General Maintenance Technician

IAC International Automotive India Pvt. Ltd.; Alma (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

IAC International Automotive India Pvt. Ltd.

in Alma, Michigan is seeking a General Maintenance Technician to maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and perform preventive maintenance on manufacturing equipment and facility systems to ensure safe, efficient production. You will support injection molding machines, paint lines, assembly and robotics, and will work independently with strong mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 3 years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Experience maintaining injection molding equipment and auxiliary systems preferred, but not required.
• Strong troubleshooting skills in mechanical, electrical, hydraulics, pneumatics, and automation systems.
• Experience using hand tools, power tools, precision measuring instruments, and maintenance diagnostic equipment.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair manufacturing equipment, including injection molding machines.
• Perform scheduled preventative maintenance to minimize downtime.
• Respond promptly to machine and equipment breakdowns.
• Install, modify, repair, and maintain mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Read electrical schematics, blueprints, technical manuals, and equipment drawings.
• Troubleshoot motors, drives, sensors, relays, PLC-controlled equipment, and automated systems.
• Repair or replace defective mechanical components such as bearings, belts, pumps, valves, gears, cylinders, and actuators.
• Perform welding, fabrication, and machining as required.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, PM documentation, and work orders.
• Assist with equipment upgrades, installations, and process improvement projects.
• Ensure compliance with company safety policies, environmental regulations, and Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures.
• Maintain housekeeping standards in maintenance areas and throughout the facility.
• Work flexible schedules, including overtime, weekends, and emergency call-ins.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical troubleshooting

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

Automation equipment

Reading schematics

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Precision measuring instruments

Maintenance diagnostic equipment

Job description

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General Maintenance Technician

Department: Maintenance
Reports To: Maintenance Supervisor/Manager
Location: Alma, Michigan
Status: Full-Time

Position Summary

The General Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, and performing preventative maintenance on manufacturing equipment and facility systems to ensure safe, efficient, and uninterrupted production operations. This position supports injection molding machines of various tonnage ranges, automated paint line systems, assembly and secondary equipment, robotics, material handling systems, and facility infrastructure.

The ideal candidate possesses strong mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic troubleshooting skills and can work independently to diagnose and repair equipment issues while maintaining a safe work environment.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair manufacturing equipment, including:
  • Injection molding machines of varying tonnage capacities
  • Automated paint line equipment
  • Assembly line and secondary operation equipment
  • Auxiliary processing equipment
• Perform scheduled preventative maintenance (PM) activities to minimize downtime and maximize equipment reliability.
• Respond promptly to machine and equipment breakdowns.
• Install, modify, repair, and maintain mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, technical manuals, and equipment drawings.
• Troubleshoot motors, drives, sensors, relays, PLC-controlled equipment, and automated systems.
• Repair or replace defective mechanical components such as bearings, belts, pumps, valves, gears, cylinders, and actuators.
• Perform welding, fabrication, and machining tasks as required.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, PM documentation, and work orders.
• Assist with equipment upgrades, installations, and process improvement projects.
• Ensure compliance with company safety policies, environmental regulations, and Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures.
• Maintain housekeeping standards in maintenance areas and throughout the facility.
• Work flexible schedules, including overtime, weekends, and emergency call-ins as required.
  

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 3 years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Experience maintaining injection molding equipment and auxiliary systems preferred, but not required.
• Strong troubleshooting skills in:
  • Mechanical systems
  • Electrical systems
  • Hydraulics
  • Pneumatics
  • Automation equipment
• Experience using hand tools, power tools, precision measuring instruments, and maintenance diagnostic equipment.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  

Physical Requirements

• Frequently stand, walk, bend, reach, climb, and kneel throughout the shift.
• Lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly and more with assistance when required.
• Work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to machinery, noise, heat, and moving equipment.
• Ability to work at heights and in confined spaces when necessary.
  

Core Competencies

• Safety Focused
• Preventative Maintenance Expertise
• Mechanical Aptitude
• Electrical Troubleshooting
• Problem SolvingAttention to Detail
• Reliability and Dependability
• Teamwork and Communication
• Continuous Improvement Mindset

Work Environment

This position works in a fast-paced automotive manufacturing facility supporting injection molding operations, automated paint systems, assembly operations, robotics, and associated production equipment. The technician plays a critical role in maintaining equipment uptime and supporting production goals related to safety, quality, delivery, and cost.