Manufacturing Maintenance Technician

Company Overview

PremaTech Advanced Ceramics has been a leader in the advanced ceramics industry since 1980, specializing in high-purity silicon carbides and other materials for critical applications. As a woman-owned business, we are committed to quality and compliance with industry standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Performing and coordinating preventive maintenance on all machining, furnace, and facilities equipment.
• Performing and coordinating unscheduled repairs for all machining, furnace, and facilities equipment.
• Providing support to Operations as needed (e.g., janitorial tasks, shipping, and other operational needs).
• Completing general building and grounds maintenance as required.

Key Job Functions:

• Collaborating closely with Operations to quickly resolve maintenance issues and minimize downtime.
• Working with Purchasing to expedite the acquisition of materials and parts.
• Coordinating with suppliers to schedule repairs and routine maintenance activities.
• Diagnosing mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic issues related to manufacturing and facility systems.
• Maintaining a comprehensive preventive maintenance (PM) program.
• Managing spare parts inventory and ensuring accurate maintenance documentation.
• Demonstrating flexibility and a willingness to take on various tasks as needed.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Maintenance Technician in an industrial machine shop environment.
• Broad technical knowledge of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, fluid, and hydraulic systems with the ability to diagnose and repair equipment and system failures.
• Hands-on experience with a wide range of equipment, including manual lathes and milling machines; hydraulic surface and rotary grinders; hydraulic universal grinders; multi-axis CNC machining centers; precision rotary tables; EDM wire and drill machines; coolant filtration and delivery systems; and compressor/pneumatic systems.
• Preferred additional experience includes high-temperature vacuum furnaces, process gas delivery systems, wastewater/RO/DI water systems, chillers and cooling systems, hazardous waste handling, wastewater licensing, and familiarity with maintenance software, spreadsheets, and databases.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to multitask effectively in a fast-paced production environment.
• Proven troubleshooting skills with the ability to quickly analyze and resolve issues to support continuous production and minimize customer impact.
• Proficient in the use of hand and power tools, electric meters, and related diagnostic equipment.
• Education: High school diploma or equivalent; related technical training or experience preferred.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance