2nd Shift Maintenance Technician

H-E Parts; Berea (KY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Berea, Kentucky is seeking a dedicated individual for a full-time role in their manufacturing plant. The position involves executing production strategies, maintaining equipment, and ensuring safety compliance. Candidates should have experience in industrial maintenance and a technical background in electrical or mechanical technology. This role offers the opportunity to collaborate with a dynamic team and contribute to operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years industrial maintenance experience preferred.
• Knowledge of OSHA requirements and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Open and close factory securely and safely.
• Operate production-related equipment for troubleshooting.
• Perform preventative and predictive maintenance procedures.

Skills

Welding

Machining

Electrical Circuits

Troubleshooting

Hydraulic Systems

Pneumatic Systems

Education

Technical Education in Electrical/Electronics Technology

Tools

Microsoft Office

ERP System

Job description

Location:

Berea, Kentucky, United States

Job ID:

R0093099

Date Posted:

2025-05-12

Company Name:

HITACHI ASTEMO AMERICAS, INC.

Profession (Job Category):

Engineering & Science

Job Schedule:

Full time

Remote:

No

Job Description:

Summary:

Under the guidance of the department leadership, this role is responsible for executing production strategies and tactical plans at the Astemo Berea Plant. The position collaborates with the leadership team to establish priorities and objectives and ensures their effective implementation. This role supports production, while acting as a strategic partner to other departments across the organization. This role exercises independent judgment regularly while operating within established guidelines.

Essential Functions:

• Open and close factory securely and safely.
• Start / stop / operate facilities, utilities and production related equipment.
• Operate production-related equipment for the purposes of troubleshooting and equipment diagnostics.
• Maintain all facility assets, systems, structures & grounds in a safe and professional manner.
• Perform equipment emergency or breakdown repairs as instructed.
• Perform preventative and predictive related maintenance procedures as instructed.
• Perform equipment modification, rebuilds, overhaul and upgrades as directed.
• Identify, report and correct equipment deficiencies.
• Identify and report, equipment safety and/ or environmental related deficiencies.
• Relocation, fabrication, modification and / or repair of new or existing assets to meet the desired intent of the company.
• Conducts all duties in a safe and responsible manner.
• Knowledgeable of OSHA requirements and complies with these requirements.
• Completes documentation as required by the organization.
• Housekeeping and 5S responsibilities as directed.
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervision.

Knowledge, skills & abilities:

Must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Possess ability to perform duties utilizing current company software applications (including, but not limited to: Microsoft Office, Outlook, Teams, and current ERP system). Excellent interpersonal, organizational, verbal and written communication skills required. This position performs job duties in an ethical and professional manner.

• Basic knowledge and skills in welding and fabrication.
• Basic knowledge and skills related to machining.
• Strong knowledge and experience with electrical/electronic circuits, sensors, PLC, CNC and other control systems.
• Strong knowledge in the use of electrical meters, electrical schematics, and troubleshooting.
• Strong knowledge, operations and repair experience with pneumatic circuits, components and control systems.
• Strong knowledge, operations and repair experience with hydraulic circuits, components and control systems.
• Strong knowledge of industrial equipment safety requirements and systems.
• Ability to operate forklifts, booms and scissor lifts.
• Prefer individuals with a formal technical education in electrical / electronics technology, mechanical or maintenance technology.
• Prefer individual with a minimum of 2 years industrial maintenance experience.

Working Conditions:

• Required to sit or stand for long periods of time. The employee may occasionally lift/move up to 40lbs.
• Working in a manufacturing environment with exposure to office and laboratory areas.

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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