Maintenance Technician (Automotive Manufacturing - Evenings)

E&E Mfg of Tennessee; Athens (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

E&E Mfg of Tennessee in Athens, TN is seeking Maintenance Technicians to maintain conveyor systems and automated equipment in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Ideal candidates have 4+ years of maintenance experience in manufacturing, strong troubleshooting skills, and hands-on knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, PLCs, HMI, ERP software, and forklift operation. An Associate's degree is strongly preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; Associate's degree strongly preferred.
• 4+ years of maintenance experience in manufacturing.
• Experience with conveyors, robotics, hydraulics, pneumatics, and automation equipment.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and ability to read schematics and use ERP software.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repairs on conveyor systems and automated equipment.
• Troubleshoot PLCs and electrical/wiring issues.
• Conduct machine safety inspections and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Coordinate with production and maintenance teams to minimize downtime.

Skills

Conveyor systems

hydraulics

pneumatics

Servo powered equipment

ERP software

HMI

PLC systems

Robotic automation

Troubleshooting

English communication

Forklift operation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's degree in related field

Tools

PLC programming tools

HMI interfaces

MS Office

Job description

WORK SCHEDULE THIRD SHIFT:Sunday - Thursday 6:00pm - 2:30am or Sunday - Thursday 11:00pm - 7:30amWe are seeking Maintenance Technicians to join our team at the Athens, TN location. The ideal candidates will have experience with conveyor systems, hydraulics, pneumatics, servo powered equipment, ERP software, HMI, PLCs, robotic welders, and more. This position requires strong troubleshooting skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individual with disabilities to perform the essential job functions. Also, additional job duties may be assigned.Perform maintenance and repairs on conveyor systems, robotic welders, and other industrial automation equipmentTroubleshoot and repair PLC systems and wiringConduct machine safety inspections and ensure compliance with regulationsUtilize ERP software to track maintenance activities and inventoryVisually inspect and test machinery and equipment using electronic, electrical, and mechanical equipmentCoordinates maintenance activities with production control, tool room and quality control to obtain optimum production and utilization of manpower, machine and equipmentReviews and analyzes production, quality maintenance and operational reports to determine causes of production problemsListen for unusual sounds from machines or equipment to detect malfunction and discusses machine operation variances with supervisors and other maintenance associatesConsults with production personnel relative to modification of machines and equipment in order to improve production and quality of productsCoordinate with Tool Crib Attendants and Maintenance Planner on purchase orders for tools, parts, and equipment as neededAdhere to all safety regulations and policies in the plant at all timesComplete scheduled preventative maintenance on all equipment and report our as neededMaintain excellent housekeeping habits (5S)Maintain compliance with organizational policies, and safety hazardsActively participate in Production, 5Why/RCA, and other problem solving meetingsOperate forklifts and other equipment as neededExpectationsConsistently exhibit appropriate attendance habits, working the hours necessary to perform the jobOrganize and maintain efficiency of personal work areaProvide necessary, accurate, and timely feedback of all pertinent information to co-workers and managementEffectively communicate with co-workers and management personnel to enhance teamwork and communication initiativesConsistently adhere to and support company policies and procedures, including ISO14001, IATF16949, and safety regulationsAccept instructions and duties in a positive mannerTreat all co-workers with dignity and respectActively support the E&E values**Physical Demands **The physical demands describes below are representative of those that 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 to perform the essential functions. The following physical demands include:Standing, walking, crouching, bending, twisting frequentlyAble to work at heights as neededAble to work in environments with continuous noise and intermittent changes in temperatureEducation/Experience/Certifications:**Education:**High School Diploma or GED is requiredAssociate's degree in related field is strongly preferred**Experience:**Four (4) or more years of Maintenance experience in a Manufacturing environment, or combination of trade school and experienceThree (3) or more years of auto-supplier, steel stamping maintenance experienceExperience with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)Solid written, verbal and presentation skills (must be able to communicate in English)Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skillsKnowledge of HMI and PLC systemsForklift licensedAbility to meet physical requirements of the job