Maintenance Mechanic Class B

The Kraft Group & Affiliates; Dover (NH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The Kraft Group & Affiliates in Dover, NH is seeking a Maintenance Technician to perform preventive maintenance on production machinery and support equipment, helping minimize downtime and keep operations safe. You will troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic systems, inspect equipment for wear, and assist with installation and testing of new machinery.

This role requires attention to detail and the ability to work independently.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; trade apprenticeship preferred.
• 0-2 years in industrial maintenance or heavy equipment.
• Experience with corrugated maintenance preferred.
• Must read, write and communicate in English related to safety regulations.
• Able to learn new tasks and operate tools safely.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine preventive maintenance on production machinery to minimize downtime.
• Assist in troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic systems.
• Inspect equipment and report wear or malfunctions to the maintenance team.
• Respond to unplanned maintenance to restore production schedules.
• Maintain records of maintenance activities and parts used.
• Follow safety protocols and lockout/tagout procedures.
• Collaborate to identify equipment improvements and efficiency gains.
• Assist with installation, setup, and testing of new machinery.
• Keep work areas clean and organized.
• Participate in ongoing training to stay current with equipment and safety standards.
• Handle special projects as required.

Skills

Read/Write English

Attention to detail

Independent worker

Safety-minded

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Trade apprenticeship preferred

Forklift license

Job description

SUMMARY: The primary function of this position is to perform maintenance and repairs to manufacturing machinery, equipment, and property. This position will operate and assist in all functions of maintenance and repairs.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Perform routine preventive maintenance on production machinery and support equipment to minimize downtime and ensure safe operation.
• Assist in troubleshooting and repairing mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic systems under the guidance of senior mechanics or supervisors.
• Inspect equipment for wear, damage, or malfunction, and promptly report findings to the maintenance team.
• Respond to unplanned maintenance requests to restore equipment functionality and maintain production schedules.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, including work performed, parts used, and equipment status.
• Follow all safety protocols and lockout/tagout procedures to ensure a safe work environment during maintenance tasks.
• Collaborate with production and maintenance teams to identify opportunities for equipment improvements and efficiency gains.
• Assist with installation, setup, and testing of new machinery or components as directed by supervisors.
• Keep work areas clean and organized, ensuring tools and parts are properly stored after use.
• Participate in ongoing training and development to build technical skills and stay current with equipment and safety standards
• Special projects as business dictates

Supervisory Responsibilities

• This position has no supervisory responsibilities

Skills And Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required, craft or trade apprenticeship preferred
• 0-2 years of experience in industrial maintenance or heavy equipment required
• Experience in corrugated maintenance preferred
• Must read, write, and communicate in English as it relates to this position and to the safety regulations.
• Must be able to use, or learn to use, the equipment and tools used to perform this job.
• Must have attention to detail and focused concentration.
• Must be able to learn new tasks and complete tasks independently.
• Must be able to complete tasks that require a particular speed or productivity quota.
• Must be able to adhere to process protocol and must be able to apply established protocols in a timely manner.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit and use hands to handle or feel.
• The employee frequently is required to talk or hear.
• The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms.
• 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

• The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
• Regular exposure to moving mechanical parts.
• Frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions.
• Occasionally exposed to high, precarious places, fumes or airborne particles; vibrations

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• Must maintain an internal Forklift license

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.

This company is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.