Maintenance Technician

Maintenance Technician

Shift: 3rd shift, 10:50pm-7:00am

Pay: $28/hour + 10% shift premium + $30.80

Location: Rockford, MI

Job Description:

The Maintenance Technician will be responsible for installing, maintaining, modifying, and repairing a wide variety of injection molding and assembly machines along with other automated equipment. Must also be able to perform building maintenance.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Work with blueprints, schematics, SOP’s and machine manuals.

Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair a variety of molding and automated machinery using available technology.

Operate drill press, grinder, welding, and other maintenance equipment to fabricate or repair parts.

Ability to troubleshoot/diagnose Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) (preferred but not required).

Working knowledge of programming of PLCs a plus) (preferred but not required).

Perform troubleshooting on mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic equipment, and powered, electronically controlled robotic systems.

Ability to use precision measuring equipment and electrical testing instruments associated with a manufacturing setting.

Perform routine preventative maintenance functions per schedule.

Ability to maintain computer-based machine repair and PM records system.

Comply with OSHA and all safety practices in repair and installation.

Follow safety rules and keep work area in a clean and orderly condition.

Other tasks and duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Minimum two-year degree in Electromechanical Technology or equivalent work experience and training
• College or equivalent education including specialty certification for Hydraulics, pneumatics, and (or) electrical (required)
• At least 7 years' technical experience with plastic injection molding preferred, along with hands-on experience with raw materials, mold set-up, and troubleshooting skills for electric injection machines and auxiliary equipment
• Effective communicator, both written and verbal (English); good visual skills and reasoning ability
• Ability to maintain accurate records
• Ability to lift 55 lbs.
• Above basic math skills and reasoning ability
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to perform preventive maintenance functions
• Availability to work overtime and weekends as needed
• Ability to convert customer specifications to value added solutions

Skills/Knowledge:

• Knowledge of the seating and automotive industry is preferred
• Understanding of plastic injection molding, tooling and assembly process
• 80/20 mindset and understanding
• Qualified candidate will possess good work ethic, is reliable, self-directed, and dedicated to quality.
• Must enjoy a fast-paced environment
• Basic computer skills
• Team player who demonstrates the ability to relate to employees at all levels of the organization
• Self-starter
• Strong Mechanical aptitude

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