Industrial Maintenance Mechanic – Manufacturing
Location: Pontiac, NY 14006 | Full-Time, Contract-to-Hire or Direct Hire
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Industrial Maintenance Mechanic to join an established food manufacturing facility in the Pontiac, NY area. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on maintenance professional who enjoys troubleshooting complex machinery, keeping production equipment running efficiently, and working in a fast-paced industrial environment. Candidates must have a strong background in heavy industrial manufacturing. Food manufacturing or packaging experience is highly preferred but not required.
Responsibilities
- Troubleshoot, diagnose, repair, and maintain industrial production machinery and equipment.
- Perform preventive and predictive maintenance to minimize downtime.
- Repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
- Maintain conveyors, motors, drives, power transmission systems, and other manufacturing equipment.
- Assist with machinery installation, startup, and equipment adjustments.
- Diagnose equipment failures and implement long-term corrective solutions.
- Complete maintenance work orders, inspections, and equipment documentation.
- Monitor parts inventory and request replacement parts and maintenance supplies.
- Follow OSHA safety procedures, including proper equipment shutdown and lockout/tagout practices.
- Support general industrial maintenance, including basic welding, plumbing, and fabrication when needed.
Qualifications
- 5+ years of industrial maintenance experience in a heavy manufacturing environment required.
- Strong mechanical troubleshooting and industrial equipment repair skills.
- Working knowledge of electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
- Experience with preventive maintenance programs, work orders, and parts inventory.
- Ability to read technical manuals, troubleshoot equipment failures, and work independently.
- Comfortable using hand tools, power tools, welding equipment, and other shop machinery.
- Strong safety awareness and ability to work in a fast-paced production environment.
- Stable employment history with demonstrated long-term experience in manufacturing maintenance.
- Food processing, beverage, or packaging equipment experience is a plus.
- Technical school certification or equivalent hands-on experience preferred.
- Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus, but not required.
Schedule
Monday–Friday, beginning at 8:00 AM. Typical shift ends around 5:00 PM, with extended hours depending on production and maintenance needs. Saturday preventive maintenance work may be required, typically 4–6 hours.
Pay
$27–$36 per hour, based on experience and qualifications. Full-time opportunity with contract-to-hire and direct-hire options.
Benefits
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Life insurance
- 401(k) with up to 4% company match
- Paid time off
- Employee discounts