Maintenance Technician

Overview:

TekWissen Group is a workforce management provider throughout the USA and many other countries in the world. The client below is a leading global automotive seating supplier, supporting all major automakers in the differentiation of their vehicles through superior quality, technology, and performance with more than $13 billion in sales in FY2021, The Client is a global leader in automotive

Purpose:

• This work instruction defines the role of the Maintenance Tech II who reports directly to and takes direction from the Maintenance Supervisor.
• Reports to: Maintenance Supervisor

Responsibility:

• Adequately train other techs to ensure they are performing up to standard.
• As a Maintenance Tech II you will be required to mentor other techs to ensure adherence to equipment standards and safety regulations.
• Assists maintenance supervisor in identifying deficiencies in training and development for team members.
• Maintain a clean, safe work environment.
• Consistently addresses good safety practices with team members and will take immediate action should there be any safety violations committed.
• Ensure all tools and equipment are in working order and that they are in place and used in a safe, efficient manner.
• Ensure consistent execution of job rotation through proper management and appropriate verification.
• Lead pre-production exercises, manage full-line rotation and 5S implementation.
• Inspecting and assessing the functionality of production equipment.
• Troubleshooting mechanical and electrical breakdowns.
• Operates power hand tools and other specialized electrical equipment.
• Fabricating parts for repairs and machine upgrades.
• Conducting routine maintenance and safety checks.
• Communicating with the production team and maintaining a clean work area.
• Preparing and submitting maintenance reports.
• Assist Maintenance Supervisor and Engineering as needed.
• Be able to learn and function all automated equipment.
• Lead your area in continuous improvement, while accepting full ownership for area responsibility.
• Demonstrate a positive approach and actively participate in various meetings.
• Inspect products to verify conformance to specifications and directs setup and adjustment of machines.
• Recommend and implement measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, and quality of product.
• Suggest changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase efficiency of shop, department, or work crew.
• Analyse and resolves work problems or assists team members in solving work problems.
• Work to maintain department KPI.
• Confer with other Supervisors to coordinate activities of individual departments.
• Support all Quality Improvement Team functions in a proactive manner, concentrating on elimination of internal and external customer concerns.
• Perform other duties as assigned
• To assist the Controls Engineer with troubleshooting issues on the equipment.
• To help improve Overall Equipment Efficiency by using innovative ways to improve processes and
• equipment.
• Works as a buffer between Controls and Maintenance to solve fewer complex issues with the automated equipment.
• Capable of solving more complex technical issues than a maintenance tech.
• Able to read and diagnose issues using electrical schematics.

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.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

REQUIREMENTS:

The following conditions will apply:

• Less than four (4) occurrences as of posting closing date.
• Must not have any active Corrective Actions beyond Verbal Warning as of posting closing date.
• Must be able to work overtime when necessary.
• A working knowledge of JIT processes and JTDS is essential.
• Some lifting of heavy objects is required (up to 30 lbs).
• Line and shift assignment is at the discretion of the Department Manager
• Be able to learn and function all automated equipment.
• Inspecting and assessing the functionality of production equipment.
• Troubleshooting mechanical and electrical breakdowns.
• Operates power hand tools and other specialized electrical equipment.
• Fabricating parts for repairs and machine upgrades.
• Conducting routine maintenance and safety checks.
• Communicating with the production team and maintaining a clean work area.
• Preparing and submitting maintenance reports.
• Assist Maintenance Supervisor and Engineering as needed.
• Performs basic PLC troubleshooting on automated systems, using ladder logic and relay logic, minus any editing of logic.
• Can understand and troubleshoot automation devices such as RFID, I/O modules, pneumatic valves, various sensors, VFD’s, etc.
• Works with vendors to solve issues and improve automated applications.
• Able to identify and understand all automation devices and hardware at an intermediate level.
• Is an expert at all tasks of a Maintenance Tech 1.
• Is proficient at Robotic functionality and troubleshooting.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

• Four (2-4) years of college or university program certificate in Mechatronics preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience

TECHNICAL SKILLS:

• Basic Electronics
• Test Equipment & Troubleshooting
• Pneumatics Technology Fundamentals
• Electrical-Mechanical Blueprint Reading
• Digital Electronics Basics
• Mechanical Systems
• Robot Operations, Handling Tool, & Programming
• Industrial Hydraulic Fundamentals
• PLC Basic Programming OR PLC Basic Programming-Allen Bradley
• Control Systems
• Industrial Networks, PLC Advanced Programming OR PLC Advanced Programming-Allen Bradley
• Microcontrollers With Robotic Application

COMMUNICATION SKILLS:

• The ability to accept constructive criticism in a positive fashion and demonstrate strong people skills while managing direct reports in a similar fashion.
• Must demonstrate respect and listening skills.
• Prospective candidates should be well-versed in the company handbook and local bargaining agreement in order that they keep people informed through good communication.

TekWissen® Group is an equal opportunity employer supporting workforce diversity.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

Salary : $25 - $30