Equipment Reliability Technician (Manufacturing)

CER Group NA; Rochester Hills (MI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Cer Group is seeking an Equipment Reliability Technician (Manufacturing) in Rochester Hills, MI, on a contract-to-hire basis. The role focuses on maximizing equipment reliability, safety, and regulatory compliance through preventive maintenance and timely repairs.

Responsibilities include planning PMs, diagnosing electrical and mechanical issues, procuring parts, and documenting work in the M4 CMMS. The ideal candidate has 1–2 years of electrical troubleshooting and strong recordkeeping skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1–2 years of electrical troubleshooting experience.
• Ability to operate forklift and overhead crane.
• Strong recordkeeping and basic computer skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 (Teams, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities.
• Effective time management with multiple priorities.
• Team-first collaborative work style.

Responsibilities

• Design, schedule, and execute preventive maintenance across daily/weekly/monthly/annual intervals.
• Repair and fabricate components to return equipment to optimal condition.
• Perform electrical troubleshooting (1–2 years’ experience) and mechanical diagnostics.
• Recommend and implement equipment repairs, upgrades, and improvements.
• Procure parts and coordinate external service technicians.
• Log all PM and corrective work in the M4 system with accurate records.
• Minimize unplanned downtime through proactive maintenance strategies.
• Support facility/building maintenance as needed.
• Apply lock-out procedures; uphold safety standards; keep the work area clean.
• Collaborate with molding manager or designee; learn under supervision.
• Exercise authority to stop the process if nonconforming or suspect material is identified.
• Assist with additional related projects and duties.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical diagnostics

Recordkeeping

Microsoft 365

Forklift operation

Overhead crane

Teamwork

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma

Tools

M4 CMMS

Job description

Equipment Reliability Technician (Manufacturing)Location: Rochester Hills, Michigan | Hire Type: Contract-to-Hire | Compensation: Approximately $25.00+ per hour (based on proven work history)Shift: 3rd (11:00 pm – 7:00 am). Initial training is conducted on 1st shift.Are you driven by uptime?Do you enjoy diagnosing issues others can’t see, staying organized with a CMMS, and preventing the unexpected? In this role, your mission is simple: maximize equipment reliability while keeping people safe and processes compliant.Your impactDesign, schedule, and execute preventive maintenance across daily/weekly/monthly/annual intervalsRepair and fabricate components to return equipment to optimal conditionPerform electrical troubleshooting (1–2 years’ experience required) and mechanical diagnosticsRecommend and implement equipment repairs, upgrades, and improvementsProcure parts and coordinate external service techniciansLog all PM and corrective work in the M4 system with accurate recordsMinimize unplanned downtime through proactive maintenance strategiesSupport facility/building maintenance as neededApply lock-out procedures rigorously; uphold all safety standards; keep the work area cleanCollaborate with and learn under the molding manager or designeeExercise the authority to stop the process if nonconforming or suspect material is identifiedAssist with additional related projects and dutiesWhat you need to succeedHigh school diploma or equivalent1–2 years of electrical troubleshooting experienceDemonstrated machine and building maintenance capabilitiesAbility to operate a forklift and an overhead craneStrong recordkeeping and basic computer skillsProficiency in Microsoft 365 (Teams, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Word)Excellent interpersonal and communication abilitiesEffective time management with the ability to juggle multiple prioritiesTeam-first approach; collaborative work styleProfessional demeanor and ethical judgment; able to manage confidential informationPhysical demands & environmentAbility to walk, sit, stand, climb; use hands to handle tools/controls; reach with arms/hands; balance, stoop, twist, bend; talk and hearLift and/or move up to 55 lbsVision requirements: close, distance, color, peripheral, depth perception, and focusModerate noise level typical of a manufacturing settingSecurity & complianceA successful candidate will be subject to a background check and must receive satisfactory results of the same, as a condition of joining the team.Take the next stepIf this challenge resonates with you, apply with confidence and attention to detail—your accuracy helps us move quickly and fairly.