Production Technician

Position Summary

The Production Technician is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, setting up, and optimizing production equipment to support the manufacture of Xuron's precision hand tools. This position plays a critical role in ensuring equipment reliability, product quality, workplace safety, and continuous improvement throughout the production process.

The ideal candidate is mechanically inclined, safety-focused, and capable of working independently while effectively supporting production personnel and manufacturing operations. This position serves as a technical resource for machine setup, maintenance, and process improvement.

Essential Functions

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, repair, and maintain production machinery and manufacturing equipment.
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance activities to maximize equipment uptime and reliability.
• Set up, adjust, and operate production machinery as required to support manufacturing schedules.
• Repair and maintain hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, and mechanical systems.
• Disassemble, inspect, repair, and reassemble machinery and equipment components.
• Respond promptly to production equipment issues to minimize downtime.
• Assist with tooling changes, machine changeovers, and process adjustments.
• Support production employees in the safe and effective operation of equipment.
• Maintain maintenance records, repair logs, and preventive maintenance schedules.
• Ensure compliance with all safety regulations, quality standards, and company procedures.
• Coordinate the purchase and inventory of maintenance and machine shop supplies as needed.
• Assist with facility and building maintenance projects when required.

Qualifications Education and Experience

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Associate degree, technical certification, or vocational training in maintenance, manufacturing technology, industrial mechanics, or related field is a plus.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in industrial maintenance, machine repair, manufacturing, or related mechanical field.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Knowledge of machine setup, preventative maintenance practices, and manufacturing equipment operation.
• Ability to use hand tools, power tools, measuring instruments, and diagnostic equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and respond effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Basic computer skills for maintenance documentation and production support.

Physical Requirements

• Regular standing, walking, bending, reaching, kneeling, and lifting.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Frequent use of hands, wrists, and fingers to operate tools and equipment.
• Ability to work around moving machinery and production equipment.
• Sufficient visual acuity to inspect equipment and perform precision work with or without corrective lenses.

Work Environment

• Manufacturing and production facility environment.
• Exposure to machinery, moving mechanical parts, noise, lubricants, and production materials.
• Required use of personal protective equipment (PPE) as applicable.

Why Xuron?

Xuron Corporation manufactures world-renowned precision hand tools in Maine and takes pride in American manufacturing, craftsmanship, innovation, and quality. Team members contribute directly to the production of products used across the electronics, aerospace, industrial, hobby, jewelry, and other specialty markets worldwide.

Pay: $23.00 - $30.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Work Location: In person