Mechanic - CNC & Manufacturing Equipment

Dover Corporation; Skokie (IL); On-site; USD 56,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Dover Corporation is seeking a skilled Maintenance Mechanic to install, repair, maintain, dismantle and move large equipment in a busy shop environment. The role emphasizes CNC machinery upkeep, preventative maintenance, and safety compliance.

You will diagnose issues, perform repairs, calibrate equipment, and assist with equipment movement while coordinating with operations to minimize downtime.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 5+ years of maintenance troubleshooting experience.
• CNC machining center experience preferred (Mazak, Nakamura, Samsung, Okuma, DMG Mori).
• Experience working with PLCs and AC/DC motors/drives.
• Experience with electronic wiring/circuits and schematics.
• Willing to learn advanced CNC maintenance techniques.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoots, repairs and maintains CNC machinery and facility systems.
• Performs routine preventative maintenance and TPM records.
• Repairs bearings, gears, and structural components.
• Diagnoses problems by observing equipment and talking to operators.
• Uses precision measuring tools to complete tasks.
• Provides emergency/unscheduled repairs to return to operation.
• Assists in moving equipment and furniture as needed.
• Participates in safety and problem-solving meetings.
• Inspects and applies quality procedures in daily duties.

Skills

Maintenance troubleshooting

CNC machining center experience

PLC experience

AC/DC Motors/Drives

Electrical schematics

Reading engineering drawings

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Mazak

Nakamura

Samsung

Okuma

DMG Mori

Job description

Mechanic: work focuses on installing, repairing, maintaining, dismantling, and moving large and/or complex stationary equipment including leveling, aligning and installing industrial machinery. Dismantling/moving machinery/equipment using hammers, wrenches, crowbars, hoists, dollies, rollers, and trucks. Determining and performing required maintenance (cleaning, lubricating, aligning/adjusting parts, calibrating, etc.). Testing, troubleshooting, and repairing machines and equipment and ordering/installing replacement parts. Requires basic knowledge of job procedures and tools obtained through work experience and may require vocational or technical education. Works under moderate supervision. Problems are typically of a routine nature but may at times require interpretation or deviation from standard procedures. Communicates information that requires some explanation or interpretation.

Primary Responsibilities/Essential Responsibilities

• Work safely and without injury.
• Troubleshoots, repairs and maintains CNC machinery as well as standard facility systems.
• Performs routine preventative maintenance operations such as maintaining an accurate TPM record, lubrication, cleaning, filter changes, etc. in accordance in manufacturers operation and maintenance schedule and guidelines.
• Performs routine and assists with complex trouble shooting and repair of mechanical equipment and systems. (Requires the isolation of the malfunction, disassembly of equipment and repair/replacement of bearings, gears, structural components, etc.)
• Locates sources of problems by observing mechanical devices in operation; soliciting information from line operators and other production associates and listening for problems.
• Uses precision measuring and testing instruments, gauges, power tools and other hand tools to complete essential functions.
• Provides emergency/unscheduled repairs of production equipment to return to safe operation.
• Assists in the movement of equipment and furniture as needed.
• Participate in team meetings as required (safety, problem-solving, etc.)
• Implements the Quality Policy and Procedures in all aspects of daily duties and responsibilities.
• Performs limited machining operations incidental to repair and maintenance tasks.
• Performs basic troubleshooting and root cause analysis of equipment failures.
• Reviews service requests for repairs and maintenance determine nature of problem and recommends appropriate solution.
• Performs required preventive maintenance actions such as lubrication, cleaning, filter changes, etc.

Qualifications/Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• 5+ years of maintenance troubleshooting experience.
• CNC machining center experience preferred, including Mazak, Nakamura, Samsung, Okuma and/or DMG Mori.
• Experience working with PLC’s
• Experience working with AC/DC Motors/Drives
• Experience with electronic wiring/circuits and schematics
• Experience with industrial electrical needs related to machinery
• Willing to learn advanced CNC maintenance techniques.

Desired Characteristics, Competence And Capabilities

• Proficient reading engineer drawings, blueprints and technical manuals.
• Must possess good manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills; must be able to multi-task and prioritize duties.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work collaboratively and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers.
• Ability to effectively problem-solve.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and customer service skills.

Physical Demands And Environmental Conditions

• While performing the duties of this job, the team member is continuously standing, repetitively grasping and repetitively using fine manipulation with the hands. The team member may be frequently required to walk, bend, squat, or twist as well as repetitively push or pull. Individual must be able to work at heights. Will be required to frequently lift up to 35 pounds and occasionally lift up to 100 pounds.
• This position is performed in a shop environment. Team members in this position will be exposed to loud operating machinery, cold temperatures, chemicals and vapors. The team member will frequently be required to work outside and at heights. The team member may occasionally be required to work in an office environment.
• Hand and power tools, ladders, lifts, computer.