Industrial Maintenance/Forklift Mechanic
Conveyor Concepts · Coopersville, MI, US
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About the role
Industrial Maintenance/Forklift Mechanic
Conveyor Concepts of Michigan (CCMich) | Coopersville, MI
Conveyor Concepts of Michigan (CCMich) is a growing, engineer-driven manufacturing company that designs and builds custom material-handling systems. Our equipment, facilities, and fleet play a critical role in supporting production, and we are looking for an experienced Industrial Maintenance Coordinator to take ownership of keeping them running safely and efficiently.
This position is responsible for coordinating and performing maintenance activities across our manufacturing facility, equipment, vehicles, and material handling fleet. This is a department-of-one role that requires strong initiative, communication, organization, and troubleshooting skills.
If you are someone who takes pride in identifying problems before they become emergencies, enjoys building systems and organization, and prefers working independently while partnering closely with department leaders, this could be a great fit.
Important to Know Before Applying
This is not a maintenance role where work orders are handed to you all day.
You will be expected to:
- Take ownership of the maintenance department
- Prioritize and manage maintenance activities independently
- Coordinate maintenance work with department managers to minimize disruption
- Develop and maintain preventive maintenance schedules and records
- Communicate proactively regarding equipment issues, repairs, and downtime
- Coordinate outside vendors when specialized repairs or inspections are required
You will work with a wide variety of equipment and systems, including:
- Forklifts (electric and propane)
- Company vehicles and trailers
- Manufacturing equipment
- Plasma tables
- Industrial saws
- Welding equipment
- Air compressors
- Scissor lifts
- Powder coat and wet coat air makeup units
- Building systems and facility infrastructure
Why You'll Like Working Here
- Stable, full-time schedule
- Day shift only
- No mandatory weekends
- Safety-first culture
- Hands-on leadership team
- Small-business environment where your work has a visible impact
- Monthly catered lunches
- Free snacks and drinks daily
- Strong focus on long-term employment and team stability
Schedule
Monday – Friday
6:00 AM – 2:30 PM (hours can be somewhat flexible)
6:00 AM – 2:30 PM (hours can be somewhat flexible)
Pay & Benefits
Pay Range: $28.00 – $32.00 per hour (based on maintenance experience, troubleshooting ability, equipment repair skills, and preventive maintenance program experience)
Benefits Include:
- Health, dental, vision, life, short- and long-term disability insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Paid Time Off based on years of service
- 9 paid holidays
- Annual bonus opportunities
- Employee Assistance Program
- Safety shoe reimbursement
- Prescription safety glasses
- Clothing discounts and tool loan program
Key Responsibilities
Equipment Maintenance & Repair
- Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain manufacturing equipment
- Diagnose mechanical and electrical issues and implement corrective actions
- Perform routine maintenance on equipment to minimize downtime
- Coordinate specialized repairs with outside vendors when necessary
- Verify equipment operation following repairs
Fleet & Material Handling Equipment
- Perform maintenance and repairs on propane and electric forklifts
- Maintain company vehicles, golf carts, and other mobile equipment
Preventive Maintenance & Documentation
- Maintain preventive maintenance schedules
- Track completed maintenance activities and equipment history
- Document repairs, breakdowns, fixes, and recurring issues
- Identify opportunities to improve equipment reliability and maintenance efficiency
Communication & Coordination
- Communicate with department managers regarding upcoming maintenance work
- Coordinate maintenance timing to minimize production disruptions
- Provide status updates on repairs, downtime, and maintenance priorities
- Work collaboratively with supervisors and employees across departments
Facility Maintenance
- Maintain building systems and general facility infrastructure
- Support ongoing improvements to the facility and maintenance systems
What We're Looking For
- 5+ years of industrial maintenance experience required
- 2+ years experience repairing and maintaining electric and propane forklifts required
- Experience maintaining manufacturing equipment and facility systems
- Experience performing vehicle and trailer maintenance
- Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills
- Working knowledge of industrial electrical systems, including 480V equipment
- Strong organizational and documentation skills
- Ability to prioritize work independently with minimal supervision
- Experience coordinating vendors and outside contractors
- High school diploma or GED
- Valid driver's license required
This Role Is a Great Fit If You:
- Take ownership and pride in your work
- Prefer managing your own priorities rather than waiting for direction
- Enjoy troubleshooting and solving problems
- Communicate effectively with both production employees and leadership
- Want to make a visible impact on the success of a growing company
This Role Is Likely Not a Fit If You:
- Prefer highly structured environments with constant direction
- Dislike documentation, planning, or preventive maintenance activities
- Prefer working on only one type of equipment
- Are uncomfortable coordinating with multiple departments and vendors
- Want a role focused solely on emergency repairs
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