Maintenance Technician

Amsted Automotive; Geneva (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Incentive Bonus

Medical, Vision, Dental

Prescription Drug Plan

401K

Paid Vacation & Holidays

Short-Term Disability

Tuition Reimbursement

Health and Wellness Reimbursement

Employee Recognition

Discount Programs

Job summary

Amsted Automotive in Geneva, IL seeks a Maintenance Technician 1 to perform maintenance, troubleshooting, and preventive programs in a manufacturing setting. The role requires up-to-date electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic know-how with experience operating forklifts and supporting ISO 14001 procedures.

Responsibilities include coordinating parts and contractors, recording activities, training operators, and ensuring safety and quality policies are followed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 5 years experience in a maintenance function.
• Must successfully complete the pre-hire math test.

Responsibilities

• Perform waste water treatment, boiler chemistry and environmental procedures.
• Independently troubleshoot problems and complete corrective mechanical and welding actions.
• Determine if machine parts can be repaired or replaced.
• Independently correct maintenance problems in all plant areas.
• Prepare requisitions for spare and repair parts for department head.
• Assist and advise outside contractors on work to be completed.
• Plan and implement preventative maintenance program.
• Assist and advise Engineering and other support groups as required.
• Perform necessary recordkeeping and paperwork.
• Help train and assist operators as required.
• Perform periodic maintenance on machines as required.
• Participate in team problem solving as part of continuous improvement.
• Follow ISO 14001 work instructions and safety policies.

Skills

Electrical

Electronic

Pneumatic

Mechanical

Hydraulic analysis

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

What You’ll Do

• Perform waste water treatment, boiler chemistry and environmental procedures.
• Independently troubleshoot problems and complete corrective mechanical and welding actions.
• Determine if machine parts can be repaired or replaced.
• Independently correct maintenance problems in all plant areas.
• Prepare requisitions for all spare and repair parts as required for presentation to department head/activity leader/team leader.
• Assist and advise outside contractors on any and all work to be completed.
• Plan and implement preventative maintenance program.
• Assist and advise Engineering and other support groups as required.
• Perform necessary recordkeeping and paperwork.
• Help train and assist operators as required.
• Perform necessary periodic maintenance on machines as required.
• Participate in team problem solving as part of the departmental continuous improvement process.
• Use various testing devices and chemicals according to appropriate guidelines and procedures.
• Perform material handling activities using equipment, including forklifts, according to appropriate guidelines and procedures.
• Understand and performs ISO 14001 work instructions as identified in, “ISO 14001 Work Instruction Assignments”.
• Follow all safety rules and keep work area clean and in an orderly condition.
• Wear all personal protective equipment as required by the safety policy.
• Be responsible and accountable for the professional use of assigned work periods, machinery, equipment and tools.
• Understand and perform to the BN Quality Policy taking pride in the products produced

Amsted Automotive, Cold Form and Finishing in Geneva, IL is seeking a Maintenance Technician 1

• Perform waste water treatment, boiler chemistry and environmental procedures.
• Independently troubleshoot problems and complete corrective mechanical and welding actions.
• Determine if machine parts can be repaired or replaced.
• Independently correct maintenance problems in all plant areas.
• Prepare requisitions for all spare and repair parts as required for presentation to department head/activity leader/team leader.
• Assist and advise outside contractors on any and all work to be completed.
• Plan and implement preventative maintenance program.
• Assist and advise Engineering and other support groups as required.
• Perform necessary recordkeeping and paperwork.
• Help train and assist operators as required.
• Perform necessary periodic maintenance on machines as required.
• Participate in team problem solving as part of the departmental continuous improvement process.
• Use various testing devices and chemicals according to appropriate guidelines and procedures.
• Perform material handling activities using equipment, including forklifts, according to appropriate guidelines and procedures.
• Understand and performs ISO 14001 work instructions as identified in, “ISO 14001 Work Instruction Assignments”.
• Follow all safety rules and keep work area clean and in an orderly condition.
• Wear all personal protective equipment as required by the safety policy.
• Be responsible and accountable for the professional use of assigned work periods, machinery, equipment and tools.
• Understand and perform to the BN Quality Policy taking pride in the products produced

Perform other miscellaneous duties as assigned.

Education

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED

High school diploma, GED, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience that provides the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities. Must successfully complete the pre-hire math test.

Experience

Minimum of 5 years experience in a maintenance function.

Skills & Knowledge

Electrical, electronic, pneumatic, mechanical and hydraulic analysis and repair.

Forklift operation

What Else You’ll Need To Know

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations will be considered for those with specific physical restrictions.

Physical requirements include good speaking, hearing and vision ability, excellent manual dexterity, ability to lift and carry over 25 pounds frequently.

Work is performed in a typical manufacturing environment with exposure to noise, grease, carbon, coolants, with several elements continuously present to the extent of being objectionable. Full-time position. May require overtime and weekend hours.

What’s In It For You

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• Incentive Bonus
• Medical, Vision, Dental
• Prescription Drug Plan
• 401K
• Paid Vacation & Holidays
• Short-Term Disability
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health and Wellness Reimbursement
• Employee Recognition
• Discount Programs

Experience Preferred

• 5 years experience in a maintenance function.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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