2nd shift Machine Repair Mechanic

millerknoll; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

MillerKnoll seeks a skilled maintenance technician to perform advanced mechanical breakdown and preventive maintenance on plant machinery. You’ll troubleshoot, repair, and document issues, collaborating with engineering and vendors on new equipment and setup.

You may lead others and ensure safe, efficient operation while supporting environmental initiatives and safety programs. A strong background in hydraulics, pneumatics, and machine control is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent education required.
• Three to five years of related work experience.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and ability to obtain forklift/aerial platform licenses.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced mechanical breakdown and preventive maintenance on plant machinery and equipment.
• Troubleshoot, repair and document breakdowns to improve uptime and changeover times.
• Collaborate with management, engineering and vendors on new machinery selection and setup.
• Lead or guide other employees as needed and provide direction in the work area.
• Maintain clean, safe work areas and ensure tools/equipment are properly stored.
• Support environmental and recycling efforts and safety training initiatives.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Machinery repair

Electrical systems

Hydraulic systems

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Three to five years of related work experience

Tools

Forklift operation

CNC

PLC control

Job description

Why join us?

If you’re looking for a fulfilling manufacturing career, you’ve come to the right place. At Geiger, we’re searching for dedicated manufacturing talent to support our business growth. We offer a competitive hourly wage, generous benefits that start on your first day, and endless possibilities for career growth.

Our purpose is design for the good of humankind. It’s the ideal we strive toward each day in everything we do. Being a part of Geiger means being a part of something larger than your work team, or even your brand. We are redefining modern for the 21st century. And our success allows Geiger to support causes that align with our values, so we can build a more sustainable, equitable, and beautiful future for everyone.

Work hours: 2pm - 10:30pm (Mon - Fri)

GENERAL PURPOSE

Performs advanced mechanical breakdown and preventive maintenance (PM) that includes inspection, repair, and revision of complex/sophisticated plant machinery/mechanisms and manufacturing equipment. Enhances/improves machine utilization to ensure process repeatability, uptime and reduce change over and set-up times. Performs breakdown maintenance by troubleshooting, repairing and documenting. Partners with management, engineering and vendors regarding new machinery/equipment selection, specifications, set-up and operator training. May act in a lead capacity and provide direction to other employees.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Actively participates and contributes to machine and process design and improvements.
• Aids in the design, assembly, and/or fabrication of all types of equipment and special machines.
• Contributes to plant layout to facilitate the moves, relocation, and installation of plant machinery and manufacturing equipment.
• Documents repair, set-ups, maintenance, PM and safety procedures to ensure equipment reliability, quality control and improve overall operation of equipment.
• Familiar with machine control systems including air logic, relay logic, computerized numerical control (CNC) and programmable logic control (PLC).
• Inspects, adjusts, programs, and repairs machinery/mechanisms and equipment according to work assigned. Responsible for mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic work on equipment.
• Ensures the working area, tools and equipment are maintained in a clean, organized and safe manner.
• Performs installation of, makes alterations to, and rebuilds plant machinery and manufacturing equipment.
• Recommends and is involved in systems and machine modifications with management and engineering.
• Recommends spare parts for inventory to provide equipment reliability.
• Required to operate all equipment necessary to perform the job.
• Works with Engineering, Production, and Quality to insure effective and timely machine changeovers and set-ups.
• Actively supports all environmental and recycling efforts including the disposal of hazardous materials.
• Adheres to all corporate and department safety guidelines and procedures. Attends and may conduct safety training classes to keep current.
• Performs additional responsibilities as requested to achieve business objectives.

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.

Education/Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent education required.
• Three to five years of related work experience.

Licenses and Certifications

• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Ability to obtain a forklift, aerial platform or other equipment operator’s license.

Skills and Abilities

Must be able to perform all essential duties of the position with or without accommodations.

Who We Hire?

Simply put, we hire qualified applicants representing a wide range of backgrounds and abilities. MillerKnoll is comprised of people of all abilities, gender identities and expressions, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, veterans from every branch of military service, and more. Here, you can bring your whole self to work. We’re committed to equal opportunity employment, including veterans and people with disabilities.

This organization participates in E-Verify Employment Eligibility Verification. In general, MillerKnoll positions are closed within 45 days and are open for applications for a minimum of 5 days.

MillerKnoll complies with applicable disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact MillerKnoll Talent Acquisition at [e-mail].