Machine Repair Maintenance Technician Elkton, MI

Autokiniton Global Group; Michigan; On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in automotive manufacturing is seeking a Journeyman Maintenance Technician to join their dedicated team. This full-time role involves diagnosing and repairing various machines, including large metal stamping presses and robotic welding machines. The ideal candidate will possess strong troubleshooting skills and a Journeyman Maintenance Technician card or equivalent experience. With a commitment to operational excellence and a supportive work environment, this company offers competitive wages, comprehensive benefits, and numerous growth opportunities. If you are passionate about maintaining high-quality machinery and contributing to a collaborative team, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

14 Paid Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

On-the-Job Training

Learning Management Systems

Career Advancement Opportunities

Work-Life Balance Support

Qualifications

• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills are essential.
• Journeyman Maintenance Technician card or equivalent experience required.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair malfunctioning machinery and electrical components.
• Inspect and measure parts to detect wear or misalignment.
• Collaborate with other departments to discuss malfunctions.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Problem-solving

Communication Skills

Maintenance Tech Journeyman card

Experience with large metal stamping presses

Robotic welding machines (Fanuc)

Education

Journeyman Maintenance Technician certification

8 years of verifiable experience

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 malfunction with personnel from other affected departments including production, maintenance, and tool room to diagnose malfunction.

• 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! 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 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.

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