Machine Maintenance Associate

JTEKT MACHINERY AMERICAS CORPORATION; Arlington Heights (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Disability & Life Insurance

401(k) match

Bonus opportunity

Paid holidays & PTO

Job summary

JTEKT Machinery Americas Corporation in Arlington Heights, IL is seeking a Machine Maintenance Associate to install, repair, rebuild, and troubleshoot machine tools and automation equipment. This role supports engineering and field teams by resolving mechanical and technical issues and monitoring product quality.

Preferred candidates have a high school diploma, 1–3 years of maintenance or repair experience, CNC/PLC knowledge, and proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1–3 years of experience in maintenance or machine repair.
• Knowledge of CNC/PLC programming and metrology desirable.

Responsibilities

• Install, repair, and rebuild machine tools, systems, and automation equipment.
• Identify and resolve functional issues in demonstrations.
• Analyze issues to determine sources of mechanical/technical problems.
• Coordinate repairs, replacements, and corrective actions.
• Support field installations and trade shows; travel up to 10%.

Skills

Electrical knowledge

Mechanical knowledge

CNC programming

PLC programming

Metrology

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate or bachelor’s degree in industrial maintenance/engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

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The Machine Maintenance Associate installs, repairs, rebuilds, and troubleshoots machine tools and automation equipment. This role supports engineering and field teams by resolving mechanical and technical issues, monitoring product quality, and assisting with installations and trade shows.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, repair, and rebuild machine tools, systems, and automation equipment.
• Identify and resolve/repair any functional issues that occur with machines used for demonstration
• Analyze findings to determine the source of mechanical and/or technical issues with the full product line
• Coordinate repairs, replacements, and other corrective actions.
• Support field installations, technical requests, and trade show preparation.
• Perform other manufacturing and special-event duties as assigned.
• Travel up to 10%

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1-3 years of experience applying electrical and mechanical knowledge in a maintenance or machine repair environment.
• Working knowledge of close-tolerance machining, metrology, CNC and PLC programming, and field-installation documentation.
• Experience repairing or fabricating mechanical assemblies and servicing CNC equipment.
• Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in industrial maintenance and repair, engineering, or a related discipline.
• Experience with metal cutting CNC machine installation

Why Join the JTEKT Machinery Team

• Excellent benefits, including health insurance with low premiums and deductibles
• Company-paid Short- and Long-Term Disability and Basic Life & AD&D
• Bi-annual bonus opportunity
• Safe Harbor 401(k) match
• 10 paid holidays + 15 days of PTO to start (with more earned over time)
• Company culture focused on connection: annual sporting events, family events, holiday celebrations, and regular company updates with lunch
• Growth-focused environment with training and advancement opportunities
• Starting pay: $22.00 / hr., with offers based on experience, education, and qualifications