Gripper Technician: Automation & Maintenance

Martinrea; Springfield (TN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Safety shoe reimbursement

Prescription safety glasses allowance

Tuition reimbursement

Supplier discounts

Job summary

Martinrea is seeking a maintenance technician to troubleshoot and perform mechanical repairs on grippers, including preventative maintenance. The role requires reading work instructions, performing complex math, and maintaining automation systems to ensure high productivity.

You will work in a fast-paced, team-oriented plant environment with frequent interruptions and a focus on safety; travel and overtime may be required, and you must provide your own tools.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Past knowledge of press automation and robots a plus.
• Must take the mechanical aptitude test.
• Knowledge of IATF 1649; ISO 14001:2015; customer requirements.

Responsibilities

• PM all grippers and shovels.
• Check bolts for proper torques.
• Check proximity sensors and replace faulty ones.
• Rebuild gripper as needed.
• Check air lines for leaks and lubricate.
• Pressure wash grippers and maintain lines.
• Log work in data log book and communicate issues.
• Maintain spare parts inventory.
• Make continuous improvements on automation.
• Perform gripper adjustments in the press.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Robotics knowledge

Reading instructions

Math calculations

Own tools

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Own tools

Job description

Martinrea is seeking a maintenance technician to troubleshoot and perform mechanical repairs on grippers, including preventative maintenance. The role requires reading work instructions, performing complex math, and maintaining automation systems to ensure high productivity.

You will work in a fast-paced, team-oriented plant environment with frequent interruptions and a focus on safety; travel and overtime may be required, and you must provide your own tools.