Maintenance Technician

Filtration Group; Chicopee (MA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Filtration Group is seeking a Maintenance Technician in Chicopee, MA to keep production equipment in optimal condition and support maintenance across the site.

The role emphasizes rapid downtime response, preventive maintenance, and strong mechanical aptitude, with a requirement for English communication and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. This on-site position offers growth within a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 5+ years of injection molding setup/processing experience.
• Ability to operate forklift.
• Proficient with hand tools and light machining.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication.

Responsibilities

• Minimize downtime by quickly responding to equipment breakdowns.
• Set up new jobs promptly to reduce downtime.
• Maintain equipment through a preventive maintenance program.
• Maintain daily maintenance and preventive maintenance records.
• Keep spare parts area clean and manage parts orders.
• Conduct and document emergency lighting, fire extinguishers, and door inspections.
• Communicate with suppliers and internal teams and manage priorities.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift operation

Hand tools

Light machining

Job description

Overview

The maintenance technician interacts with production workers, production management, quality management, engineering and plant management to keep all equipment in the building in good working condition. This person is responsible for building maintenance as well as production equipment.

Responsibilities

The maintenance technician role includes, but is not limited to the following essential duties, other duties may be assigned as dictated by business need:

Minimize machine downtime by responding to equipment breakdowns quickly and getting equipment back online, or swapping a spare machine as quickly as possible.

Minimize machine downtime by setting up new jobs quickly.

Proactively maintain all equipment in good running condition by means of an effective preventive maintenance program.

Maintain records using the Daily Maintenance log and Preventive Maintenance data bases.

Keep spare parts area clean and organized. Order spare parts and maintain records using parts order forms.

Conduct and document emergency lighting, fire extinguisher and emergency door inspections.

Leave all worksites clean and organized upon completion of work.

Recommend process or equipment improvements, utilizing quality and engineering resources to gain appropriate approvals.

Communicate with suppliers and contractors where assigned.

Communicate internally using E-Mail and attachments in WORD and EXCEL.

Manage priorities appropriately.

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED is required, along with a minimum of 5 years of experience in injection molding setup and processing. Equivalent education and experience will be considered.

Ability to operate forklift equipment.

Proficiency in using hand tools and performing light machining.

Strong mechanical aptitude.

Commitment to personal and professional growth, with a willingness to keep skills and knowledge current.

Ability to plan and accomplish goals using experience and judgment across a variety of tasks.

Excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to read and write in English.

Ability to work under time pressure, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.

Maintain a positive and cooperative attitude, even under tight deadlines.

Authorized to work in the U.S. Fluency in additional languages is a plus.

Capable of performing basic physical tasks such as lifting to 50 lbs., reading, and using hands for typing and writing.

• Pay Range: $25-$35 / hours