Maintenance Technician

AAM - American Axle & Manufacturing; Mebane (NC); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Dauch Corporation is seeking a Maintenance Technician to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain manufacturing and facilities equipment. You will contribute to PM and PdM programs, train operators in Autonomous Maintenance, and support Continuous Improvement projects across the plant.

The successful candidate will read electrical schematics, work with AC/DC motors, servo drives, PLCs, and ranged sensors, and participate in safety and housekeeping initiatives.

Qualifications

• Must have HS diploma or GED and a 2-year degree in Industrial Systems or equivalent with 2+ years manufacturing experience, or 5+ years manufacturing experience.
• Willingness to work altered shift schedules to support the business.
• Daily and weekend overtime may be required.
• Proficient with MS Office Suite and basic computer skills.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and hardwire to prints; troubleshoot electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Prioritize safety issues in the plant and address them promptly.
• Troubleshoot and repair equipment to support productivity and reliability.
• Provide hands-on technical support for down equipment and project coverage.
• Train operators to perform autonomous maintenance tasks.
• Be responsive to production needs and requirements.
• Install, perform corrective and preventive/predictive maintenance on equipment and tooling.
• Utilize electrical and mechanical skills to service AC/DC motors and controls.
• Work with PLCs (Allen Bradley) and PM/PdM programs.
• Develop PM/PdM plans for production equipment.

Skills

2+ years manufacturing experience

MS Office Suite

Reading electrical schematics

Wiring per prints

Electrical troubleshooting

Education

High School Diploma or GED

2-year college degree in Industrial Systems or equivalent

5+ years manufacturing experience (alternative)

Job description

Job Posting Title

Maintenance Technician

Job Description Summary

2nd & 3rd shifts
A Maintenance Technician is responsible for
a. troubleshooting problems and for the repair and maintenance of all manufacturing and facilities equipment
b. performing and contributing to the development and completion of the preventative (PM) / Predictive (PdM) maintenance program
c. implementing Continuous Improvement Actions through-out the plant
d. training to operators on basic maintenance skills in order to develop a true Autonomous Maintenance system

Job Description:

• Priority on any safety issues that arise and need to be addressed in the plant

• Perform troubleshooting and repair functions on all equipment to support productivity and reliability throughout the facility

• Provide hands-on technical support for down equipment coverage and/or project coverage

• Training of operators to perform autonomous maintenance tasks

• Be responsive and dedicated to meeting production needs and requirements.

• Perform installation, corrective maintenance or preventive/predictive maintenance all equipment and tooling as assigned

• Utilize the following technical skills required for the position:

• Reading electrical schematics and hardwiring to prints,

• Troubleshooting electrical systems via electrical test equipment (multi-meters, amp probes, data recorders, etc.)

• Having working knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC License is preferred)

• Strong ability to troubleshoot AC motors and controls to 480Vac 3 phase & DC motors and controls to 180Vdc

• Working knowledge and troubleshooting of servo drives and motors (Specifically AB motors with AB Kinetix drives)

• Strong knowledge of sensors including proximity switches, reed switches, color sensors, laser sensors.

• Interfacing PCs to PLC controllers & Troubleshooting via PLCs including but not limited to Allen Bradley PLCs

• Performing PdM activities including thermographic imaging, ultrasonic, vibration analysis, and oil analysis

• Troubleshooting pneumatic, hydraulic, power transmissions systems

• Operating machine tools (mills, lathes, breaks)

• Welding processes

• Develop PM / PdM Plans for production equipment

• Inspect and correct problem areas on above mentioned systems to ensure proper operating conditions

• Refer complex situations to Maintenance Team Lead or Maintenance Supervisor

• Capable of Handling Continuous Improvement Projects in the production areas of the facility

• Provide feedback to the team and Engineering functions about area that are in need of improvement and ideas for implementation

• Work with Plant Teams on Problem Solving & Kaizen Activities

• Continuously work to improve the level of housekeeping in not only the facilities and maintenance areas but through-out the plant

• Have familiarity with Chilled Water Systems, HVAC Units, Air Compressors (up to 150hp), Power Distribution Systems (from secondary side of utility transformer to the assembly equipment), Fire Suppression and Sprinkler Systems.

• Be responsible for managing their individual development and improvement through the IPS System

• Utilize CMMS for work order tracking and closure.

• Monitor spares & equipment levels for facility equipment and flag up shortages, obsolescence and inventory requirements.

• Perrform any other duties as specified by Maintenance Supervisor

Required Skills and Education

• Have a High School Diploma or GED.
• Experience Required:
• 2 year college degree in Industrial Systems or equivalent field and 2 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment
• or Minimum 5 years’ experience in in a manufacturing environment
• Must be willing to work altered shift schedules as needed to support the business
• Daily and Weekend Overtime will be required to complete duties of the position
• Personal Computer System Skills required (MS Office Suite preferred)
• Complete interview, reference checks and medical examination.

About Dauch:

Dauch Corporation is a premier Driveline and Metal Forming supplier serving the global automotive industry with a powertrain-agnostic product portfolio that supports electric, hybrid, and internal combustion vehicles. The company is headquartered in Detroit, MI, with operations that span 24 countries and more than 175 locations. Formed through the acquisition of Dowlais Group plc and its subsidiaries - GKN Automotive and GKN Powder Metallurgy, Dauch unites deep engineering roots with global manufacturing capabilities and an entrepreneurial spirit to move mobility forward. Visit www.dauch.com to learn more.

Dauch will not discriminate against any Associate or applicant for employment because of age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law. Dauch will take affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed, and that Associates are treated equally during employment, without regard to their age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law. For the Disabled Job Seeker: We offer reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled individuals who are applicants for employment. To request assistance or accommodations, please e-mail [e-mail]. Dauch is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.