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MKS Instruments Inc Machine Shop CNC Mechanic 2 in Lawrence, Massachusetts
A Day in Your Life at MKS:
As the Machine Shop CNC Mechanic 2, you will help lead our maintenance team in installing, repairing, and maintaining machinery and equipment. You will also perform regular inspections of machinery and equipment, carry out preventative maintenance, troubleshoot faulty machinery and diagnose the root cause of the malfunction using diagnostic tools and problem-solving abilities. These activities will all involve close collaboration with other mechanical maintenance technicians and production workers. In this role, you will report to the Machine Shop Operations Manager.
You Will Make an Impact By:
Identifying the causes of unexpected breakdowns of machines.
Repairing broken machines quickly and efficiently.
Performing preventive maintenance inspections and service on machines.
Thoroughly cleaning machines and machine parts, removing parts, and reinstalling as necessary.
Coordinating with your manager to schedule regular maintenance on machines.
Helping lead and direct work of other members of the maintenance team.
Oiling and lubricating moving parts on machines to ensure efficient performance.
Recording and reporting damaged, worn, or broken parts.
Researching and installing replacement parts for machines.
Preparing reports and documenting work performed.
Cleaning and organizing the inventory and maintaining shop areas, parts, tools, and supplies.
Collaborating with product manager or plant engineer regarding new products being added and modifications that will be required.
Making necessary modifications and implementations test runs; conferring with product manager regarding test results and makes additional alterations to machinery as required.
Performing other assignments as needed.
Skills You Bring:
Vocational or community college degree with related coursework or equivalent experience.
4-6 years of job-related work experience.
Mechanically inclined with great problem-solving skills.
Works well independently and with others.
Creative and effective approach to completing tasks.
Strong communication skills.
Well-organized with attention to detail.
Ability to work in a fast-paced and high-pressure environment.
Experience with Oracle, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, & Express Maintenance, preferred.
Supervisory Scope:
Acts independently to determine methods and procedures on new assignments.
Often leads or supervises the activities of other nonexempt personnel.
Physical Demands and Working Conditions:
Prolonged periods standing and walking.
Must be able to visually inspect machines.
Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
Must be able to bend, stretch, push, pull, and move as needed to reach, clean, and service machinery.
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MKS Instruments, Inc. and its affiliates and subsidiaries (“MKS”) is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer: diverse candidates are encouraged to apply. We win as a team and are committed to recruiting and hiring qualified applicants regardless of race, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions), religion, age, ancestry, physical or mental disability or handicap, marital status, membership in the uniformed services, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other category protected by applicable law. Hiring decisions are based on merit, qualifications and business needs. We conduct background checks and drug screens, in accordance with applicable law and company policies. MKS is generally only hiring candidates who reside in states where we are registered to do business.
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At MKS, it's all about courage, big ideas, and a serious passion for innovation. Winning here is about exploring possibilities, taking action , and solving our customers’ toughest challenges. It's not just a job – it's what you make of it. While you shape your role and make it unique, we invest in you with on-the-job and formal training, as well as educational assistance. Curiosity is key at MKS - ask questions, own your path.
Our success comes from celebrating the unique skills, diverse perspectives, and lived experience of employees from over 100 countries. The goal is to make sure that everyone feels that they belong. Diversity isn't just a nice-to-have; making sure everyone feels included is a big deal for us.
Our group of 10,000 employees serves semiconductor manufacturing, electronics and packaging, and specialty industrial markets. With over 3,800 patents, our products are enabling advancements in 5G, renewable energy & storage, artificial intelligence, cloud technology, and big data. We're the behind-the-scenes support for some amazing technology.
MKS Instruments enables technologies that transform our world. MKS Instruments Product Overview (https://www.mks.com/mam/celum/celum_assets/resources/MKSProductOverview-DS.pdf)