Manufacturing Equipment Reliability Technologist

Torrey Holistics; La Porte (IN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Howmet Aerospace Inc. in Indiana is seeking a maintenance technician to support 2nd and 3rd shifts. You will perform preventive and predictive maintenance to maximize uptime on production equipment and facility systems.

The role requires hands-on diagnosis of mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, and electronic issues, plus installation, repair, and testing. Training on 1st shift will be required until completion; weekend/holiday coverage may be expected.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in manufacturing maintenance with strengths in PLC systems, hydraulics, pneumatics, mechanics, and electrical repair.
• High School Diploma or GED (accredited).
• Availability to work 1st Shift during training and willingness to support 2nd/3rd shifts.

Responsibilities

• Preventive and predictive maintenance to maximize uptime and asset life.
• Diagnose mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, robotic, electrical, and electronic issues.
• Installations, rebuilds, and repairs of production equipment and facility infrastructure.
• Systematic inspections, operation checks, and testing for safe, reliable performance.
• Lead contracting activities and coordinate with suppliers in CMMS records.

Skills

PLC troubleshooting

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

Electrical repair

Mechanical repair

Electrical troubleshooting

Industrial automation

VFDs

CNC machine setup

Lockout/Tagout

Electrical schematics

Safety EH&S

HVAC maintenance

Voltage systems

Conveyor systems

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Are you the go-to expert when machines misbehave?If you thrive on solving complex equipment problems and keeping production humming, this role on our 2nd and 3rd shift teams is for you.Pay Range: $25 - $40, depending on experienceTraining requirement: You must be available to work 1st Shift until training is complete.What you’ll tacklePreventive and predictive maintenance to maximize uptime and asset life.Hands-on diagnosis of mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, robotic, combustion, electrical, and electronic issues.Installation, assembly, rebuilds, and repairs of production equipment and facility infrastructure.Systematic inspections, operation checks, and testing to verify safe, reliable performance.Project participation, supplier interfacing, and leadership of contracting activities—recorded in our CMMS.Schedule reality: Shift and weekend availability required; holiday and emergency coverage also expected.Minimum profileHigh School Diploma or GED (accredited).3+ years in manufacturing maintenance with strengths in PLC systems, hydraulics, pneumatics, mechanics, and electrical repair.Nice-to-have: ultra-high vacuum systems, man lifts (scissor/boom), and forklifts.Do these strengths sound like you?PLC Troubleshooting SkillsCreating Preventive Maintenance PlansHeavy Equipment RepairEquipment TroubleshootingFacilities Maintenance ExperienceElectrical Troubleshooting SkillsTroubleshooting SkillsMechanical Troubleshooting Skills120/208/240/480 Voltage SystemsHydraulics ExperienceElectrical InstallationElectrical TroubleshootingElectrical RepairTroubleshooting Industrial Automation EquipmentPLC Programming ExperiencePLC Wiring ExperienceHVAC MaintenanceHVAC TroubleshootingHigh Voltage SystemsPneumatics TroubleshootingTape Measure ReadingServiceIndustrial Electrical ExperienceCNC Machine Setup & ChangeoverIndustrial Electrical SystemsWorkplace Safety & EHS ManagementHydraulic Systems & ComponentsElectrical Systems & Diagnostics (Heavy Equipment)Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)Electrical Schematic ReadingEquipment Installation & WiringAccess Control SystemsEquipment Repair & MaintenanceAerospace ManufacturingMachine Safety InspectionsTroubleshooting CNC MachinesExperience in a Manufacturing EnvironmentSystems you’ll work withVariable Frequency Drives (VFD)Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) (Fanuc, Allen Bradley, Siemens)Conveyor SystemsServo MotorsWhy your work mattersHowmet Aerospace Inc. (NYSE: HWM), headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, delivers advanced engineered solutions for aerospace and transportation. Our portfolio—jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems, titanium structural parts, and forged wheels—supports lighter, more fuel-efficient platforms. With $6.6 billion in revenue in 2023, our innovations help customers succeed and positively impact the world. Explore our 2023 Environmental Social and Governance report at www.howmet.com/esg-report.