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LEAD MAINTENANCE MECHANIC –GRISWOLD PRODUCTS, MOOSUP, CT
Join a fast-paced rubber manufacturing team!

Earn $50.00 per hour starting pay

Use your skills to keep production moving!
 Hands-on work with hydraulic, pneumatic & mechanical systems
 Full-time, day shift: Mon–Fri 4AM-3:30 PM, 4 AM–1:30 PM

Join a stable and growing manufacturing operation where your expertise will make a direct impact every day. We are seeking a highly skilled Lead Maintenance Mechanic to take ownership of equipment reliability and serve as the go-to technical resource for our production team.

In this key leadership role, you'll combine hands-on mechanical work with problem-solving, mentoring, and operational support. You'll be trusted to diagnose and resolve equipment issues, drive preventive maintenance initiatives, and help ensure our production lines operate safely and efficiently. Your knowledge and leadership will play a critical role in minimizing downtime, improving productivity, and supporting continuous improvement efforts throughout the facility.

This position is ideal for a seasoned maintenance professional who enjoys being the person others turn to for answers, takes pride in keeping equipment running at peak performance, and is ready to step into a leadership role with a company that values technical expertise, accountability, and teamwork.

• Serve as the lead maintenance technician and first point of contact for mechanical equipment issues.
• Provide guidance, training, and technical support to maintenance team members and machine operators.
• Troubleshoot, maintain, and repair mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and basic electrical systems on rubber processing equipment, including extruders, mixers, and molding machines.
• Perform preventive maintenance to maximize equipment uptime and reliability.
• Respond quickly and effectively to equipment breakdowns and production interruptions.
• Read and interpret blueprints, mechanical diagrams, technical manuals, and schematics.
• Document maintenance activities using maintenance logs or computerized maintenance systems.
• Assist with equipment installations, upgrades, and process improvements.
• Partner with production, quality, and safety teams to improve operational performance.
• Ensure compliance with all safety procedures, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), machine guarding, and PPE requirements.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; technical or vocational training preferred.
• 4-5 years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in the rubber or plastics industry is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, hydraulics, pneumatics, and basic electrical troubleshooting.
• Experience with industrial manufacturing equipment maintenance and repair.
• Proficiency with hand and power tools.
• Welding and fabrication experience is beneficial.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and make sound decisions under pressure.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work in industrial conditions, including heat, noise, and extended periods of standing.

Leadership Requirements

• Proven leadership skills with the ability to mentor and support team members.
• Strong communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to coordinate maintenance priorities and serve as the trusted technical resource for production and maintenance personnel.
• Positive attitude with a proactive approach to equipment reliability and continuous improvement.

Preferred Skills

• • • Forklift and/or man-lift certification.
    • Experience leading maintenance projects or small teams.

Griswold Products - Griswold Products

In the Spring of 2023, Griswold Products was created when Mechanical Rubber acquired the GriswoldTM engineered rubber product line, adding a new chapter to the story of a well-respected, leading manufacturer in the rubber industry. The company remains in its historic location in Moosup, Connecticut.

Griswold LLC was originally established in 1949 and built a strong reputation as a solutions-based manufacturer, collaborating with customers on the most intricate design requirements and finding creative approaches to produce exactly what the customer needs. Industries served include aerospace, automotive, defense, fitness, footwear, industrial and recreation, providing solutions for vibration, shock absorption, sealing, non-skid and more. Materials are available in multiple thicknesses and widths, and we offer the ability to add textile and film substrates as required by specific applications.

At Griswold Products, our motto is “Advancing Technology to Meet Your Growing Needs” and now more than ever we are committed to find innovative solutions for to meet your design requirements.