Maintenance Technician I (1st Mini)

FN America, LLC; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

FN America, LLC, a U.S. subsidiary of FN Herstal, S.A., is seeking a Maintenance Technician I in Columbia, SC. The role performs preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on production equipment to support manufacturing goals.

The ideal candidate has at least 1 year of CNC maintenance experience, basic blueprint reading, and a commitment to safety and lean practices. High school diploma or GED is required; on-site manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1 year of CNC maintenance experience or equivalent education in mechanical or electrical coursework required.
• Basic understanding of blueprint reading and schematics required.
• Basic understanding and troubleshooting of hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical systems required.
• Basic understanding of PLC and ladder logic.

Responsibilities

• Completes daily work orders using 5-S practices.
• Performs preventive maintenance and basic troubleshooting on CNC machinery.
• Assists senior technicians in repairing electrical and mechanical systems.
• Reads schematics/blueprints to guide repairs.
• Adheres to safety regulations and lean continuous improvement practices.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Electrical systems troubleshooting

Hydraulic systems troubleshooting

Mechanical systems troubleshooting

PLC and ladder logic

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CNC machinery

PLC programming

Job description

Location: Columbia, SC

Job Type

Full-time

Description

FN America, LLC is a U.S. subsidiary of FN Herstal, S.A., a global leader in the development and manufacturing of high-quality, reliable firearms for military, law enforcement and commercial customers worldwide. Headquartered in Columbia, South Carolina, FN America is passionately committed to providing its customers with a portfolio of FN-branded products, training and support services that enhance user performance and safeguard their lives. For more information, visit us at or follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

Position Summary

The Maintenance Technician I performs preventative maintenance to machinery, installs, repairs, and/or replaces components on the machines and facility according to safety processes to support the achievement of FN America's business goals and objectives.

Job Duties

• Completes daily work orders while using 5-S during and after order is complete.
• Performs regular preventive maintenance and basic troubleshooting on electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical systems to maintain production equipment and the plant facility.
• Assists senior technicians working and repairing electrical/mechanical systems.
• Actively pursues knowledge of schematic/blueprint reading.
• Follows all safety regulations provided by Environmental Health and Safety.
• Engages in activities that create a continuous improvement environment by utilizing lean, 5-S, and predictive tools. (IR thermography, vibration analysis)
• Other duties as assigned.

Educational Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) is required.

Experience Requirements

One year of repairing Computer Numerical Controlled (CNC) maintenance or equivalent education in mechanical or electrical coursework is required.

Skills and Competencies

All FN America employees are expected to demonstrate accountability, collaboration, communication, customer focus, and innovation. Additional requirements of this position include:

• Basic understanding of blueprint reading and schematics.
• Basic understanding and troubleshooting of hydraulic systems.
• Basic understanding and troubleshooting of electrical systems.
• Basic understanding and troubleshooting of mechanical systems.
• Basic understanding and troubleshooting of programmable logic controller (PLC) and ladder logic.

Tools

Basic understanding and use of proper tools for troubleshooting and CNC machinery.

Licenses/Certifications

None required.

Working Conditions

Typical manufacturing environment with exposure to loud noises and dangerous chemicals and machinery. Must be able to lift and move up to 25 pounds unassisted. Must be able to climb ladders and stairs and work at elevated heights.

All FN America employees have a responsibility to participate in the development of a safe and healthy workplace and to comply with instructions given for their own safety and health and that of others.

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.

FN America, LLC is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities.

If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please email [e-mail] or call: 803-736-0522. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.