Machine Maintenance Tech - AMT

Zenix Aerospace Inc; Arlington (WA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Savings Account

Basic Life Insurance

Voluntary Life Insurance

Long-term Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

401k

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Zenix Aerospace AMT/Damar in Arlington, WA is seeking a skilled Machine Maintenance Tech to diagnose, repair, and maintain CNC machinery, ensuring peak production readiness. The role requires strong CNC control knowledge and the ability to work in a team environment on 1st shift.

Responsibilities include advanced diagnostics, planning maintenance, and coordinating with contractors. Preferred candidates have a 2-year technical degree and 5+ years of experience in machine maintenance or OEM field

Qualifications

• In-depth understanding of CNC controls (FANUC, Siemens, Mitsubishi, Mazatrol) and ladder logic.
• Ability to repair automatic tool changers, pallet changers, ball screws, axis bearings, and spindle components.
• Knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems; able to read blueprints and electrical/hydraulic diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced preventive and predictive maintenance inspections and tasks.
• Diagnose and repair CNC machines to ensure production readiness.
• Provide troubleshooting/diagnostics for mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Plan and sequence maintenance work, order parts, and stage tools/equipment.
• Maintain records of maintenance in MVP Plant software.
• Oversee contractors and train technicians in preventive maintenance.

Skills

CNC controls

Troubleshooting

Blueprint reading

Mechanical basics

Teamwork / communication

Education

Two-year degree or certificate

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Makino

Starrag

Mazak

Handtmann

Bavius

Okuma

Mori Seiki

Chiron

Modig

Job description

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Machine Maintenance Tech - AMT

Full Time Arlington, WA, US

6 days ago Requisition ID: 1208

Salary Range: $38.50 To $56.25 Hourly

Company Description:

We are a manufacturer of structural parts for the leading original equipment manufacturers (OEM's) in the large business and regional jet markets. Our experience and capabilities span multiple segments of an aircraft, including the engine pylon, struts, wing box, wings, wheel well, and the interior. Our success is based on utilizing proprietary manufacturing techniques to manufacture high quality complex parts through cost effective production.

Given its breadth of capabilities and strong customer relationships, we have substantial content on the aviation industry's most popular aircraft.

Job Description:

* This position offers level 1 - Journey Lvl. Wage scale provided reflects level 4 - Journey Lvl.

Machine Maintenance Technician 4 has the ability to diagnose and repair most all aspects of vertical, horizontal and 5-axis CNC machines, and the ability to help maintain other plant support equipment to keep them at a peak level of performance for production readiness.

What will my responsibilities include?

• Perform advanced preventive and predictive maintenance inspections and tasks
• Check and adjust flatness, level/alignment of machine beds, linear and rotary axis tool and pallet changers
• Perform advanced troubleshooting/diagnostics on equipment mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and CNC control systems
• Determine appropriate corrective action including needed repairs, overhaul, rebuild, including all parts and supplies required
• Perform & observe an operational check to ensure problem has been corrected.
• Demonstrate ability to plan and sequence work including ordering required parts and staging necessary tools and equipment
• Determine and/or develop maintenance procedures when documentation is not available and devise and make tools/equipment to facilitate work
• Maintain accurate and timely records of maintenance work performed in MVP Plant maintenance software
• Perform equipment lockout procedures for all machines and equipment when repairs are being performed
• Able to work in a team environment which includes assisting others in completion of tasks, giving and receiving feedback
• Ability to help train fellow machine maintenance technicians and operators in preventative maintenance tasks.
• Oversee work done by various outside contractors hired to do repairs on machines
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What key skills and experience do I need?

• In depth understanding of CNC controls such as FANUC, Siemens, Mitsubishi, Mazatrol, etc., including ladder logic.
• Ability to repair automatic tool changers, pallet changers, ball screw & axis support bearing replacement, machine alignment and spindle cartridge replacement.
• Advanced understanding of mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical systems.
• Able to read Blue-prints, electrical schematics and hydraulic diagrams, and understands the application of technical documents such as machine/equipment manuals and safety documentation
• Understanding of 5-axis kinematics
• Ability to perform or learn metrology tasks such as Renishaw ball bar, and laser inspections/adjustments.
• Demonstrates a good attitude toward work and arrives on time for start of shift
• Follows instructions and demonstrates strong attention to detail
• Communicates well verbally and in writing
• Possess good interpersonal, listening, and participation skills including ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees
• Knowledge of appropriate safety practices and techniques
• Good manual dexterity and ability to use hand and power tools
• Strong skills and aptitude in math
• Ability to competently use and understand testing equipment such as multi-meter
• Ability to obtain a license to operate forklifts, scissor lift or other support equipment as needed.

Qualifications:

Preferred:

• 5+ years experience as a Machine Maintenance Technician or OEM Field Service Engineer (FSE)
• Experience with Makino, Starrag, Mazak, Handtmann, Bavius, Okuma, Mori Seiki, Chiron or Modig machines preferred
• A two-year degree, diploma or certificate from an accredited vocational or technical institute, or technical military training, or mechatronic training is helpful. High school graduate or GED required
• Ability to use MS Windows-based computer programs and communicate through company email.

Due to compliance with U.S. export control laws and regulations, candidate must be a U.S. person, which is defined as, a U.S. citizen, a U.S. permanent resident, or have protected status in the U.S. under asylum or refugee status.

Physical Demands:

• Lifting up to 40 pounds
• Regularly standing and walking throughout the workday
• Must be able to bend, stoop, squat, crouch, kneel, crawl and lie down, lift; carry various weights, push/pull, reach, sit, walk, stand, balance, climb stairs, ladders and lifts and mobile equipment. Work above (4) feet when required. Operate foot controls
• Use of computer keyboard and mouse
• The Machine Maintenance Worker works in the machine shop environment throughout the workday; this environment may include exposure to noise, dust, fumes, vapor from coolant, etc.
• Possible skin and inhaled contact with various sealants, paints, adhesives, and other chemicals may occur, as well as possible skin and inhaled contact with chemicals used to run CNC machines or clean manufactured parts, including solvents and MEK
• Industry standard safety equipment is provided by the Company, and specific notice is posted in areas where safety equipment is required
• Safety training is required and provided by the Company in accordance with applicable law, industry standards, and Company policy

Why join Zenix Aerospace AMT/Damar?

We are committed to continuous sustainable growth through superior customer satisfaction. We are dedicated to operating in an ethical, safe, and environmentally responsible manner while providing a rewarding work environment for our employees. Our mission is supported by a culture of teamwork, continuous improvement, and strategic technology investments.

Salary Offering:$38.50 per hour to $56.25 per hour

M-TH, 6:00am - 4:30pm

Zenix Aerospace AMT/Damar offers eligible employees (and eligible family members):

• Health Savings Account
• Basic Life Insurance
• Voluntary Employee, Spouse or Child Life Insurance,
• Long-term Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program

Eligible employees are also offered 401k, PTO, 80 hours of paid holiday per calendar year, and other compensation (as applicable).

Zenix Aerospace AMT/Damar is an equal opportunity employer.