Production Maintenance Tech- Experienced

Avtec Finishing – New Hope, Minnesota

About the role

We are hiring an experienced Industrial Maintenance Technician to maintain and repair the manufacturing equipment that keeps our production lines running safely and efficiently. This role directly impacts our ability to process products used in industries such as medical, aerospace, defense, industrial, and commercial. We provide training on our equipment, processes, and industry, but we seek candidates with reliability, mechanical aptitude, critical thinking, and a willingness to learn.

Pay

$32.00–$36.50 per hour (depending on qualifications) + $1,500 signing bonus for new hires.

Schedule

Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–3:00 PM, with overtime as needed. Hours may be adjusted slightly based on coverage needs.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance on manufacturing and production equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, plumbing, welding, and basic carpentry issues.
• Diagnose equipment failures and safely restore production as quickly as possible.
• Monitor equipment performance and identify potential problems before failures occur.
• Read and interpret work orders, blueprints, schematics, repair manuals, and technical drawings.
• Install, modify, and commission production equipment.
• Maintain maintenance records, repair documentation, and spare parts inventory.
• Collaborate with production employees to improve equipment reliability and manufacturing efficiency.
• Follow all company safety policies, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO).
• Participate in continuous improvement activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Occasional evening or weekend on-call support may be required.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum 2 years of industrial, manufacturing, production maintenance, mechanical maintenance, or similar experience.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings.
• Ability to read an analog clock and tape measure.
• Basic math and geometry skills.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Dependable attendance.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States.

Preferred Qualifications

• Technical school, maintenance certification, military mechanical experience, or related trade experience.
• Welding experience.
• Experience working with pneumatic, hydraulic, electrical, and PLC-controlled equipment.
• Experience using diagnostic equipment, multi-meters, and common maintenance hand tools.
• Experience using computers, tablets, and Microsoft Office.

Skills

The people who excel in this position are dependable problem-solvers who:

• Think through problems before replacing parts.
• Have strong mechanical aptitude.
• Learn new equipment quickly.
• Follow written procedures and safety requirements.
• Communicate well with production employees.
• Work independently while supporting the team.
• Stay organized and manage multiple priorities.
• Take ownership of equipment reliability.
• Pay attention to detail and produce quality work.

Benefits

General Benefits

• Two medical plan options, including one with a $0/week employee-only premium.
• Dental Insurance.
• Vision Insurance.
• Life Insurance.
• Long-Term Disability.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
• Pet Insurance.
• Employer-paid NICE Healthcare & Virtual Care.

Financial Benefits

• Quarterly Profit Sharing.
• Attendance Rewards.
• 401(k) with Company Contribution.
• Employee Referral Bonus Program.

Paid Time Off

• Paid Holidays.
• Paid Time Off (PTO).
• Minnesota Earned Sick & Safe Time (ESST).
• Paid Work Anniversary Day.

Additional Benefits

• Company Uniforms.
• Safety Boot Program.
• Prescription Safety Glasses.
• Ongoing Training.
• Career Advancement Opportunities.

Work Environment

• Active manufacturing environment with heat, humidity, dust, noise, and moving equipment.
• Personal mobile devices must be secured during working hours and accessed only during scheduled breaks in designated areas due to customer and security requirements.
• This position operates within a secure manufacturing facility with strict security policies, including restrictions on personal electronic devices, access control, and documentation procedures.

Avtec Finishing is part of The Lindgren Group, an equal opportunity employer. Veterans are encouraged to apply.