Machine Technician

ZF; Marshall (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Incentive Plan

Paid Vacation

401k Plan

Health Care Benefits

Paid Holidays

Diversity culture

Community outreach activities

Job summary

ZF in Marshall, IL is seeking a skilled Machine Technician to perform preventative maintenance and repairs on automated assembly equipment including SMT lines, PLCs, and robotics. The role requires troubleshooting electrical and mechanical faults, fabricating basic parts, and ensuring safe operation on high-automation production cells.

Ideal candidates have hands-on experience with SMT processes, strong communication skills, and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision in a

Qualifications

• Experience with SMT equipment, screen printers and reflow processes.
• Ability to diagnose and repair electro-mechanical manufacturing equipment.
• Strong safety awareness and ability to work under minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance and down repairs on automated final assembly cells and related equipment.
• Troubleshoot electrical systems, locate shorts, and verify continuity and power.
• Fabricate non-precision parts using basic workshop tools as needed.
• Test and troubleshoot machinery to ensure operability and guide root cause analysis.
• Operate and maintain automated assembly cells, PLCs, coating and molding processes as required.

Skills

SMT equipment

Troubleshooting

Safety compliance

Independent work

Procurement

Electrical systems

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED + 3 years experience in electro-mechanical manufacturing equipment

AS technical degree in related field

Job description

Machine Technician

Country/Region: US

Location:

Marshall, IL, US, 62441

Req ID 91166 | Elec Op - Marshall, United States Capri USA Group, Inc.

Job Description

Responsibilities

• Apply basic electro-mechanical trouble shooting skills to perform preventative maintenance and equipment down repairs on final assembly process equipment (automated final assembly cells, Staubli & Adept robots, Allen Bradley, Omron and Keyence PLC's, automated screwdrivers, conveyor equipment and Grohmann overmold cells).




• Basic troubleshooting of electrical systems- locate shorts in wiring, use multimeter to check continuity, power and phases, use amp probe.




• Fabrication skills - Use mill, lathe, drill press to fabricate non-precision parts ie. scanner bracket.




• Conducts basic tests or analysis on production equipment to determine operability. Applies standard troubleshooting techniques to determine and correct for malfunctions.




• Capable of operating, troubleshooting, & performing maintenance on automated assembly cells, PLCs, coating equipment, screwdrivers, overmold & injection molding, etc.as required.

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of SMT equipment, screen printers, reflow overs and related processes.




• Strong communication skills (written and verbal).




• Discipline to observe all safety rules and work safely to avoid injury to themselves and others.




• Ability to act independently with minimal supervision.




• Ability to troubleshoot electro-mechanical equipment and make repairs.




• Parts and material procurement.




• High School Diploma or GED with 3 year’s experience installing, maintaining and repairing electro-mechanical manufacturing equipment. Equivalent – AS technical degree in related field

The company does not offer visa sponsorship for this role (e.g., H-1B, TN), and candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. without requiring sponsorship by the company now or in the future. This role also does not include any immigration-related support, including—but not limited to—being listed on government forms, providing documentation for work authorization, coordinating with universities, or participating in training plans or other procedures related to visa status (e.g., H-1B, TN, F-1 OPT/CPT, J-1, O-1, L-1, E-3, and any other status requiring employer sponsorship or immigration-related support). IF YOU REQUIRE ANY FORM OF VISA SPONSORSHIP OR ANY IMMIGRATION SUPPORT NOW OR IN THE FUTURE, PLEASE DO NOT APPLY.

Why you should choose ZF in Marshall, IL?

The expected base compensation for this role is $18.00 - $29.68 hourly. Actual base compensation within the identified range will vary based on factors relevant to the position.

What We Offer

• A supportive collaborative team environment




• Annual Incentive Plan




• Paid Vacation




• 401k Plan




• Health Care Benefits




• Paid Holidays




• A strong diversity culture




• Supportive Employee Groups and community outreach activities




• Develops and conducts machine operator training.




• Safe use of power tools as required.




• Makes effective technical decisions and communicates them to Maintenance, Engineering, Production and Management to support root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.




• Comply with and support the health, safety, and environmental programs, policies and procedures.




• Other duties as assigned.

Contact

Lee Johns

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DIVERSITY COMMITMENT:

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are more than just words for us. They are at the core of the ZF Way that propels our team members towards their utmost success. We strive to build and nurture a culture where inclusiveness is a natural reflex. We actively seek ways to remove barriers so that every member of ZF can rise to their full potential. We aim to embed this in our legacy through how we operate and build our products as we shape next generation mobility, safety, sustainability and social justice.

With four generations across 118 nationalities in 41 countries, ZF combines a unique variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and ideas. Together, we solve problems, drive innovation and shape next generation mobility.

Our company is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity and to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment with us and are in need of accommodation or special assistance to navigate our website or to complete your application, please contact us. Requests for reasonable accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. ZF is an Equal Opportunity and Affiant Action Employer and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran

What does DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion) mean for ZF as a company?

At ZF, we continuously strive to build and maintain a culture where inclusiveness is lived and diversity is valued. We actively seek ways to remove barriers so that all our employees can rise to their full potential. We aim to embed this vision in our legacy through how we operate and build our products as we shape the future of mobility.