Machine Repair Technician in Irvine, California at Eterna Management, LLC

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Job Title:
Machine Repair Technician
Department:
Maintenance
Reports To:
Maintenance Supervisor / Operations Manager
Location:
Santa Ana, California (MCGAW & DAIMLER Facilities)
FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt (Hourly)
Employment Type:
Full-Time
Pay Range:
$24.00 – $34.00 per hour (DOE) |
POSITION SUMMARY
The Machine Repair Technician is responsible for diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining production, processing, and material-handling equipment across Eterna's warehouse and manufacturing facilities. This role plays a critical part in minimizing downtime and ensuring equipment reliability, safety, and compliance with company and regulatory standards. The ideal candidate is hands-on, mechanically inclined, and comfortable troubleshooting a wide range of mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic/hydraulic systems in a fast-paced 3PL and production environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Equipment Repair & Troubleshooting
Diagnose mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic issues on production, packaging, and material-handling equipment.
Perform emergency and unscheduled repairs to minimize equipment downtime and production delays.
Disassemble, repair, replace, and reassemble machine components, motors, belts, bearings, gears, and related parts.
Read and interpret equipment manuals, wiring diagrams, and schematics to guide repair work.
Fabricate or modify replacement parts when factory parts are unavailable or impractical.
Required Equipment & Machinery Experience
Must have hands-on mechanical repair experience with the following equipment types:
Labeling Machines – troubleshooting, calibration, and repair
Heat Sealing Equipment – diagnosing seal failures and mechanical repair
Laser Machines – operational troubleshooting and preventive maintenance
Conveyor Systems – belt, motor, and drive system repair
Heat Tunnels – thermal component diagnostics and repair
Preferred: prior experience performing preventive maintenance across a mixed fleet of production equipment in a warehouse or manufacturing environment.

Preventive Maintenance
Perform scheduled preventive maintenance (PM) inspections and services according to established PM calendars.
Maintain accurate maintenance logs, work orders, and repair histories for all serviced equipment.
Monitor equipment performance trends to proactively identify parts nearing failure.
Maintain an organized parts inventory and communicate reorder needs to the Maintenance Supervisor.
Safety & Compliance
Follow all Cal/OSHA lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures during equipment servicing and repair.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe maintenance work area in accordance with company and regulatory standards.
Properly handle and dispose of lubricants, solvents, and other maintenance materials per environmental regulations.
Report safety hazards, near-misses, and equipment malfunctions to the Maintenance Supervisor immediately.
Collaboration & Support
Partner with Production and Operations teams to schedule repairs with minimal disruption to output.
Train production staff on basic equipment care and first-line troubleshooting where appropriate.
Support facilities maintenance tasks (electrical, plumbing, general building repairs) as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Maintenance Supervisor or Operations Manager.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
High school diploma or equivalent; technical/vocational certification in industrial maintenance, electrical, or mechanical trades preferred.
Minimum 2-4 years of experience repairing industrial, production, or warehouse equipment.
Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
Ability to read wiring diagrams, schematics, and equipment manuals.
Proficient with hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic equipment (multimeters, etc.).
Working knowledge of Cal/OSHA safety standards, including lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures.
Ability to work flexible hours, including occasional evenings/weekends, to respond to urgent equipment needs.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Experience maintaining conveyor systems, packaging equipment, forklifts, or material-handling machinery.
Basic PLC (programmable logic controller) troubleshooting experience.
Welding or fabrication experience.
Bilingual English/Spanish.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
This is a non-exempt, hourly position with a starting pay range of $24.00 – $34.00 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications. As a non-exempt employee, this role is eligible for overtime compensation in accordance with the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and applicable California law for hours worked beyond 8 in a workday or 40 in a workweek.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Paid sick leave in accordance with California SB 616
Paid holidays
401(k) retirement plan (where applicable)
Opportunities for skills training and professional development

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Primarily works on the production/warehouse floor in a manufacturing and logistics environment.
Exposure to moving machinery, dust, noise, and varying temperatures typical of a warehouse/production setting.
Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs, climb ladders, and work in confined spaces as needed.
Must be able to stand, bend, kneel, and work in various physical positions for extended periods.
Required to wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times while performing repair and maintenance duties.
EMPLOYMENT CLASSIFICATION
Employment with Eterna Management, LLC is at-will, meaning either the employee or the Company may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice. This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the position and may be modified at the Company's discretion.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Eterna Management, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.