Repair Maintenance Technician (HDR)

Samtec Inc; Penang; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Samtec Inc. is seeking a hands-on Maintenance Technician in Penang to coordinate preventive maintenance with production and minimize downtime, aiming for 90% on-time delivery.

You will support engineering on equipment upgrades, perform light machining and basic electrical repairs, and manage tooling and parts inventory. The role requires 3–5 years in a technical/manufacturing environment, with vision 20/40, and the ability to read blueprints and PLCs.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years in a technical or manufacturing setting.
• Ability to read product blueprints and electrical schematics.
• Experience with PLCs, sensors, and basic automation is a plus.
• Proficient in MS Office and able to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate PM tasks with manufacturing to minimize downtime and maintain 90%+ on-time delivery.
• Support maintenance or engineering on equipment upgrade projects.
• Perform light machining and basic electrical repairs as needed.
• Assemble, debug, and maintain tooling; troubleshoot tooling issues.
• Order and manage purchased tooling and replacement tools.

Skills

Reading blueprints

Electrical systems

Machining basics

Proximity sensors

PLC troubleshooting

Soldering

MS Office

Multi-tasking

Independent worker

Education

High school diploma

Electrical or Mechanical/Engineering degree

Tool & Die or Electrical Journeyman/Certification is a plus

Tools

PLC programming

Servo motors

Production cameras

Soldering tools

Job description

Description

• Coordinate assigned PM tasks with manufacturing to minimize machine downtime while maintaining a minimum of 90% OTD.
• Support Maintenance Supervisor or Engineering on projects related to equipment and/or equipment upgrades.
• Occasionally perform light machining and basic electrical controls repairs.
• Utilize Solution Center Tools Level 1 to communicate manufacturing issues that cannot be resolved on the production floor.
• Assemble and debug new tooling.
• Troubleshoot and maintain current tooling.
• Order and maintain purchased tooling, replacement tools and additional capacity.

Essential Functions/ Responsibilities

• Coordinate assigned PM tasks with manufacturing to minimize machine downtime while maintaining a minimum of 90% OTD.
• Support Maintenance Supervisor or Engineering on projects related to equipment and/or equipment upgrades.
• Occasionally perform light machining and basic electrical controls repairs.
• Utilize Solution Center Tools Level 1 to communicate manufacturing issues that cannot be resolved on the production floor.
• Assemble and debug new tooling.
• Troubleshoot and maintain current tooling.
• Order and maintain purchased tooling, replacement tools and additional capacity.

Required Experience

• 3-5 Years' Experience in a Technical or Manufacturing environment.
• Must have 20/40 correctable vision.
• Experience as maintenance or equipment technician.
• Experience reading product blue prints.
• Electrical experience including, but not limited to, proximity sensors, servo motors, production cameras, programming and troubleshooting PLC's is a plus.
• Tool and Machine background including experience in basic machinist skills, general die mechanics and bench work, and soldering, is a plus.
• Familiar with MS Office applications (PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Must be able to handle multiple tasks and work independently.
• Must be able to sit/stand for at least 90 consecutive minutes, and not suffer from any sensory deprivation and/or paralysis of the limbs.
• Not suffering from any sensory deprivation and/or paralysis of the limbs.
• Lifting Requirements: Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds from floor to waist.
• Hazards and Atmospheric Conditions: Must be willing to adhere to department safety rules and regulations. May be exposed to noise (required to wear protective gear). May be exposed to Hazardous Materials & Chemicals (required to wear safety glasses and other protective gear).
• CPR/First Aid/AED training

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• 2-Year or 4-Year Electrical or Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering/Technical Degree is preferred.
• Tool & Die or Electrical Journeyman/Certification is a plus.
• Experience can be used to supplement or replace educational require

SAMTEC, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to creating a diverse environment. All employment decisions at Samtec are based in business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, pregnancy or parental status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender and/or gender identity/expression, marital status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws. Privacy Policy: https://www.samtec.com/about/legal/#privacyrightspage