CNC Machine Repair Technician

Position Summary:

The CNC Machine Repair Technician is responsible for the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and optimization of CNC machine tools and related manufacturing equipment. This role ensures equipment reliability, minimizes downtime, and supports safe and efficient production operations. The technician works closely with manufacturing, engineering, and maintenance teams to diagnose mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and control system issues.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Diagnose and repair CNC machine malfunctions, including mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and control system issues.
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on CNC lathes, mills, grinders, and related manufacturing equipment.
• Troubleshoot CNC controls, servo drives, motors, sensors, and machine automation systems.
• Interpret electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, and technical manuals to identify and resolve equipment problems.
• Install, align, calibrate, and test all machinery/equipment to meet manufacturer’s specifications.
• Respond to equipment breakdowns in a timely manner to minimize production downtime.
• Inspect machine components and replace worn or defective parts.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, repair logs, and equipment documentation.
• Collaborate with operators, engineers, and supervisors to improve machine performance and reliability.
• Ensure compliance with all safety standards, lockout/tagout procedures, and company policies.
• Recommend equipment upgrades and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Assist in training machine operators on proper equipment care and basic troubleshooting procedures.
• Collaborate with maintenance and purchasing teams to identify replacement part requirements, provide detailed technical information, and recommend components necessary to support efficient CNC machine repairs.

Required Skills:

• Must have the knowledge, skill, and ability to meet expectations for required competencies in position, which includes:

1) safety, health, and environmental awareness

2) business ethics and compliance

3) technical/professional competence and quality & time management

4) interpersonal relations and communication skills

5) initiative, flexibility, innovation, and adaptability

6) continuous improvement and problem solving

7) planning and organizing

• Ability to prioritize and complete multiple tasks and high volume of work on a deadline.
• Ability to professionally communicate and work cooperatively with others
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Basic English language skills and the ability to read, follow, and interpret planning and work order instructions
• Basic math skills to include adding, subtracting, multiplication, division, and fractions.
• Willingness to learn

Experience & Education

• High school diploma or GED.
• Technical degree, certificate, or equivalent experience in Industrial Maintenance, Mechatronics, Electrical Technology, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience troubleshooting and repairing CNC machine tools.
• Strong understanding of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and machine drawings.
• Experience using precision measuring instruments and diagnostic tools.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and maintenance management systems.
• Experience troubleshooting and supporting Okuma, Fanuc, and other major CNC machine control systems.
• PLC troubleshooting experience.
• Knowledge of industrial automation and robotics.
• OSHA safety training or equivalent certifications.
• CNC programming knowledge.

Working Conditions:

• Constant exposure to indoor manufacturing environment
• Constant exposure to moderate noise
• Working conditions may include small spaces, dust, fumes, odors, hot / cold temperatures, inside / outside noise vibration, standing on concrete for long hours and wet or uneven surfaces.
• Must be able to work any shift including weekends and holidays if scheduled.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and climb for extended periods.
• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds.
• Ability to work around moving machinery and manufacturing equipment.
• Ability to work in a non-climate-controlled environment.
• Ability to work occasional overtime and respond to emergency maintenance needs when required.