Production Maintenance Technician – 3rd Shift

Shift: 3rd Shift

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Production Maintenance Technician to operate, maintain, and troubleshoot industrial production equipment. This hands-on role focuses on preventive maintenance, equipment changeovers, and mechanical repairs to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable production.

Responsibilities

• Set up, adjust, and operate production machinery.
• Perform equipment changeovers, tooling changes, and die adjustments.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic issues.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance to minimize downtime.
• Inspect, align, and calibrate machine components, motors, sensors, and controls.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals.
• Monitor equipment performance and respond to alarms and breakdowns.
• Conduct quality checks using calipers, micrometers, and other measuring tools.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and work orders.
• Follow GMP, food safety, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), and workplace safety procedures.
• Safely handle materials using authorized equipment, including forklifts and hoists.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary work area.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 2–4 years of experience operating and maintaining high-speed manufacturing equipment.
• Hands-on experience with presses, tooling, hydraulics, and pneumatics.
• Strong mechanical and electromechanical troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings.
• Experience with precision measuring tools and basic computer documentation.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and established procedures.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

• Ability to stand and walk for most of the shift.
• Frequent bending, twisting, reaching, and occasional ladder climbing.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Comfortable working around industrial machinery and noise.
• Ability to wear required PPE, including safety glasses, hearing protection, and steel-toed shoes.
• Ability to maintain cleanliness and sanitation standards.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: Surge is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by law. Surge is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.

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