Manufacturing Technician (3rd Shift)

Itron, Inc.; Walhalla (SC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Itron, Inc. in Walhalla, SC seeks a Manufacturing Technician on the 3rd shift to maintain, troubleshoot, and repair industrial machinery, ensuring smooth production. You will perform preventive maintenance, inspect equipment, and support engineers on special projects.

The ideal candidate has an associate degree in Mechatronics or related field and at least one year of manufacturing experience, with strong mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic knowledge. PLC troubleshooting is a plus.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Mechatronics or related field or equivalent experience.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, electronic, hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• 1+ years of related experience as a technician in manufacturing.
• Strong communication skills and a team-first mentality.
• Desire to learn, grow and have fun in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to safety protocols to maintain a safe working environment.
• Troubleshoot and maintain mechanical, electrical, electronic, hydraulic and pneumatic systems for production equipment.
• Repair or replace defective parts to minimize downtime.
• Communicate status and capabilities of equipment with production supervision and support staff.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance tasks, repairs and inspections.
• Assist engineers and support staff on special projects.
• Stay aware of product and process trends.
• Assist in installation and commissioning of new machinery and systems.

Skills

Mechatronics

Mechanical

Electrical

Hydraulic

Pneumatic

PLC troubleshooting

Team player

Education

Associate’s degree in Mechatronics

Job description

Itron is innovating new ways for utilities and cities to manage energy and water. We create a more resourceful world to protect essential resources for today and tomorrow. Join us.

As a Manufacturing Technician (3nd Shift), you will be responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing industrial machinery and equipment to ensure efficient operations within our manufacturing or environment. You will be tasked with conducting routine inspections, performing preventive maintenance, and resolving equipment failures in a timely manner. The ideal candidate should have strong mechanical, electrical, and troubleshooting skills, a keen attention to detail, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team to meet operational needs.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Adhere to all safety protocols and procedures to ensure a safe working environment.

• Safely troubleshoot and maintain mechanical, electrical, electronic, pneumatic and hydraulic systems for our production equipment.

• Repair or replace defective parts and components, ensuring minimal downtime and disruption to operations.

• Maintain communication with production supervision and support staff regarding the status and capabilities of the equipment.

• Maintain accurate records of maintenance tasks, repairs, and inspections.

• Assist Engineers and Support Staff on special projects.

• Stay aware of product/process trends.

• Assist in the installation and commissioning of new machinery and systems.

Required Skills & Experience:

• Associate’s degree in Mechatronics, or related degree or equivalent experience is required.

• Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, electronic, hydraulic, pneumatic systems.

• 1+ years of related experience as a technician in a manufacturing environment.

• Strong communication skills and “team first” mentality.

• Desire to learn, grow, and have fun in a fast paced environment.

Preferred Skills & Experience:

• PLC troubleshooting experience is preferred

Travel : 0-10%

Itron is committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce and providing an authentic workplace experience for all employees. If you are excited about this role but your past experiences don’t perfectly align with every requirement, we encourage you to apply anyway. In the end, you may be just who we are looking for!

The successful candidate’s starting wage will be determined based on permissible, non-discriminatory factors such as skills and experience.

Itron is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you require an accommodation to apply, please contact a recruiting representative at 1-800-635-5461 or email [e-mail].

Itron is transforming how the world manages energy, water and city services. Our trusted intelligent infrastructure solutions help utilities and cities improve efficiency, build resilience and deliver safe, reliable and affordable service. With edge intelligence, we connect people, data insights and devices so communities can better manage the essential resources they rely on to live. Join us as we create a more resourceful world: www.itron.com