Machine Repair Technician

Socket.dev; Woburn (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Socket.dev on 1st shift is seeking a Maintenance Technician II to diagnose and repair mechanical equipment. You will disassemble, repair, and reassemble machines with minimal instruction and support production by redesigning and installing industrial machinery.

You will inspect equipment, diagnose faults, determine root causes, and implement corrective actions to minimize downtime while aligning with continuous improvement principles.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED required.
• 5+ years experience in an industrial/manufacturing mechanic role.
• Forklift license required.
• Driver's license required.
• Journeyman's card desirable.
• Aerial Lift certification desirable.

Responsibilities

• Visually inspect and test machinery; perform preventative maintenance.
• Troubleshoot mechanical failures through disassembly and inspection.
• Determine root cause and implement corrective actions.
• Coordinate with vendors/contractors for parts and costs.
• Repair using alternative methods; follow up on repairs.
• Develop and perform preventive and predictive maintenance tasks.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Project management

Interpersonal skills

Machinery operation

Bearings & gears

Power transmission

Metal fabrication

Tool room machining

Heat treatment knowledge

Hydraulic systems knowledge

Die penetrant testing

Education

High School diploma or general education degree

5+ years experience in industrial/manufacturing mechanic role

Forklift operator's license

Driver's license

Journeyman's card desirable

Aerial Lift certification desirable

Tools

Die penetrant tester

Hydraulic tooling

Job description

Position Summary

The 1st shift Maintenance Technician II is responsible for performing diagnostics and repairs related to the mechanical aspects of machinery and equipment. They should be able to disassemble, repair, and reassemble machines with minimal instructions, and carry out complex mechanical assignments regularly. In addition to this, the mechanic is responsible for supporting production by redesigning, modifying, repairing, and installing industrial machinery. They will also inspect equipment, diagnose malfunctions, and analyze equipment failures to determine the root cause, making necessary adjustments. The Industrial Maintenance Mechanic is expected to improve maintenance techniques and operations independently, while adhering to the company's principles of continuous improvement, customer-driven innovation, and a win-first culture. The role requires meeting financial and other performance metrics set by the company while maintaining confidentiality.

Principle Responsibilities

• Visually inspects and tests machinery and equipment and performs routine, scheduled designated preventative maintenance.
• Discusses machine operation variations with management or production workers to diagnose equipment problems.
• Troubleshoot mechanical machine failures through component disassembly and inspection
• Use technical documentation to aid in troubleshooting
• Determine root cause of failure and implement corrective action to prevent recurrence and reduce MTTR
• Review previous failure modes to aid in root cause discovery
• Coordinate with outside vendors and contractors for component cost and availability
• Repair failures using alternative methods of repair or application
• Follow up on repairs with equipment observation and monitoring
• Manage all phases of repair projects from origination to completion
• Develop, document, and perform preventive and predictive maintenance tasks to maximize MTBF
• Identify proper lubrication techniques and intervals for equipment
• Perform alignment checks and mechanical clearances to ensure proper operation
• Research, develop, and document critical spare parts for equipment
• Provide guidance to management and engineering on capital equipment investments
• Provide guidance to other maintenance personnel
• Read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
• Write routine reports and correspondence and speak effectively before groups
• Perform basic mathematical operations
• Apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions in written, oral, or diagram form
• Work in conjunction with outside suppliers and contractors
• Work well under pressure and remain flexible to changing schedules and demands
• Perform additional duties as requested by management.

Qualification Requirements

Credentials/Experience:

• High School diploma or general education degree
• Directly related experience in industrial or manufacturing mechanic comparable role with 5+ years' experience.
• Forklift operator's license required
• Driver's License is required.

Experience/Educational/Training Preferred:

• Journeyman's card is desirable.
• Aerial Lift certification is desirable

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Excellent organizational, communication, project management and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and exercise judgment
• Advanced knowledge of industrial machinery operation, bearings, gears, drives, power transmission, metal fabrication, tool room machining, and heat treatment of components.
• Knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic equipment and systems.
• Knowledge and use of test equipment such as die penetrant.
• Knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, lubrication and electrical drawings and schematics.
• Proficient mechanical and trouble shooting skills.
• Knowledge of TPM principles and practices.

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Other Requirements

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Requirements

The work environment is representative and typical of similar jobs in comparable organizations. While performing the duties of this job, the employee could be required to stand.The employee could frequently be required to walk; use hand to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee could be required to sit; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.The employee could occasionally lift and or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job could include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision and ability to adjust focus.

Travel Requirements

N/A

Equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the Company.