Machine Repair Maintenance Technician

Autokiniton; Detroit (MI); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic family of automotive companies as a Journeyman Maintenance Technician. This full-time position offers an exciting opportunity to work on large metal stamping presses and robotic welding machines. With a focus on operational excellence, you will diagnose and repair malfunctioning machinery while collaborating with a dedicated team. Enjoy competitive wages, comprehensive benefits, and a strong commitment to work-life balance. This role not only supports your professional growth through training and advancement opportunities but also fosters a collaborative and inclusive work environment. If you're ready to take your career to the next level, this is the place for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

14 Paid Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

On-the-job Training

Growth Opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience working on large metal stamping presses and robotic welding machines.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and ability to diagnose electrical components.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair malfunctioning machines and electrical components.
• Inspect and replace worn or broken parts to ensure operational efficiency.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Problem-solving

Communication Skills

Electrical Components Diagnosis

Mechanical Repair

Robotic Welding (Fanuc)

Metal Stamping Presses

Education

Maintenance Tech Journeyman card

8 years of verifiable experience

Tools

Electrical Testing Equipment

Hand Tools

Job description

Journeyman Maintenance Technician

We are AUTOKINITON (pronounced auto-ken-i-TAHN).

AUTOKINITON is a Michigan-based family of automotive companies delivering operational excellence, high-quality execution, and customer service. We offer 100% vertical integration capabilities such as end-to-end engineering, manufacturing, and in-house logistics.

We’re proud of our Tier 1 supplier legacy for manufacturing propulsion-agnostic, structural automotive components, and assemblies around the globe.

This full-time role is a part of our Elkton team and reports to the Trades Supervisors.

Shift and Pay:

Hourly rate is $30.61

2nd shift - 3:30pm – 12am - $0.60/hr shift premium
3rd shift – 10:30pm – 7am - $0.75/hr shift premium

Job Summary:

• Diagnose malfunctioning machines such as transformers, motors, and lighting fixtures and replaces damaged or broken wires and cables.

• Diagnose and replace faulty electrical components of machines such as relays, switches and motors and positions sensing devices.

• Test malfunctioning machinery and discuss malfunctions with other personnel from affected departments including production, maintenance, and tool room to diagnose malfunctions.

• Dismantle machines and equipment to gain access to problem areas.

• Inspect and measure parts to detect wear, misalignment or other problems.

• Remove and replace worn or broken parts.

Required Experience:

• Working on large metal stamping presses.

• Working with robotic welding machines (Fanuc).

• Experience in a manufacturing environment working with steel, iron, aluminum, and other various metals.

• Maintenance Tech Journeyman card or 8 years of verifiable experience.

• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

• Proven written and verbal communication skills.

Why you’ll enjoy working here:

• Competitive Wages and Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with Company contribution match, and 14 paid holidays, including a bridge holiday in December.

• Work-Life Balance: Many of our Associates have stayed with us for 25+ years! It takes a good work-life balance to make it that far. We support your personal and professional priorities as they impact your well-being.

• Growth Opportunities: Take your career to the next level through tuition reimbursement programs, on-the-job training, learning management systems, and advancement opportunities from within our organization.

• Learning and Development: We empower all our Associates – from entry-level to senior-level – with the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in their current roles and beyond at AUTOKINITON.

AUTOKINITON promotes a dynamic and collaborative work environment for everyone.

AUTOKINITON is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. AUTOKINITON makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.