CNC Maintenance Specialist

ASTEMO AMERICAS, INC.; Georgia; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

ASTEMO AMERICAS, INC. is seeking a CNC Maintenance Specialist to maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and improve CNC machining equipment in a high-volume manufacturing environment.

You will serve as a key technical resource, ensuring equipment reliability, minimizing downtime, and supporting quality objectives. The role requires strong mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic skills, plus CMMS documentation and safety discipline.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Technical training in Industrial Maintenance, Mechatronics, Automation, CNC Technology, or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of hands-on maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience troubleshooting CNC machining equipment.
• Experience measuring ball screw backlash and spindle runout.
• Strong mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic troubleshooting skills.
• Experience with PLCs, VFDs, and industrial control systems.
• Ability to read electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical manuals.
• Experience using precision measurement equipment and CMMS software.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on CNC machining centers, lathes, grinders, and automated production equipment.
• Troubleshoot spindle systems, servo drives, axis faults, tool changers, machine controls, and CNC-related alarms.
• Measure and adjust ball screw backlash, spindle runout, and machine alignment to maintain process capability.
• Troubleshoot PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, motors, sensors, robotics, and industrial control systems.
• Maintain hydraulic, pneumatic, lubrication, coolant, filtration, and fluid delivery systems.
• Troubleshoot automated loaders, gantries, conveyors, transfer systems, and robotic work cells.
• Maintain vision systems, barcode readers, sensors, and automated inspection equipment.
• Use CMMS software to document repairs, maintenance activities, and equipment history.
• Participate in root-cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Follow all safety requirements including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) and machine guarding standards.

Skills

CNC Maintenance

Troubleshooting

PLC Troubleshooting

Industrial Robotics

Preventive Maintenance

Mechanical Troubleshooting

Education

High school diploma

Technical training in Industrial Maintenance/CNC

Tools

CMMS software

CAD/Blueprints

Job description

Company Name: ASTEMO AMERICAS, INC. Job Family: Manufacturing & Operations Job Description: The name Astemo stands for Advanced Sustainable Technologies for Mobility, capturing our mission to create safe, sustainable, and comfortable mobility through cutting-edge innovation. Our goal is to contribute to a more advanced and sustainable society—and our people are at the core of making that possible. We believe in building a workplace where diverse backgrounds and experiences are valued, and where every employee has the opportunity to grow and contribute.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The CNC Maintenance Specialist is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, and improving CNC machining equipment and supporting automated manufacturing systems. This position serves as a key technical resource for ensuring equipment reliability, minimizing downtime, maintaining process capability, and supporting quality objectives in a high-volume manufacturing environment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on CNC machining centers, lathes, grinders, and automated production equipment.
• Troubleshoot spindle systems, servo drives, axis faults, tool changers, machine controls, and CNC-related alarms.
• Measure and adjust ball screw backlash, spindle runout, and machine alignment to maintain process capability.
• Troubleshoot PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, motors, sensors, robotics, and industrial control systems.
• Maintain hydraulic, pneumatic, lubrication, coolant, filtration, and fluid delivery systems.
• Troubleshoot automated loaders, gantries, conveyors, transfer systems, and robotic work cells.
• Maintain vision systems, barcode readers, sensors, and automated inspection equipment.
• Use CMMS software to document repairs, maintenance activities, and equipment history.
• Participate in root-cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Follow all safety requirements including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) and machine guarding standards.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Technical training in Industrial Maintenance, Mechatronics, Automation, CNC Technology, or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of hands-on maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience troubleshooting CNC machining equipment.
• Experience measuring ball screw backlash and spindle runout.
• Strong mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic troubleshooting skills.
• Experience with PLCs, VFDs, and industrial control systems.
• Ability to read electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical manuals.
• Experience using precision measurement equipment and CMMS software.

Preferred Qualifications

• 5+ years of CNC maintenance experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment.
• Experience with industrial robotics and automated production systems.
• Understanding of GD&T and precision machining processes.
• Journeyman certification or equivalent technical credentials.

Core Competencies

• CNC Machine Maintenance
• Servo Systems & Motion Control
• PLC Troubleshooting
• Industrial Robotics
• Mechanical Systems Repair
• Hydraulics & Pneumatics
• Electrical Diagnostics
• Precision Measurement
• Preventive & Predictive Maintenance
• Root Cause Analysis

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None

Physical Demands

Required to sit or stand and move about the facility. Occasional lifting of items not to exceed 50 lbs.

Work Environment

Combination of office and plant environment. Will be required to use safety glasses and wear steel toe shoes while performing specific tasks or while in specific manufacturing areas.

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)

Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, identity, disability, protected veteran status and national origin.

At Astemo, we're challenging the status quo with the power of diversity, inclusion, and collaboration. Our goal is to build an inclusive work environment that celebrates the differences of our employees. We want to ensure that every employee feels valued, respected and empowered. We don't just accept difference—we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on it for the benefit of our employees, our products, and our community. Astemo is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

At Astemo, innovation drives our passion for excellence. As a global leader in the mobility sector, we are dedicated to shaping the future through advanced technology, sustainable practices and a commitment to empowering our diverse team of talented individuals. We believe that our greatest asset is our people. With a rich legacy of pioneering breakthroughs and forward-thinking mindset, we continuously seek exceptional individuals who share our vision and ambition to redefine the mobility industry.

As you explore our website, we invite you to discover exciting career opportunities across various disciplines and regions. Whether you are an experienced professional or new graduate, there is a place for you to thrive and make a meaningful impact within our dynamic global community. Join us in driving innovation, shaping the future and unlocking new possibilities in the mobility industry. Your journey begins here at Astemo.

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