Located in Bristol, CT
Pay: $30-$40/hr
Job Full Description
We are seeking a highly skilled **Production Maintenance Mechanic **with experience in **PLC-controlled equipment, AC and DC drives, manual machining, welding, and fabrication **to support high-volume manufacturing operations. This role plays a critical part in maintaining equipment reliability, minimizing downtime, supporting continuous improvement efforts, and fabricating new machinery.
Key Responsibilities
- Troubleshoot, maintain, and repair manufacturing and production equipment
- Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical systems
- Troubleshoot, modify, and support PLC-controlled manufacturing equipment
- Configure and troubleshoot AC and DC motor drives, motors, and feedback devices
- Perform **manual machining **tasks to fabricate and repair specialized machines using manual **lathes, Bridgeport mills, torches, drills and other equipment **t
- Hydraulic and pneumatic systems knowledge.
- Perform **welding and cutting **using MIG welders
- Read and interpret electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, and PLC ladder logic
- Perform preventive and predictive maintenance to reduce unplanned downtime
- Assist with machine installations, upgrades, and equipment modifications
- Identify root causes of failures and implement permanent corrective actions
- Follow all safety policies including lockout/tagout, machine guarding, and hot work procedures
- Document maintenance activities
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED (technical or vocational training preferred)
- 5+ years of industrial or manufacturing maintenance experience
- Hands-on experience with PLC troubleshooting and basic programming
- Strong experience with AC and DC drives, motors, and industrial controls
- Proficiency with **manual machining equipment **(lathes, Bridgeport mills, drill and tap, torches)
- Proficiency with MIG welding
- Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Physical & Work Environment Requirements
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
- Ability to stand, bend, kneel, and work in industrial environments
- Willingness to work overtime, weekends, or on-call as required
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive pay based on experience
- Overtime opportunities
- Medical and dental insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Profit sharing
- Paid time off and holidays
Torrington-Bristol, CT
3428
11 Main Street
Suite 3
Torrington, CT 06790
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