3rd Shift Maintenance Technician

Larry Radzely; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 44,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

401K Matching

Healthcare

Job summary

Top Echelon Software, LLC client in Grand Rapids, MI seeks a Maintenance Technician to ensure production equipment reliability in a fast-paced facility serving automotive components. You will troubleshoot, perform preventive maintenance, and minimize downtime to keep operations running safely and efficiently.

The role requires hands-on, detail-oriented individuals with 3+ years in industrial maintenance, mechanical/hydraulic and electrical/electronic skills, and experience with Keyence sensors.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in industrial manufacturing maintenance (mechanical/hydraulic and electrical/electronics).
• Experience in high-volume automotive manufacturing preferred.
• Experience troubleshooting Keyence SR barcode scanners.
• Familiarity with Keyence IV/IV2/IV3 vision sensors.
• Knowledge of changing the IP address of a technician's computer (preferred).
• Understanding of safety relays, safety interlocks, and machine safety.
• Experience troubleshooting light assembly mechatronics.

Responsibilities

• Identify causes of unexpected machine breakdowns.
• Repair machines quickly and efficiently.
• Perform preventive maintenance and service on machines.
• Clean and reinstall machine parts as necessary.
• Oil and lubricate moving parts for performance.
• Record and report damaged, worn, or broken parts.
• Install replacement parts for machines.
• Prepare reports documenting work performed.
• Maintain shop areas, tools, and supplies.
• Assist with new equipment additions or removals.
• Perform building and ground duties (e.g., basic plumbing and snow removal).
• Follow organization standards.

Skills

Industrial maintenance

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical maintenance

Hydraulic systems

Mechatronics

Safety compliance

Tools

Keyence SR scanners

Keyence IV/IV2/IV3 vision sensors

IP address configuration

Job description

Our Client is a rapidly growing manufacturing company specializing in high-quality plastic components for the automotive industry. They provide end-to-end solutions, from design and engineering to production and finishing, supporting leading global manufacturers. Known for their focus on precision, innovation, and operational excellence, they play a key role in enhancing vehicle interiors. With continued expansion and investment in advanced manufacturing capabilities, they are well-positioned for sustained growth.

The Maintenance Technician will be responsible for ensuring the reliability and efficiency of production equipment within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role focuses on troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and minimizing downtime to support continuous operations. The ideal candidate is hands-on, detail-oriented, and committed to maintaining high safety and performance standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Identify the causes of unexpected breakdowns of machines.
• Repair broken machines quickly and efficiently.
• Perform preventive maintenance and work order service on machines.
• Thoroughly clean machines and machine parts, removing parts and reinstalling as necessary.
• Oil and lubricate moving parts on machines to ensure effective performance.
• Record and report damaged, worn, or broken parts.
• Install replacement parts for machines.
• Prepare reports documenting work performed.
• Clean, organize, inventory, stock, and otherwise maintain shop areas, parts, tools, and supplies.
• May assist with new equipment being added or old equipment removed.
• Perform building and ground duties. Example - basic plumbing and snow removal.
• Follow organization standards.

Qualifications:

• 3+ years of proven industrial manufacturing maintenance experience, specifically in mechanical/Hydraulic and electrical/electronics. (Injection Molding Experience Preferred)
• Prior experience in high volume manufacturing, preferably in the automotive industry.
• Ability to use a computer to troubleshoot Keyence SR fixed mount barcode scanners.
• Ability to use a computer to troubleshoot Keyence IV, IV2, and IV3 vision sensors.
• Knowledge of changing the IP address of a technician's computer. (Preferred)
• Proven understanding of safety relays, safety interlocks, and functional machine safety.
• Proven experience with troubleshooting and repairing light assembly mechatronics.
• Ability to troubleshoot, adjust, and replace a wide variety of 24VDC sensors such as photo-eyes, Keyence fiber optic sensors, various Keyence laser sensors, proximity sensors, and Keyence color sensors.
• Troubleshooting and repair of 480VAC electrical equipment such as contactors, relays, starters, VFD's, and motors.

Location: South Grand Rapids, MI (Near Airport)

Shift: 3rd Shift (11PM to 7AM/Sunday Night - Friday Morning)

Salary: $32.00 - $33.00 Per Hour - Negotiable on Experience

Benefits: PTO, 401K Matching, Good Healthcare + More