In-House Mechanic Maintenance & Repair

Job Summary:

We are seeking a skilled In-House Mechanic to maintain, repair, and optimize a variety of offset printing, bindery, and packaging equipment. The ideal candidate will have experience in troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems to ensure maximum uptime and efficiency in a fast-paced production environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain & Repair Equipment: Perform routine maintenance and emergency repairs on offset printing presses, bindery, and packaging machinery to minimize downtime.


• Troubleshoot & Diagnose Issues: Identify mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic system failures and implement effective solutions.


• Preventive Maintenance: Develop and follow a scheduled preventive maintenance plan to ensure machines operate at peak performance.


• Equipment Calibration & Adjustments: Fine-tune and adjust machines for optimal printing, cutting, folding, and packaging accuracy.


• Parts & Inventory Management: Track and order necessary parts, tools, and supplies to maintain an efficient maintenance workflow.


• Safety & Compliance: Ensure all repairs and maintenance work adhere to safety regulations and company standards.


• Technical Documentation: Maintain logs, records, and documentation of repairs, maintenance schedules, and machine performance reports.


• Collaborate with Production Teams: Work closely with press operators and production managers to ensure efficient workflow and minimal production disruptions.


• Training & Support: Provide guidance and training to machine operators on basic troubleshooting and maintenance practices.


• Emergency Response: Respond quickly to urgent equipment failures to minimize production delays.

Job Requirements:

• Experience: Minimum 3-5 years of experience in industrial mechanical maintenance, preferably in a printing, bindery, or packaging environment.


• Technical Skills:
  
  
  
  • Strong knowledge of offset printing presses (e.g., Heidelberg, Komori, Manroland, etc.).
  
  
  • Experience with bindery equipment (e.g., folders, cutters, stitchers, perfect binders).
  
  
  • Understanding of packaging equipment (e.g., gluing, die-cutting, shrink-wrapping machines).
  
  
  • Familiarity with pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical systems.
  
  
  • Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, schematics, and manuals.
  
  
  
  


• Physical Requirements: Ability to lift 50+ lbs, stand for long periods, and work in a factory setting with exposure to noise and moving machinery.


• Problem-Solving Skills: Strong troubleshooting ability and attention to detail to diagnose and resolve mechanical failures efficiently.


• Certifications (Preferred but Not Required): Electrical, HVAC, or industrial maintenance certifications are a plus.