3rd Shift Maintenance Technician Trainee

Thai Summit America; Howell (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Thai Summit America is seeking a Skilled Trades Trainee for the 3rd shift to maintain production equipment, perform emergency repairs, install or modify machines, and support continuous improvement initiatives.

The role covers preventive maintenance, hands-on troubleshooting of electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, robotics and PLCs, and collaboration with engineering and quality teams. Strong paperwork and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required or equivalent.
• Basic knowledge in electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, robotics and PLCs.
• Experience in machine maintenance and preventive maintenance preferred.
• Enrolled in or completed skilled trades trainee coursework or program.

Responsibilities

• Perform emergency repairs of machine and equipment during production
• Perform Preventive Maintenance on machine/equipment
• Work on new machine/equipment
• Provide support in supplying quality parts for customers
• Collaborate with Production Engineering, Quality Assurance and Production
• Complete and submit required paperwork in a timely manner

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Electrical

Hydraulic

Pneumatic

Robotics

PLC

Automation

Maintenance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Skilled trades trainee program enrollment/completion

Job description

Thai Summit America is seeking a Skilled Trades Trainee for the 3rd shift to maintain production equipment, perform emergency repairs, install or modify machines, and support continuous improvement initiatives.

The role covers preventive maintenance, hands-on troubleshooting of electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, robotics and PLCs, and collaboration with engineering and quality teams. Strong paperwork and teamwork are essential.