Lead Mechatronics Reliability Technician

Mid-West Forging and Machining; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) match

PTO from hire

Vacation after 1 year

Job summary

Mid-West Forging and Machining is seeking a Lead Mechatronics Reliability Technician to keep critical plant equipment running. You’ll blend electronic diagnostics with mechanical know‑how across conveyors, presses, cranes, and robotics, performing troubleshooting, repairs, and preventive maintenance.

Expect growth through hands‑on testing and structured pathways from Maintenance Technician to Master Maintenance Technician.

Qualifications

• Experience: 4+ years in manufacturing as an Electrical Maintenance pro or Millwright/Industrial Mechanic.
• Education: High school diploma or GED preferred; Associate’s in Industrial Maintenance or accredited Millwright program preferred.

Responsibilities

• Dismantle, install, troubleshoot, repair and maintain mechanical/electrical controls on plant equipment.
• Install motors, drives, starters, I/O; trace shorts; measure/wire/ conduit; drill and pull wiring.
• Perform building maintenance; maintain plant electrical devices, compressed air, and natural gas systems.
• Execute PMs; follow safe work practices; keep precise logs and maintenance records.
• Install robots and assist with program changes; assist with lifting and wiring tasks.
• Follow lockout/tagout and NEC; read blueprints and schematics; basic welding as needed.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Millwright experience

Troubleshooting

Safety procedures

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate’s in Industrial Maintenance

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLCs

Industrial robots

VFDs

Welding equipment

Job description

Lead Mechatronics Reliability TechnicianYou keep plants moving. If blending mechanical know‑how with electrical diagnostics is your thing, read on.Why this roleWork across upsetters, shears, blasters, cranes, conveyors, extrusion presses, PLCs, and robotics.Own preventive maintenance and step into complex troubleshooting the moment production needs you.Grow from Maintenance Technician to Master through structured testing and hands‑on challenges.Your impact (day to day)Dismantle, install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain mechanical/electrical controls and devices on critical plant equipment.Install and service motors, drives, starters, and I/O; trace shorts; measure/cut/bend wire and conduit; drill and pull wiring.Perform building maintenance; maintain plant electrical devices, compressed air, and natural gas systems.Execute PMs; follow safe work practices; keep precise logs and maintenance records.Assemble machines and secure them to foundations/structures by bolting, welding, riveting, or other methods.Install robots and select operational programs; assist with lifts, positioning, and fastening of motors, conduit, and wiring.Handle minor fixes (fuses, light sockets, bulbs, switches); disassemble defective equipment, replace parts, and reassemble.Conduct basic, non‑load‑bearing welding; use cutting torches safely; keep tools and parts organized; keep the area clean.What you bringExperience: 4+ years in manufacturing as an Electrical Maintenance pro or Millwright/Industrial Mechanic.Education: High school diploma or GED preferred; Associate’s in Industrial Maintenance or accredited Millwright program preferred.Mechanical aptitude: Safe, confident use of tools and equipment.Communication: Clear verbal/written updates; detailed condition reporting; independent and team‑based work with appropriate supervision.Math: Proportions, percentages, area, circumference, volume; algebra and geometry.Digital fluency: Navigate self‑service tools, time clocks, and relevant systems.Preferred strengthsStructured troubleshooting: define issues, collect data, validate facts, and conclude; interpret complex technical instructions and variables.Elec‑Test and Multi‑Craft test completion (satisfactory); willing to rotate across shifts for full exposure.Use test instruments, schematics, and ladder logic to diagnose/repair; RSLogix/Allen‑Bradley PLC experience.ABB/Motoman/Fanuc robots preferred; assist with machine program changes.Install/troubleshoot motors, drives, starters, I/O; proficiency at 480V and 4160V; VFDs; panel building; schematics.Lockout/tagout and arc‑flash knowledge; apply NEC; bend conduit with minimal assistance.Competent with electrical test equipment; read and apply blueprints/electrical schematics.Welding principles and safe torch use; read gauges/dials; use levels and squares accurately.Career path and testingAll Maintenance and Master candidates complete in‑field evaluations (e.g., hydraulic pump rebuilds, electrical troubleshooting on live equipment, welding). A Ramsey Maintenance Test score above the 80th national percentile enables promotion from Maintenance Technician to Master Maintenance Technician.Role definitionsMaintenance Technician – MinimumSolid mechanical troubleshooting/repair in industrial settings; solid welding/fabrication.Basic grasp of industrial electricity.Advanced mechanical troubleshooting and repair capability.Working knowledge: basic arc welding, pipe fitting, schematics, hydraulics, pneumatics, industrial maintenance, rigging.Industrial electrical skills; proficiency with 480V, 4160V, PLCs, VFDs, panel building, and schematics.Diagnose/repair PLCs, hydraulics, pneumatics.Assist with equipment rebuilds; train other employees.Master Maintenance Technician – AdvancedIncludes all Maintenance Technician requirements plus:Journeyman‑level Millwright/Industrial Mechanic work in industrial environments.Advanced electrical skills; expert‑level troubleshooting.Assist with program changes; proficient in equipment rebuilds; train peers.Physical demandsStanding, walking, pushing, pulling, squatting, bending, reaching throughout shifts.Move materials using carts, dollies, cranes, and jacks; lift/move up to 25 lbs regularly.Climb ladders/stairs to 30+ ft; navigate narrow walkways, confined spaces, mezzanines.Work in variable temperatures; tolerate high noise and vibration.Adhere to PPE: hard hats, eye protection, ear plugs, and approved metatarsal/steel‑toe footwear.Comfortable in confined environments.Where you’ll workExpect proximity to heat, noise, debris, active conveyance systems, and significant floor/overhead traffic driving vibration and airborne particulates. Surfaces include paved and unpaved areas, active shipping lanes, and occasional standing water—situational awareness is vital.Pay and perksMaster Maintenance Technician: $40.80/hrMaintenance Technician: $35.70/hrFull‑time statusDay‑1 Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, AD&D, Life (with company‑paid components)401(k) with company matchPTO available immediately on hireTwo weeks paid vacation after 1 yearSupervisionNo supervisory responsibilities.Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, protected veteran status or disability.