Maintenance Technician - Odd shifts

Hitachi Vantara Corporation; South Boston (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy in Virginia is seeking a Maintenance Technician to support production lines, ensure equipment reliability, and drive continuous improvement. You will operate and maintain machinery, perform preventive maintenance, and enter work orders in SAP CMMS daily.

The role requires basic mechanical/electrical skills, ability to read blueprints, and experience with cranes/forklifts. High school diploma or GED required. Strong safety mindset and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Mechanical, electrical and fabrication skills with blueprints.
• Experience operating cranes and forklifts; lean manufacturing exposure.
• Basic computer skills including SAP CMMS.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with external and internal regulations and guidelines.
• Monitor and improve Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost and Inventory goals.
• Promote Continuous Improvement activities and enter data daily in SAP CMMS.
• Complete work orders and manage parts/tools through inventory systems.
• Support shift performance and communicate assignments to the team.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Electrical skills

Fabrication skills

Blueprint reading

Crane & forklift operation

Lean manufacturing (4Q/JIDOKA/6S)

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

SAP CMMS

Job description

About Us

At Hitachi Energy, we foster a culture of innovation and continuous learning.

Job Description:

The Opportunity

Are you passionate about ensuring the smooth operation of machinery and equipment? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where safety, quality, and continuous improvement are paramount? Join Hitachi Energy as a Maintenance Technician and be part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and excellence. In this role, you'll have the chance to make a significant impact on our operations, contributing to the success of our production lines and the overall efficiency of our facilities.

How You'll Make an Impact

• Ensure compliance with all external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.
• Monitor and improve performance aspects of Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and Inventory goals.
• Promote and participate in Continuous Improvement activities.
• Complete work orders and enter data into CMMS (SAP) daily.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and SAP (CMMS) schedules.
• Report downtime concerns to the Lead Technician.
• Submit parts and tool requirements through inventory systems.
• Assist in managing overall shift performance and communicate work assignments.
• Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures and guidelines.

Your Background

• High School degree or GED equivalent required.
• Mechanical, electrical, and/or fabrication skills and experience.
• Basic computer skills, including SAP.
• HVAC and welding experience preferred.
• Ability to operate industrial equipment, including cranes and forklifts.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints and simple schematics.
• Experience in lean manufacturing (4Q, JIDOKA, 6S) is a plus.

More About Us

• At Hitachi Energy, we foster a culture of innovation and continuous learning.
• We offer opportunities for growth and development, ensuring our employees thrive.
• Join a team that values diversity, collaboration, and making a positive impact on the world.

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