Senior Machine Maintenance Specialist

Aquarius Professional Staffing; Ohio; On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Aquarius Professional Staffing is seeking a Senior Machine Maintenance Specialist/Manager to install, maintain, and repair CNC and manual machine tools in a Cincinnati facility. The role focuses on safety, reliability, and uptime of production equipment.

The ideal candidate brings 5+ years in safety or facilities, hands-on maintenance of CNC tools, and experience with PM/PdM programs, OSHA standards, and cross-functional teamwork.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in workplace safety or facilities safety.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience maintaining and servicing CNC and manual machine tools
• High School Diploma/GED
• Certification or college degree in maintenance technology with focus on mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic and PLC repairs a plus
• Experience developing and implementing preventative maintenance programs for production equipment
• Experience with OSHA regulations, including but not limited to lock out/tag out and machine guarding
• Experience operating forklift trucks
• Strong knowledge of OSHA standards, environmental regulations, and building safety codes.
• Excellent communication, influencing, and problem-solving skills.
• Computer literacy including Microsoft Excel and Power point.

Responsibilities

• Install and maintain production equipment: CNC and manual machine tools.
• Troubleshoot, maintain, and repair production equipment for a safe and productive work environment.
• Provide sound technical support to ensure production equipment is in a constant state of readiness.
• Perform preventative maintenance (PM) and predictive maintenance (PdM) to maintain safety and increase up-time of equipment.
• Determine spare parts requirements and make recommendations for equipment.
• Work on process support equipment improvement projects.
• Comply with all safety standards and regulations provided by the company and maintain clean and orderly work areas.
• Perform mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and PLC`s repairs.
• Read and interpret equipment manuals and work orders to perform required maintenance and service.
• Perform a variety plumbing maintenance functions.
• Document all corrective and preventive maintenance performed utilizing a pc based tracking system/software.
• Participate and contribute in a team environment by working with all levels of employees.
• Generate new and innovative approaches to problems
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Safety compliance

CNC maintenance

Electrical repairs

Pneumatic & hydraulic

PLC troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Facility safety

Forklift operation

Technical documentation

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Maintenance technology certification

College degree in maintenance field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Job Description

What you will be doing as the Senior Machine Maintenance Specialist:

• Install and maintain production equipment: CNC and manual machine tools.
• Troubleshoot, maintain, and repair production equipment for a safe and productive work environment.
• Provide sound technical support to ensure production equipment is in a constant state of readiness.
• Perform preventative maintenance (PM) and predictive maintenance (PdM) to maintain safety and increase up-time of equipment.
• Determine spare parts requirements and make recommendations for equipment.
• Work on process support equipment improvement projects.
• Comply with all safety standards and regulations provided by the company and maintain clean and orderly work areas.
• Perform mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic and PLC`s repairs.
• Read and interpret equipment manuals and work orders to perform required maintenance and service.
• Perform a variety plumbing maintenance functions.
• Document all corrective and preventive maintenance performed utilizing a pc based tracking system/software.
• Participate and contribute in a team environment by working with all levels of employees.
• Generate new and innovative approaches to problems
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure compliance with all relevant health, safety, environmental, and building regulations (e.g., OSHA, EPA, NFPA, local fire codes).
• Maintain required safety documentation, permits, and regulatory filings.
• Liaise with NA Compliance leader to support regulatory agencies and manage external inspections or audits.

Risk Management & Prevention

• Conduct routine safety inspections and hazard assessments related to equipment
• Follow and promote safe work practices during all maintenance activities

Emergency Preparedness

• Coordinate drills (fire, severe weather, workplace violence response, etc.) and collaborate with security and emergency services.
• Ensure facility systems (alarms, sprinklers, safety equipment) are functional and regularly tested.

What you will need as the Senior Machine Maintenance Specialist/Manager:

Required

• 5+ years of experience in workplace safety or facilities safety.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience maintaining and servicing CNC and manual machine tools
• High School Diploma/GED
• Certification or college degree in maintenance technology with focus on mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic and PLC repairs a plus
• Experience developing and implementing preventative maintenance programs for production equipment
• Experience with OSHA regulations, including but not limited to lock out/tag out and machine guarding
• Experience operating forklift trucks
• Strong knowledge of OSHA standards, environmental regulations, and building safety codes.
• Excellent communication, influencing, and problem-solving skills.
• Computer literacy including Microsoft Excel and Power point.

Preferred

• Experience with ISO 45001 or similar safety management systems.
• Background in manufacturing, warehousing, or multi-site facility operations.
• Ability to work to a deadline and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to influence others through the employment of sound judgment.
• Self-motivation, strong attention to detail, and accuracy.
• Excellent communication skills – verbal and written.

Company Description

Aquarius Professional Staffing was founded by John Carroll in 2006 and is located in Cincinnati, Ohio. We specialize in delivering staffing solutions for Fortune 1000 and mid-range businesses that fill the needs of clients and our candidates with full-time and contract positions across a broad range of industries, including technical, skill trade, professional and healthcare. We believe the success of our company depends on the strength of our relationships with our clients and our goal is to make our clients and candidates feel like a part of our team.