Maintenance Technician

Ionbond - IHI Group; Madison Heights (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k with company match

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Flexible Spending Accounts

Job summary

Ionbond – The Surface Engineers in Madison Heights, MI seeks a skilled Maintenance Technician to troubleshoot electrical and mechanical systems, perform preventive maintenance, and repair vacuum systems. The role involves documenting maintenance histories, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring equipment reliability across locations, with training provided for vacuum tech if needed.

Ideal candidates have strong electrical and mechanical knowledge, are proactive, and able to work

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years industrial manufacturing maintenance experience.
• Degree/Certification in Engineering, Technical or Trade education preferred; diploma/GED minimum required education.
• Experience with Vacuum Technology.
• Strong understanding of failure mechanisms and root-cause analysis.
• Proficient in electrical skills, control systems, PLCs.
• Able to work independently, meet deadlines, and communicate clearly.
• Willing to work overtime and travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on equipment to ensure optimal operation.
• Document maintenance histories, notifications, and technical drawings.
• Troubleshoot and repair vacuum systems and high-voltage components.
• Assess repair needs and prioritize actions to minimize downtime.
• Monitor equipment performance and implement reliability improvements.
• Collaborate with managers and engineers to address interruptions and downtime.
• Maintain a clean, safe workspace and support 5S practices.

Skills

Mechanical Troubleshooting

Electrical Troubleshooting

High-Voltage Systems

Pneumatics

Vacuums Systems

PLC Controls

Electrical Schematics

Preventive Maintenance

Education

Diploma/GED minimum

Engineering/Technical Certification

Tools

PLC Controls Tools

Job description

Maintenance Technician – Madison Heights, MI Are you a skilled problem-solver with a knack for troubleshooting? Do you thrive on finding the root cause of machine failures and ensuring operations run smoothly? If so, this opportunity is for you! In this role, you'll have the chance to make a meaningful impact by leveraging your expertise in electrical and mechanical systems. You'll also collaborate with a supportive team of peers, some of whom may be located at other Ionbond facilities, giving you the opportunity to develop your skills and carve out your own area of specialization. Experience with vacuum technology is a plus, but don’t worry—we’re ready to provide training if needed. All we ask is a strong understanding of electrical and mechanical engineering principles, a willingness to learn, and a proactive approach to preventative maintenance. Bring your passion for teamwork and problem-solving and help us keep our operations running at peak performance.

Ionbond – The Surface Engineers

Ionbond provides advanced coating solutions for applications in the aerospace, medical, food contact, automotive, decorative, tooling and fuel cells industries. We offer a broad range of hard, low-friction, wear-resistant coatings based on PVD, PACVD and CVD technologies.

With 34 job coating centers in 15 countries in Europe, North America and Asia, Ionbond has one of the largest coating networks in the world. Ionbond is part of renowned Japanese industrial consortium IHI Group.

What defines this job?

• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on equipment, clean line, and other plant machinery to ensure optimal operation.
• Accurately document and maintain records of equipment notifications, maintenance histories, and technical drawings, including blueprints and schematics
• Troubleshoot and repair vacuum systems, demonstrating confidence and proficiency in working with high-voltage components.
• Assess repair and maintenance needs, prioritizing actions to minimize downtime and optimize equipment reliability.
• Monitor equipment performance and uptime, developing and implementing strategies to reduce breakdowns and improve operational efficiency.
• Collaborate with managers and process engineers to effectively address manufacturing interruptions, inconsistent process results, and equipment downtime.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient workspace, supporting the 5S Program and fostering a culture of safety and organization.
• Perform additional duties as needed.

What do we offer?

Unleashing Potential Is At The Core Of Our Approach. We Provide a Dynamic Environment That Opens Doors To Both International And Local Growth Opportunities, Helping You Reach Your Full Potential. Here's What You Can Expect From Being Part Of Our Team

• International and local growth opportunities
• Diverse work environment where we embrace teamwork and innovation that drives us towards new applications and customer service excellence
• Competitive compensation package: salary based on experience and educational credentials
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits with affordable premiums and annual deductibles
• Flexible spending accounts (medical and dependent care)
• Life insurance
• Short-term & long-term disability
• Employee assistance program
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 401k Safe Harbor Retirement Account plus company match

What do we ask?

Must have a minimum of 3 years industrial manufacturing environment maintenance experience. Degree/Certification in Engineering, Technical or Trade education preferred; diploma/GED minimum required education. Experience with Vacuum Technology. Strong ability with understanding failure mechanisms, ability to isolate determine root cause, and repair. Strong electrical skills. Working knowledge of control systems, PLC controls. Able to work independently, is a self-starter, and is highly motivated to complete projects and meet deadlines. Possess good communication skills; able to clearly communicate with peers, management, and suppliers, both verbally and in email communication. Available to work overtime and weekends as required. Must be authorized to work in the U.S. and pass a criminal background check and physical screening. Able to travel on occasion to other U.S. Centers and internationally as needed.

Interested in this job?

Please upload your resume and optional cover letter to the following site.

You Should Be Proficient In

• Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills
• 120/208/240/480 Voltage Systems
• Commercial Electrical Expertise
• Electrical Installation
• Electrical Troubleshooting
• Electrical Repair
• Pneumatics Troubleshooting
• Powerhouse Operation
• Maintenance and Repair Skills
• Industrial Electrical Experience
• Industrial Electrical Systems
• Diesel & Heavy Equipment Systems
• Electrical Systems & Diagnostics (Heavy Equipment)
• Equipment Diagnostics & Troubleshooting
• Mechanical Systems & Component Repair
• Electrical Schematic Reading
• Equipment Installation & Wiring
• Equipment Repair & Maintenance
• Machine Safety Inspections

Machines & Technologies You'll Use

• Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) (Fanuc, Allen Bradley, Mitsubishi, Omron, Siemens, Panasonic, Schneider Electric, Beckoff, Modicon, B&R Industrial Automation, Sigmatek)