Precision Maintenance Mechanic - 12-Hour Rotating Shifts

The Job Center; Marietta (GA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

The Job Center is seeking an experienced Mechanic to keep production equipment running safely and efficiently in a manufacturing setting. You will diagnose issues, perform precise mechanical adjustments, and support startups and changeovers to minimize downtime.

Qualified candidates bring hands-on maintenance experience, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to read drawings. This on-site role requires 12-hour rotating shifts and a focus on quality and safety.

Qualifications

• Prior machine maintenance experience – required.
• Industrial or manufacturing maintenance experience – preferred.
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to perform root-cause analysis and identify effective corrective actions.
• Experience reading mechanical drawings and schematics.
• Skilled with hand and power tools.
• Experience with machine alignment, precision measurement, and die maintenance.
• Basic electrical troubleshooting skills – preferred.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.
• Ability to work effectively with Production, Quality, and other team members.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot production equipment and identify the root cause of mechanical and process problems.
• Perform machine and die setups, alignment, adjustments, and repairs.
• Replace worn or failed mechanical components and perform basic electrical troubleshooting.
• Use precision tools such as calipers, micrometers, dial indicators, and feeler gauges.
• Support Operators during startups, changeovers, and troubleshooting.
• Work with Quality to verify samples and make adjustments before production is released.
• Perform and document preventive maintenance to reduce downtime and equipment failures.
• Document repairs, adjustments, parts, and work orders using CMMS when applicable.
• Follow all safety procedures, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO).

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Root-cause analysis

Reading drawings

Precision measurement

Preventive maintenance

Hand tools

Electrical troubleshooting

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Dial indicators

Feeler gauges

CMMS

Job description

The Job Center is seeking an experienced Mechanic to keep production equipment running safely and efficiently in a manufacturing setting. You will diagnose issues, perform precise mechanical adjustments, and support startups and changeovers to minimize downtime.

Qualified candidates bring hands-on maintenance experience, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to read drawings. This on-site role requires 12-hour rotating shifts and a focus on quality and safety.