MAINTENANCE MECHANIC –GRISWOLD PRODUCTS,  MOOSUP, CT
Join a fast-paced rubber manufacturing team!
 Earn $26.00 per hour
Use your skills to keep production moving!
 Hands-on work with hydraulic, pneumatic & mechanical systems
 Full-time, day shift: Mon–Fri, 4 AM–1:30 PM
 2-3 years’ experience? Mechanical know-how? You're who we need!
 Safety-first, team-driven environment
 Career growth, steady hours, and hands-on challenges await
Apply today – make your mark in manufacturing!

• Troubleshoot, maintain, and repair mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems on rubber processing equipment such as extruders, mixers, and molding machines.
• Perform preventive maintenance tasks according to schedule to minimize unplanned downtime.
• Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns to support continuous production.
• Read and interpret mechanical diagrams, blueprints, manuals, and technical documents.
• Document all maintenance activities in logs or digital maintenance systems.
• Assist in the installation and startup of new equipment or modifications to existing systems.
• Collaborate with production, safety, and quality teams to ensure operational efficiency.
• Comply with safety regulations including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), machine guarding, and proper use of tools and PPE.
• Maintain an organized and safe work environment.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED required; technical/vocational training preferred.
• 3+ years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment; rubber or plastics industry experience is a plus.
• Solid knowledge of mechanical systems, hydraulics, pneumatics, and basic electrical troubleshooting.
• Proficient with hand and power tools; welding or fabrication experience is beneficial.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks.
• Comfortable with physical work, including lifting to 50 lbs. and working in industrial conditions (heat, noise, standing for long periods).

Preferred Skills:

• Forklift or man-lift certification.
• Strong communication and organizational skills

Griswold Products - Griswold Products

In the Spring of 2023, Griswold Products was created when Mechanical Rubber acquired the Griswold^TM 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.