Senior Machine Technician

Job Summary

The Senior Machine Technician is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and optimizing complex manufacturing and facility equipment to ensure maximum uptime, safety, and performance. This role serves as a technical expert, provides guidance to junior technicians, and supports continuous improvement initiatives across operations.

• Perform advanced preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on production and facility equipment
• Repair and maintain mechanical and pneumatic systems including valves, cylinders, FRLs, vacuum systems, and air preparation units.
• Lead or support root cause analysis (RCA) and implement permanent corrective actions.
• Install, qualify, and support new equipment and upgrades
• Develop, review, and improve maintenance procedures, SOPs, and work instructions
• Mentor and train technicians and equipment operators
• Collaborate with Engineering, Production, Quality, and EHS teams
• Monitor equipment performance and downtime; recommend reliability improvements
• Manage spare parts, tooling, and maintenance documentation within CMMS
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations, company policies, and industry standards
• Troubleshoot HMI systems (Allen-Bradley Panel View, Siemens HMI) for alarms, communication faults, and operator issues.

• Technical diploma or equivalent experience in Engineering, Electronics, Mechatronics, or related field
• 5+ years of experience in equipment maintenance within a manufacturing environment
• Experience supporting automated or high-precision equipment preferred

• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills
• Ability to read electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, and P&IDs
• Experience with HMIs, robotics, or automation systems.
• Servo motors and stepper motors
• VFDs and motor drives (start-up, parameter setting, fault diagnostics)
• AC & DC motors (single-phase and three-phase)
• Diagnose and resolve issues related to sensors and automation components.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Leadership and mentoring skills
• Effective communication and teamwork
• Ability to work independently and manage priorities

• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. and perform hands-on equipment maintenance
• Willingness to work shifts, weekends, or on-call as required
• Stand and walk for prolonged periods
• Climb ladders, stairs, scaffolding, or platforms
• Bend, squat, kneel, crouch, and crawl to access machinery
• Good hand-eye coordination
• Fine motor skills for wiring, adjusting small parts and precision measurements
• Good near and far vision (corrected is acceptable)
• Distinguish colors on wiring or indicators
• Adequate hearing to detect abnormal machine noises or alarms
• Comfortable working in hot or cold environments
• Push/pull heavy machinery, carts or components
• Use hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic equipment for extended periods

• Automation and/or Electrical Certification
• Six Sigma, TPM, or Reliability Maintenance Certifications