Maintenance Technician

ANDRITZ Schuler North America; Town of Canton (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

ANDRITZ Schuler North America is seeking a Maintenance Technician to ensure reliable operation of plant equipment. You will perform preventive maintenance, troubleshoot malfunctions, and implement improvements to enhance production efficiency and quality.

The role involves assembling, installing and maintaining equipment, with expertise in PLCs, CNC bending, laser and welding equipment. Fluent English required; German a plus; visa-related TOEFL may be needed for ESL candidates.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with formal technical training in maintenance.
• 5+ years of maintenance experience.
• Experience in stamping press industry and hydraulic troubleshooting preferred.
• Fluent in English; German a plus; TOEFL for visa holders if applicable.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance on plant equipment per manuals and specs.
• Troubleshoot and repair machinery; improve equipment for efficiency.
• Assist with tool and die development and run off – plumbing and pipefitting.
• Install new equipment per specifications.
• Document work orders and maintenance logs; maintain safety standards.

Skills

Analytical aptitude

Self-motivated

Computer skills

Time management

Adaptable to change

Judgement / decision making

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Formal technical training

Tools

PLC’s

CNC benders

Laser equipment

Welding equipment

Job description

The Maintenance Technician will ensure efficient and dependable operation of machinery and equipment. Troubleshoots repairs and performs preventative maintenance on plant equipment, machines, systems and facilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensures operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements on engines, motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, and production machines; following diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer's instructions, and engineering specifications; troubleshooting malfunctions.
• Improves and modifies equipment and systems to optimize production efficiency, productivity and quality.
• Assists with Tool and die development and run off - plumbing and pipefitting production and prototype dies.
• Installs new equipment to specifications as directed.
• Ensures operation of repaired or new equipment by using customer requirements, manufacturer's instructions and technical knowledge.
• Documents actions by completing work orders and maintenance logs.
• Understands and actively complies with all safety requirements and policies and practices. Maintains safe and clean working environment.

Job Specific Competencies

• Possess strong analytical aptitude
• Self-motivated and results oriented
• Proficient computer skills with the ability to learn new software
• Strong time management and organizational skills
• Ability to multi-task and to work in dynamic business environment; Adaptable to change
• Self-motivated and results oriented; Ability to use judgement and make decisions independently
• Teamwork oriented to resolve problems and achieve goals
• Excellent listening, verbal and written communication skills

Education and Professional Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required and formal technical training and/or experience in industrial/equipment maintenance
• At least five (5+) years of maintenance experience required
• Press repair and hydraulic troubleshooting experience preferred
• Experience in the stamping press industry
• Experience should include: troubleshooting, electronic testing, problem solving, production repairs, equipment maintenance and installation, pipefitting, welding, PLC’s, CNC benders, Laser equipment, automated welding equipment, fabrication and machine shop equipment use
• High level of aptitude in a broad range of maintenance fields with a working knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic and electrical and electronic systems
• Fluent in English with advanced reading and writing skills
• German Language skills would be a plus
• Visa holders/English as Second Language (ESL) individuals must take TOEFL exam and score above passing grade.