3rd Shift Maintenance Technician

Corvac Composites, LLC; Kentwood (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Corvac Composites, LLC is seeking a skilled Machine Repair Technician to maintain and repair a range of plant equipment, including hydraulic trim presses, vacuum formers, robotics, extrusion lines, and air systems. The role requires a strong background in electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic schematics, plus welding capabilities.

The candidate will read and follow complex drawings and service manuals, perform preventive maintenance, and contribute to continuous improvements in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 5+ years of experience in machine repair or journeyman status.
• Experience with hydraulic trim presses, vacuum formers, robotic trim, extrusion equipment, air compressors, chillers and assembly equipment.

Responsibilities

• Interpret drawings/blueprints, schematics, service manuals and manufacturer specifications to install, modify, enhance and repair machines and equipment.
• Use PC/PLC knowledge and electrical schematics to troubleshoot and repair equipment.
• Read hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical schematics; perform MIG/TIG/oxy-acetylene welding for installation and repair.
• Start/restart machines after installations and repairs to ensure optimum operation.
• Troubleshoot equipment breakdowns across production lines (presses, formers, robotic trim, extrusion equipment, air systems, chillers, assembly lines).
• Train, mentor and assess other technicians; contribute to teamwork and knowledge transfer.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Email

Interpersonal skills

Hi-Lo Certification

Lean Manufacturing

Education

High school diploma or GED

Journeyman Machine Repair

Tools

Welding

Mills

Lathes

Cutting equipment

Metal shear and brake

Measuring tools

Drill tools

Job description

PURPOSE OF THIS POSITION

Maintain optimal utilization of plant equipment.

BACKGROUND REQUIRED

• High school diploma or GED
• Experience in machine repair of hydraulic trim presses, vacuum forming, robotic trim, extrusion equipment, air compressors, chillers and assembly equipment
• PLC troubleshooting, understanding electrical prints and schematics to facilitate repairs of equipment
• Ability to read, follow and understand electrical, mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic drawings, blueprints, schematics, service manuals and manufacturers’ specifications
• Ability to lift 50 pounds
• The ability to work at a height in excess of 60’
• Minimum 5 years of experience and related course work or Journeyman Machine Repair
• Must Be Able to Complete Machine Repair Competency Test

SPECIAL SKILLS

• Should have standard knowledge of Microsoft Office products and ability to use email functions on the computer.
• Should have standard knowledge of tools including, welding, mills, lathes, cutting equipment, metal shear and brake, measuring, and drill tools
• Ability to obtain Hi-Lo Certification
• Exposure to Lean Manufacturing principles
• Excellent interpersonal skills

PREFERRED COURSEWORK

• ABB robotics
• MN 116 Basic Welding
• MN 218 Pneumatics
• EL Control Systems (optional)
• MN 113 Mechanical Power Transmission (optional)
• MN 217 Hydraulics (optional)

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Use drawings/blueprints, schematic diagrams, service manuals, code manuals, and manufacturer’s specifications to mechanically install, modify, enhance and repair machines and mechanical equipment.
• Use basic PC/PLC knowledge and electrical schematics to troubleshoot and repair machines and mechanical equipment.
• Read and interpret hydraulic, pneumatic, machine manuals, and basic interpretation of electrical schematics.
• Perform MIG, TIG, and oxy/acetylene welding to install, modify, enhance, repair, and maintain business unit equipment and to fabricate and repair parts.
• Start/restart machines and mechanical equipment after installations, modifications, enhancements, and repairs to ensure optimal operation.
• Troubleshoot and repair breakdown of various equipment throughout production including but not limited to hydraulic trim presses, vacuum formers, robotic trim, extrusion equipment, air compressors, chillers and assembly equipment
• First responder to breakdowns including but not limited to: motors, circuits, switches, cylinders, valves, gauges, conveyors etc.

• Ability to train, teach, and assess other Machine Repair or Process Tech as required, working well, leading, and mentoring in a team environment.

• Continually increase technical knowledge and knowledge of alternative work through internal or external training classes and/or seminars.
• Address all machine-related and part quality issues, as well as all other issues, with co-workers and management personnel with accuracy, in a timely manner, giving updates and schedules as necessary.

• Complete appropriate paperwork, including machine documentation, panel documentation, and preventive maintenance records to ensure adequate documentation needed to enhance the elimination of equipment downtime.
• Document hours and work activity daily in record-keeping system—Maintenance Connection.
• Provide necessary, accurate, and timely feedback and communication to co-workers and management, including training and validating/appraising work as appropriate.
• Backup for the Process Tech role as needed.

• Consistently adhere to, and support, company policies and procedures, including ISO, IATF, and OSHA safety regulations.

• Not limited to and including any other maintenance job functions or other duties as assigned.

The following are some of the tools and/or products that may be required to perform the above-mentioned duties:

• Operate lathes, mills, plasma cutters and cutting equipment to fabricate/repair machine/mechanical equipment parts.

• Operate welding, metal shear and brake, and drill tools

Sunday-Thursday (Monday-Friday) 11pm-11am

40 hours per week plus overtime as needed