Mechanical Manufacturing Technician

ZipRecruiter; Buford (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a skilled Manufacturing Technician to operate and maintain cyclotron equipment. This role involves troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and documentation in a radionuclide production environment. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in electro-mechanical trades and a commitment to safety and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Minimum of six months’ experience in electro-mechanical trades or equivalent education.
• Ability to work on call, including nights and weekends.
• Experience with troubleshooting and maintenance of electro-mechanical systems.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain cyclotrons and related equipment.
• Perform first-line troubleshooting and preventive maintenance.
• Maintain accurate documentation and logs.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Troubleshooting skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent GED

Additional education in Science, Electronics, Computers

Job description

Job Description

PURPOSE OF JOB

We’re seeking a skilled Manufacturing Technician to join our team! This position performs Cyclotron operations necessary to maintain production as well as maintain cyclotrons and supporting equipment.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operate cyclotrons and perform necessary maintenance of cyclotrons and related equipment.
• Respond to urgent equipment failures.
• Maintain up-to-date recordings of the daily log, systems logs, operational parameters, and cyclotron documentation.
• Perform first-line troubleshooting, preventive maintenance of the cyclotron and associated systems (vacuum, RF, magnet, etc.), and report abnormal operations to the Cyclotron Manager.
• Work around ionizing radiation sources, pneumatics, and hydraulics.
• Perform routine maintenance and repairs of cyclotrons and support equipment with minimal to no instructions once trained.
• Perform large-scale troubleshooting with system components across multiple areas.
• General troubleshooting for cyclotron operations and support equipment.
• Perform circuit board repair and basic soldering.

REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION

• High school diploma or equivalent GED, with additional education and/or experience in Science, Electronics, Computers, or related fields.

EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of six months’ experience in electro-mechanical trades (e.g., electronics, power distribution, mechanics, plumbing, hydraulics, pneumatics) or equivalent education.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Must be on call, with the ability to work nights, weekends, and overtime as needed.

POSITION SKILLS

• Attention to detail.
• Willingness to work in a team environment.
• Reliable troubleshooting and diagnostic skills related to electro-mechanical systems.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Some functions are performed in a warehouse environment, and others in a radionuclide production environment with radioactive materials. The work is generally performed under comfortable conditions, with minimal heavy lifting (up to 20 pounds). Approximately 50% of tasks involve sitting with minimal lifting, and 50% involve standing with minimal reaching. The role requires strong concentration and constant mental and visual attention.