Maintenance Journeyman

Meridian Lightweight Technologies Inc.; Eaton Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) + matching

Sign on bonus up to $3,000

Dental + Vision insurance

Employee assistance program

Employee/ partner discounts

Flexible spending account

Health + life insurance

Health savings account

Paid time off

Professional development assistance

Employee incentive programs

Retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Meridian Lightweight Technologies is seeking a Maintenance Technician to repair, maintain, and improve die cast production equipment including presses, robots, furnaces, CNCs, and related systems.

You will read prints, troubleshoot hydraulic, electrical, and pneumatic systems, read schematics, and work with Allen-Bradley PLCs and robotics. Weekend hours may be required; safety and continuous improvement are emphasized.

Qualifications

• Ability to work extended hours including weekends.
• Ability to manage daily priorities and task accomplishment.
• Ability to work independently with limited direction.
• Ability to become certified by MPA as a fork truck driver.
• Ability to become certified by MPA as a overhead crane operator.
• Ability to coordinate team activities.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both oral and written.
• Fluent in English.
• Journeymen's Card.

Responsibilities

• Safe working environment achieved and maintained.
• Demonstrate a good, systematic, and logical approach to trouble-shooting problems.
• Demonstrate a good working knowledge of hydraulic theory.
• Demonstrate a good working knowledge of electrical theory.
• Demonstrate a good working knowledge of pneumatic theory.
• Demonstrate the ability to read and understand various prints, schematics, and drawings.
• Demonstrate a good working knowledge of Allen-Bradley PLC's (5, SLC500, 5000).
• Demonstrate a good working knowledge of Motoman and ABB Robots (Trouble-shoot and programming)
• Demonstrate a good working knowledge of rigging, and the use of heavy lifting equipment.
• Demonstrate the ability to perform general fabrication and welding proficiently.

Skills

Forklift certification

Overhead crane operator

Team coordination

Effective communication

Fluent English

Journeyman's Card

Independence/work independently

Education

Journeyman's Card

Overhead crane operator certification

MPA forklift certification

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLCs (5, SLC500, 5000)

Motoman robots

ABB robots

Job description

Company Overview

Meridian Lightweight Technologies is a global leader in lightweight manufacturing, dedicated to fostering a culture of creativity and innovation. Our commitment to employee empowerment and engagement ensures that every team member can achieve their full potential in an inclusive and collaborative environment.

Primary Purpose of Position

To repair/maintain/improve all equipment associated with the production of die cast parts. This includes, but is not limited to: die cast machines, presses, robots, electric melting furnaces/pre-heaters, CNC's, and other related assembly equipment.

Responsibilities

• Safe working environment achieved and maintained.
• Demonstrate a good, systematic, and logical approach to trouble-shooting problems.
• Demonstrate a good working knowledge of hydraulic theory.
• Demonstrate a good working knowledge of electrical theory.
• Demonstrate a good working knowledge of pneumatic theory.
• Demonstrate the ability to read and understand various prints, schematics, and drawings.
• Demonstrate a good working knowledge of Allen-Bradley PLC's (5, SLC500, 5000).
• Demonstrate a good working knowledge of Motoman and ABB Robots (Trouble-shoot and programming)
• Demonstrate a good working knowledge of rigging, and the use of heavy lifting equipment.
• Demonstrate the ability to perform general fabrication and welding proficiently.

Education, experience, skills

• Ability to work extended hours including weekends in order to objective accomplishment
• Ability to manage daily priorities and task accomplishment
• Ability to work independently with limited direction
• Ability to become certified by MPA as a fork truck driver
• Ability to become certified by MPA as a overhead crane operator Ability to coordinate team activities
• Ability to communicate effectively, both oral and written
• Fluent in English
• Journeymen's Card

Why work for Meridian Lightweight Technologies?

At Meridian Lightweight Technologies, you'll be part of a team that is shaping the future of lightweight automotive manufacturing. We combine advanced technology, innovation, and a commitment to excellence to deliver world-class solutions for leading automotive customers.

Our employees work in a collaborative, safety-focused environment where their contributions matter, opportunities for growth are encouraged, and continuous improvement is part of our culture. If you're looking for a career where you can make an impact while working with cutting-edge manufacturing processes, Meridian is the place to build your future.

Compensation and benefits

• 401(k) + 401(k) matching
• Sign on bonus up to $3,000
• Dental + Vision insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee/ partner discounts
• Flexible spending account
• Health + life insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Employee incentive programs
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement

THE ABOVE STATEMENTS ARE INTENDED TO DESCRIBE THE GENERAL NATURE AND LEVEL OF WORK PERFORMED BY INDIVIDUALS ASSIGNED TO THIS POSITION. THEY ARE NOT INTENDED TO BE AN EXHAUSTIVE LIST OF ALL RESPONSIBILITIES, DUTIES AND REQUIREMENTS.

Offer will be dependent on background check and drug screen.