Maintenance Tech I

Sumitomo Drive Technologies USA; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Insurance & AD&D (Company Paid)

Disability Insurance (Company Paid)

401K + Match

LinkedIn Learning Access

YMCA discount

Job summary

Sumitomo Drive Technologies USA is seeking a maintenance technician to service CNC/PLC-based machinery and general plant equipment in a high-volume manufacturing setting.

The role involves preventive maintenance, troubleshooting of mechanical, electrical, and control systems, and collaboration with regional facilities. Candidates should be able to work rotating shifts and weekends and possess a high school diploma with relevant experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; Associates degree preferred.
• 3-5 years’ experience in diagnosis & repair of general mechanical systems OR 1-3 years’ experience in maintaining, troubleshooting & repairing manual & CNC manufacturing equipment.
• Basic understanding of Mechanical, Electrical, & Control systems in manufacturing equipment; welding & fabrication, plumbing, carpentry, electrical, and controls.
• Basic computer skills (MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint; emails, web searches).
• Able to work rotating shifts and weekends (non-production) downtime.

Responsibilities

• Diagnosis & repair of CNC and manual machines (various mills, lathes, grinders, etc.).
• Assembly equipment and related systems (Crane, PLC panels, conveyors, etc.).
• Perform and document preventive maintenance and lubrication.
• Maintain 5-S culture; support continuous improvement in assigned areas.
• Track time/cost/quality on work orders; ensure safety and regulatory compliance.
• Lead general upkeep of the VA facility and act as first responder in emergencies.

Skills

Mechanical diagnosis

CNC maintenance

Electrical troubleshooting

Hydraulics & pneumatics

Welding & fabrication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associates degree preferred

Tools

MS Excel

MS Word

Job description

Brief Description

The base hourly range for this role is $21.44- $26.77

Final salary offers are determined based on a variety of factors, including relevant experience, specialized skills, and certifications.

• Life and Accidental Death Insurance (Company Paid)
• Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance (Company Paid)
• 401K, 401K Match- Access to Certified Financial Planner
• Access to LinkedIn Learning
• YMCA discount and more!

Benefits Include

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Paid Time Off- Including Volunteer Hours
• Life and Accidental Death Insurance (Company Paid)
• Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance (Company Paid)
• 401K, 401K Match- Access to Certified Financial Planner
• Access to LinkedIn Learning
• YMCA discount and more!

Purpose And Scope Of Job

• Maintenance and Repair of manual and CNC/PLC-based machinery, assembly equipment, and mobile equipment in a high-volume manufacturing environment. Service mechanical, electrical, controls, civil, hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Installation, dismantlement, and relocation of machinery and equipment according to layout plans, blueprints, or other drawings, or instructions.
• Execute Maintenance programs (Preventive Maintenance / TPM) for machine tools and assembly equipment.
• Repair and maintain facilities and grounds. Perform carpentry, painting, plumbing, cleaning, electrical, HVAC work to keep office and factory in good operating condition.

Essential Functions (other Duties May Be Assigned)

Diagnosis & repair of:
CNC and manual machines (vertical & horizontal milling machines, lathes, multitasking/mill-turn combination machines, boring machines, grinders, drills, gear cutting machines, broaches, facing/centering machines, band saws, plasma cutting machines, press brakes, welding equipment, media blasting equipment).
Assembly equipment (Cranes, Electrical testing panels, Air leak testers, Forklifts, PLC controlled dispensing equipment, Carousals, Paint/drying booths, scales & conveyor systems, Hydraulic presses, Parts washers, Ovens/Bearing heaters, Packaging machines)
Other installations (Compressors, Overhead doors, Waste Systems, etc.)

• Perform and document preventive maintenance, lubrication, and equipment checks
• Maintain a culture of 5-S in the workplace. Act as resource for 5-S activities in manufacturing & Assembly areas.
• Champion a culture of continuous improvement in the assigned areas.
• Use SMA’s Maintenance work request queue (using online work order system). Ensure that work order status is updated periodically; ensure timely close outs, record on root cause detection and offer quality solutions.
• Responsible for tracking performance (time/cost/quality) on all work orders.
• Responsible for ensuring compliance of all safety and regulatory standards in SMA’s manufacturing & Assembly environment.
• Team lead for general upkeep of SMA’s VA facility/building and surroundings.
• Act as first responder for any emergencies in the plant (in the event of storms, burglar/fire alarms, emergency repair calls, etc.). Act as “last man to leave” for plant lockouts during emergency evacuations.
• Provide direction, safety guidance, and manage work permits for outside vendors and contractors. Examples would be Painters, General Contractor Builders, Locksmith, Fire alarm & suppression, HVAC, burglar/fire monitoring, pest control, riggers, millwrights, iron workers, janitors, etc.
• Maintain a culture of 5-S in the workplace. Act as resource for 5-S activities in manufacturing & Assembly areas.
• Ensure own compliance to all of companies Safety, HR, Accounting, Purchasing and IT procedures.
• Assist Preventive Maintenance, installation and repair work in regional facilities (IL, CA, TX, Verona, VA).
• Participate in process improvement & standardization of all maintenance work in SMA.
• Act as resource to other departments/regional facilities for any installation projects.
• Train others on trade skills, specific equipment, procedures and other Maintenance department activities.
• Facilitate set up for company events
• Complete assigned craft training and assessments.
• Complete OEM and Vendor provided training

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent. Associates degree or equivalent experience preferred.

• 3-5 years’ experience in diagnosis & repair of general mechanical systems OR 1 - 3 years’ experience in maintaining, troubleshooting & repairing manual & CNC manufacturing equipment.
• Basic understanding of Mechanical, Electrical, & Control systems in manufacturing equipment; welding & fabrication, plumbing, carpentry, electrical, and controls.
• Basic computer skills (understanding of MS excel, Word, PowerPoint; emails, searching for industrial solutions on the web).
• Good initiative and work ethics; ability to work in teams and in individual settings. A “team-first” attitude to work.
• Any additional essential skills and/or knowledge as shown in the HRIS Career & Education > Skills section for incumbents holding this job title.
• Able to work rotating shifts and weekends (non-production) downtime.

Work Conditions & Physical Environment

Duties are performed in an industrial environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is constantly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; twist; bend; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is frequently required to walk. The employee must constantly lift, carry, move, push, and/or pull up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is constantly exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, risk of electrical shock, and vibration. The employee may be exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually very loud.
The physical requirements described herein are representative of those which must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities, who are otherwise qualified, to perform the essential functions. This position is designated as safety- sensitive. (Referenced Document Number 218001, SMA’s Corporate Policies Procedure Manual, 33.0 Drug and Alcohol Use Policy)
The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed. This job description does not serve as a contract nor does it limit the employer’s ability to establish or change the content, nature, or essential functions of this job. Employees holding this position will be required to perform any other job-related duties as requested by management. Under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, reasonable accommodations will be considered for qualified individuals with a disability.