Maintenance Mechanic at Avedis Zildjian Co – Norwell, Massachusetts

Company Overview

The Avedis Zildjian Company has been synonymous with setting the standard for the development and manufacture of high-performance musical instruments since 1623. As the world’s leading maker of Cymbals, Drumsticks and Percussion Mallets, Zildjian products are sold across the globe, under the Zildjian®, Vic Firth® and Balter® brands, and are the standard to which all other cymbals, drumsticks and mallets are measured.

From the beginner to the world’s greatest rock stars, jazz performers and concert percussionists, amateurs and pros alike chose Zildjian and Vic Firth products to allow them to experience and share the joy of music.

Headquartered in Norwell, Massachusetts with offices in Los Angeles, CA and London, UK, Zildjian products are sold globally through distributors and via a network of dealers. All Zildjian products are made in the USA at our Cymbal factory in Norwell, MA and Drumstick/Mallet factory in Newport, ME.

Zildjian is an equal opportunity employer and individuals seeking employment with us are considered without regards to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, physical and mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Zildjian is looking for a Maintenance Mechanic to join our Maintenance Team in Norwell, MA.

The Maintenance Mechanic works individuals across multiple departments and a wide variety of equipment to keep our production process operating smoothly and consistently. Success in this position requires excellent problem-solving skills, mechanical repair, robotics knowledge and a strong aptitude for learning new skills and systems.

• Troubleshoot and repair of equipment requiring knowledge of mechanics, electrical, controls, pneumatics, fabrication, and hydraulics, pneumatic, and automated manufacturing equipment.
• Interpret blueprints or engineering specifications for installation, operation and repair.
• Provide technical support and training to Machinist and production operators as needed.
• Diagnose and analyze difficult operating malfunctions and to affect major, extensive or emergency repairs and maintain equipment in such a manner as to minimize unnecessary downtime.
• Assist in setting up predictive and preventative maintenance programs and performs timely equipment inspections to insure proper operation and safety compliance of manufacturing equipment.
• Repair, fabricate and install equipment using electrical, and machine stop tools.
• Notify Manager or Safety & Health Specialist of safety related problems.
• Prepare maintenance and repair logs and otherwise keep the manufacturing and engineering departments informed on activities, equipment performance, project status, etc.
• Clean and maintain secure and safe work environment.
• Familiar with OSHA safety practices.
• Organize and execute tasks regarding preventative maintenance items, changing filters, grinding rollers etc.
• Installs, repairs and maintains all equipment in the factory - motors, transformers, lights, generators, circuits, and basic components.
• Executes and prioritizes work orders.
• Facilities maintenance work including snow removal and other duties.
• Can be creative and make parts as needed for repairs on equipment.
• Ability to work individually on projects and collaboratively in a team environment.

Preferred Skills/Experience

• industrial hydraulic systems
• industrial pneumatic systems
• welding, plasma cutting,
• basic understanding of PLC/electrical systems and troubleshooting skills
• basic plumbing skills
• industrial pump/engine troubleshooting/repair/rebuilding
• Knowledge of gear boxes, drive units
• schematic/blueprint reading
• robotics
• lockout/tagout procedures

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 3+years

Schedule:

• 1st Shift, 7am -3pm

Work setting:

• In-person
• Warehouse

Experience:

• Machining: 3-5+years (Required)