Maintenance Technician Trainee - PLC, Electrical & PM Skills

Thai Summit America Corporation; Howell (MI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Thai Summit America Corporation is seeking a Maintenance Technician to maintain and repair production machinery, ensuring minimal downtime. The role requires training on 1st shift (6am–2pm) with a planned move to 3rd shift (10pm–6am) and involves collaboration with Production Engineering and Quality Assurance.

Responsibilities include emergency repairs, PM, installing or modifying equipment, and providing quality parts support.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 1 year manufacturing experience preferred.
• Machine maintenance with electrical and PLC classes.
• Enrolled in or completed the classes required for the skilled trades trainee program.
• Equivalent education and/or experience in machine/equipment maintenance.
• Knowledgeable in electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic and mechanical principles, systems, troubleshooting and repair including robotics and PLCs.

Responsibilities

• Perform emergency repairs of machine and equipment during production.
• Perform Preventive Maintenance (PM) on machine/equipment.
• Perform work on new machine/equipment.
• Provide support in supplying quality parts for customers.
• Work on problem solving teams.
• Work with Production Engineering.
• Work with Quality Assurance.
• Work with Production.
• Complete and submit required paperwork in a timely manner.

Skills

Electrical knowledge

PLC troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Robotics

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

ERP system

Industrial equipment

Job description

Thai Summit America Corporation is seeking a Maintenance Technician to maintain and repair production machinery, ensuring minimal downtime. The role requires training on 1st shift (6am–2pm) with a planned move to 3rd shift (10pm–6am) and involves collaboration with Production Engineering and Quality Assurance.

Responsibilities include emergency repairs, PM, installing or modifying equipment, and providing quality parts support.