1st Shift Maintenance Technician

Nidec Minster Corporation; Minster (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Minster, A Nidec Press & Automation Co. in Minster, OH, is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to maintain, repair, and replace industrial equipment in a multifunctional manufacturing setting.

Responsibilities include mechanical and electrical system upkeep, troubleshooting of PLCs, and adherence to strict safety standards. The role requires an associates degree or equivalent, 3-5 years of experience, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in electronics or equivalent preferred.
• 3-5 years of maintenance experience in manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of electrical/electronics troubleshooting and installation techniques.
• Experience with hydraulic/pneumatic systems and machine controls.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Installs, maintains, and repairs mechanical systems and equipment.
• Troubleshoots electrical/electronic systems up to 480 V and related equipment.
• Works with PLC-based control systems and schematics.
• Ensures safety procedures are followed and hazards are mitigated.
• Collaborates with team to maintain a clean and safe work environment.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical repair

Industrial electricity

Safety awareness

Communication skills

Education

Associates degree in electronics

Tools

Siemens controls

Fanuc controls

Okuma controls

Job description

1st Shift Maintenance Technician

Minster, A Nidec Press & Automation Co., is an industry leader in the manufacture of material forming presses in the United States, is seeking a skilled individual to fill the role of Maintenance Technician at our Minster, Ohio facility. Minster develops, manufactures, and markets quality metal forming equipment and provides machining, fabrication and assembly services to a diverse customer base.

The candidate will be responsible for maintaining, repairing, and replacing industrial equipment and machinery used in a multifunctional manufacturing environment. Our facility is clean and well-lit, providing a comfortable and professional workspace. Come join the Minster Team!

Job Responsibilities

• Installs, maintains and repairs a broad range of mechanical systems and equipment including hydraulic, pneumatic, lubrication and power transmission systems.
• Must be able to troubleshoot and repair mechanical operating systems and equipment. May work alone with minimal supervision or other maintenance technicians.
• Installs, maintains and repairs a broad range of electrical and electronic systems up to 480 voltage and equipment.
• Must have thorough background in industrial electricity and knowledge of schematics, AC/DC systems, PLCs.
• Must be able to troubleshoot and repair electrically driven operating systems and equipment.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in electronics or like discipline preferred or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.
• 3-5 Years of experience preferred.
• Knowledge of electrical/electronics troubleshooting and installation techniques.
• Capable of performing mechanical repair or mechanical knowledge of machinery found in a manufacturing environment. Knowledge of hydraulics and pneumatics.
• Able to work effectively with minimum supervision.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Must work with a sense of urgency.
• Additionally, safety is our highest priority and safety procedures/guidelines must be adhered to at all times.
• Punctuality and attendance are extremely important to the success of the operations in general as well as contributing to an overall positive team atmosphere.
• Knowledge of Machine Controls.
• Experience with Siemens, Fanuc, Okuma controls.
• Physical Requirements: bending, stooping, kneeling, reaching, climbing ladders, must be able to lift up to 40 pounds.

An equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, M/F/D/V