Pelton Shepherd

Overview

Pelton Shepherd Industries is seeking a 2nd Shift Production Mechanic who is skilled in diagnosing and fixing mechanical issues to ensure operational excellence in specialty chemical manufacturing. This role is crucial for maintaining equipment, protecting uptime, and ensuring product quality.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance to keep equipment running at peak performance
• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical issues quickly to minimize downtime
• Repair, replace, and rebuild machine components with precision
• Disassemble, clean, lubricate, and reassemble production equipment
• Identify potential failures before they happen and take proactive action
• Maintain detailed maintenance logs and documentation
• Keep tools, parts, and shop areas clean, organized, and ready for use
• Coordinate with production teams to schedule maintenance efficiently
• Support new product launches by modifying equipment and conducting test runs
• Collaborate with other technical experts to improve equipment reliability and performance
• Operate production equipment as needed and assist in training operators

Requirements

• 1–2 years of mechanical or maintenance experience
• Vocational or technical training preferred or equivalent hands-on experience
• Experience in manufacturing or production environments is a plus
• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Proactive mindset
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a high-performing team
• Clear communication and strong organizational skills
• Attention to detail and a commitment to doing the job right the first time
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, hands-on environment