Maintenance Mechanic

Belden Inc.; Leominster (MA); Vor Ort; USD 65.000 - 90.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

401(k)

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Referral program

Retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Vision insurance

Zusammenfassung

Belden Inc. (Alpha Wire) is seeking an experienced Machine Maintenance Technician to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain manufacturing equipment in our Leominster, MA facility.

This role focuses on industrial production machinery; the ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with older mechanical and electrical systems and perform preventive and predictive maintenance, setup, and repairs. The position requires night shift and in-person work within a manufacturing environment, with

Qualifikationen

• Minimum 3 years of industrial maintenance experience in manufacturing.
• Experience troubleshooting production machinery.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Working knowledge of industrial electrical systems, motors, controls, and pneumatics.
• Experience reading electrical schematics and mechanical drawings.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize repairs in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Aufgaben

• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical and electrical issues on manufacturing equipment.
• Diagnose machine failures and identify root causes to minimize production downtime.
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on production machinery.
• Repair and replace motors, bearings, belts, chains, gears, sensors, switches, and other machine components.
• Maintain braiders, wire and cable processing equipment, take-ups, payoffs, and related machinery.
• Perform machine setup, alignment, adjustment, and changeover support.
• Read electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, and equipment manuals.
• Fabricate replacement parts using lathes and milling machines.
• Perform welding and equipment repair as required.
• Assist with equipment installations, upgrades, and continuous improvement projects.
• Adhere to safety requirements, including Lockout/Tagout procedures.
• Ensure machinery is operating safely and guards interlocks and safety devices function correctly.

Kenntnisse

Mechanical troubleshooting

Electrical schematics reading

Independent work

Prioritization

Ausbildung

Technical/Vocational Degree (Industrial Maintenance or related)

Tools

Lathe operation

Milling machine operation

Welding

Jobbeschreibung

Date: Nov 6, 2026

Location: Leominster, MA, US, 1453

Company: Belden Inc

Innovation Starts With You

Propel your career at Belden, where innovation creates possibilities-for our people, our customers, and the communities we serve. We connect people, information, and ideas to solve the world's most complex connectivity challenges, turning curiosity into meaningful impact. Here, you'll take on work that challenges you, supports your growth, and empowers you to shape what's next. You'll collaborate with global teams, gain diverse perspectives, and contribute to solutions that extend beyond our business-creating value in the world around us.

Together, we are shaping the future of digitization and paving the way for the next generation of innovation.

Position Summary

Belden (Alpha Wire) is seeking an experienced Machine Maintenance Technician to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain manufacturing equipment used in our wire and cable production facility.

This role is focused on industrial manufacturing machinery, not building maintenance, HVAC, or automotive repair. The successful candidate will have experience maintaining and troubleshooting production equipment in a manufacturing environment and be comfortable working on older mechanical and electrical machinery.

Essential Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical and electrical issues on manufacturing equipment.
• Diagnose machine failures and identify root causes to minimize production downtime.
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on production machinery.
• Repair and replace motors, bearings, belts, chains, gears, sensors, switches, and other machine components.
• Maintain braiders, wire and cable processing equipment, take-ups, payoffs, and related manufacturing machinery.
• Perform machine setup, alignment, adjustment, and changeover support.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, and equipment manuals.
• Fabricate replacement parts using manual machine tools such as lathes and milling machines.
• Perform welding and equipment repair as required.
• Assist with equipment installations, upgrades, and continuous improvement projects.
• Adhere to all safety requirements, including Lockout/Tagout procedures.
• Ensure machinery is operating safely and all guards, interlocks, and safety devices are functioning correctly.

QualificationsRequired

• Minimum 3 years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience troubleshooting and repairing production machinery.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Working knowledge of industrial electrical systems, motors, controls, and pneumatics.
• Experience reading electrical schematics and mechanical drawings.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize repairs in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Preferred

• Experience with wire and cable manufacturing equipment.
• Experience maintaining older industrial machinery.
• Machining experience including lathe and milling machine operation.
• Welding experience.
• Experience troubleshooting PLC-controlled equipment (programming not required).

Candidates with direct experience maintaining industrial production equipment will be strongly preferred.

Education

• Technical/Vocational Degree in Industrial Maintenance, Electrical Technology, Mechanical Technology, or related field preferred.
• Equivalent industrial maintenance experience will be considered.

Physical Requirements

• Does general cleaning and painting of equipment, moves equipment parts to and from work areas. Moves machines for installation, relocation, or repair. Cleans work area. Works with hand tools on equipment. Removes guards and such when performing lubrication and repairs.
• Very frequent operation of motorized cart or fork truck. Frequent use of hand tools - powered and manual. Frequent use of ladders and powered lifts for above floor level work.
• Use and exposure to oils, chemicals and other materials requiring PPE and other protective measures. Ability to read and understand MSDS connected with such oils and chemicals.
• Frequent working at waist level, at shoulder level and above shoulder level. Frequent bending, stooping and reaching.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position, including lifting and moving materials weighing up to 40 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation., with use of assistive equipment for heavier than 50 lbs. Normal walking in the plant - some stairs.

Working Environment

General plant conditions. Subject to contact with grease, oils, and various chemicals in performing routine maintenance work. Works anywhere in plant and outside of plant. Exposed to all types of conditions. Safety glasses, hearing protection and other protective clothing are sometimes required. May come in contact with high temperature metal, compound, lubricants, and also strong solvents and acids.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Which types of equipment have you maintained?
• Have you been responsible for troubleshooting electrical and mechanical failures on production machinery?
• Please describe the manufacturing equipment you have personally repaired and maintained.

Experience:

• industrial manufacturing maintenance: 3 years (Required)

Shift availability:

• Night Shift (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Leominster, MA 01453 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Let's Create Possibilities Together.

Join a global community shaping the future of intelligent connectivity. At Belden, you'll help push the boundaries of technology and write the next chapter of innovation, creating possibilities for your career, your future, and the world around you.

These statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work involved for this job. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of this job.