce product to print, or takes corresponding action to correct.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Sets-up, adjusts, repairs, and trouble shoots production assembly equipment.
• Performs preventative maintenance according to the documented procedures on production equipment and all other supporting machinery.
• Helps to maintain existing maintenance documentation such as machine database/logs, and schedules for preventative maintenance, confirming the program is current.
• Identifies and communicates discrepancies in machine or product documentation, processes and/or procedures.
• This individual communicates this information to the appropriate personnel for correction.
• Initiates and follows through purchase orders for tools, equipment, and replacement/spare parts.
• Perform tasks related to moving equipment, building repairs or production support duties.
• Additional duties/tasks as assigned.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

• 2-4 years related experience
• Strong trouble shooting skills and understanding of mechanical systems are a must.
• The ability to read and comprehend complex engineering drawings and documentation is essential.
• Accurate use of common machine shop inspection equipment and tools (micrometers, calipers, comparator, etc.)
• The use of basic machine shop equipment will occasionally be required (i.e. Mill, Lathe, Drill Press, etc.)
• Due to the need to communicate with Engineers and document issues with equipment, this individual must have basic computer skills.

LANUGAGE SKILLS: Strong comprehension of English language; reading and writing.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Basic high school mathematics.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: This position requires a high level of agility to perform proficiently. Some tasks require kneeling, lying prone, ladder climbing, and awkward positioning of hands, upper torso, to complete. The production equipment is intricate and requires the handling of small and fragile components. Occasional lifting of up to 50lbs is required.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: Work will be performed in office, laboratory, and active shop floor environments. In some instances, exposure to noise levels, chemicals or heat, require the use of personal protective equipment. Some travel may be required.

QA Technology Company, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).