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Immediate Mailing Services Printing & Inserting Machine Maintenance Tech in Rochester, New York
Printing & Inserting Machine Maintenance Technician
Department:
Reports to: Department Manager
Location: Rochester
Full-Time: A typical work schedule is standard business hours, with the flexibility required to handle escalations or support during peak times or special projects.
Pay Schedule: Bi-Weekly Pay
Exempt: Compensation starts at $45,000 - $55,000 annually, depending on experience
Benefits: Begin the first day after the first two full months of employment.
**The salary range reflects the anticipated compensation for the role and may vary based on several factors, including experience, education, specific skill sets, tenure, and overall fit. We value each person’s contributions and understand that every role has unique requirements that influence compensation; however, different roles may require different levels of expertise and qualifications, which can affect compensation. While we strive to maintain fairness and consistency across the organization, differences in responsibilities, qualifications, and market conditions may result in varied compensation levels. Our goal is to ensure that compensation remains equitable, aligned with the demands of each position, and reflective of each employee’s unique value.
Position Summary
The Printing & Inserting Machine Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of high-speed printing and inserting machines to ensure optimal performance and minimize downtime. The role requires working in a fast-paced production environment, ensuring equipment is functioning efficiently to meet production schedules.
Essential Duties
Perform preventative maintenance on printing and inserting machines, including inspections, lubrication, adjustments, and replacements of parts.
Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and technical issues to minimize downtime.
Maintain accurate documentation of repairs, preventative maintenance, and equipment performance logs.
Collaborate with production teams to identify equipment issues and suggest improvements.
Ensure all machines are set up and calibrated correctly for production runs.
Stay updated with machine manuals and technical documents for troubleshooting.
Ensure compliance with safety procedures and company policies during maintenance tasks.
Order and maintain inventory of parts and tools required for repairs.
Assist with equipment installations, modifications, and upgrades as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
High School Diploma or equivalent; technical certification or relevant experience preferred.
Minimum of 3 years’ experience in machine maintenance, preferably in a printing or inserting environment.
Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
Ability to read and interpret machine manuals, diagrams, and schematics.
Proficiency with hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic equipment.
Familiarity with safety standards and lockout/tagout procedures.
Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work independently and in a team environment
Must be able to read, write, and clearly communicate to perform essential job functions, including understanding work instructions, writing reports, and interacting with customers and colleagues.
Decision Making
May contribute to business and operational decisions that affect the department. Decisions that address non-routine questions and situations often require investigation and research of precedents. Uses patterns, trends, and precedents to analyze situations and determine an appropriate course of action or approach to solving problems.
Independence of Action
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Work progress is monitored by the supervisor/manager; the incumbent follows precedents and procedures and may set priorities and organize work within general guidelines established by the supervisor/manager.
People Management
Not responsible for supervising others.
Physical Demands and Work Environment
The physical demands described here represent those that an employee must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.
Work is performed in a warehouse or production facility environment.
May be exposed to varying temperatures, noise, dust, and printing chemicals.
Must be able to lift 50 pounds, push 800 pounds on a load-bearing cart, carry 25 pounds, and pull 200 pounds.
Must be able to use hand tools, pallet jacks, and forklifts.
Requires frequent standing, walking, crouching, bending, kneeling, lifting, and using repetitive motions of hands or wrists; finger, grasp, handle, or feel; reach with arms and hands for extended periods.
Fast-paced, deadline-driven setting requiring the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
Note
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by this position's employee(s). Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and perform any other job-related duties requested by anyone authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements. They are subject to possible modification to accommodate individuals with disabilities reasonably.
Immediate Mailing Services, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. Immediate Mailing Services, Inc. is a drug-free workplace that is compliant with applicable ADA regulations. Immediate Mailing Services Inc. is an Equal Opportunity-Affirmative Action Employer – Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation / Age/ Immigration status. Immediate Mailing Service Inc. is committed to diversity and inclusion. We seek employees and customers from all backgrounds to join our teams, and we encourage them to bring their authentic, original, and best selves to work. Our employees are expected to do the same. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. The company is an equal opportunity employer, a drug-free workplace, and complies with ADA regulations as applicable, including Veterans Disabled.
To perform this job successfully, the employee(s) will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to their health, safety, or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an at-will relationship.