Maintenance Machinist

About the role

Join Production Castings, Inc. as a Maintenance Machinist and play a critical role in maintaining the reliability and performance of our manufacturing equipment. This position offers an excellent opportunity for a skilled trades professional to apply machining, fabrication, and maintenance expertise in a fast-paced die casting environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on die cast machines and related production equipment.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and equipment-related issues to determine root causes and implement repairs.
• Fabricate, modify, and repair machine components using manual machine tools including lathes, mills, grinders, drill presses, and related equipment.
• Install, align, adjust, and calibrate machinery and equipment according to manufacturer specifications.
• Repair or replace worn and damaged machine components to maintain optimal performance.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, technical drawings, and maintenance manuals.
• Aid with equipment upgrades, machine rebuilds, and continuous improvement projects.
• Perform emergency repairs to minimize production downtime.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, work orders, and repair documentation.
• Support production personnel in resolving equipment-related concerns.
• Maintain tools, equipment, and work areas in a clean and organized condition.
• Follow all company safety procedures, lockout/tagout requirements, and environmental policies.
• Participate in safety training and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Technical training, apprenticeship, or certification in machining, industrial maintenance, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of three (3) years of maintenance machinist, industrial maintenance, or machine repair experience preferred.
• Experience in a manufacturing or die casting environment is highly desirable.
• Proficient operation of manual machine tools including lathes, milling machines, grinders, and fabrication equipment.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, hydraulic systems, and pneumatic systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair industrial machinery.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals.
• Strong mathematical and measurement skills.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.