Mechanical Maintenance Team Technician, 2nd Shift, BlueOval Battery Park Michigan

Ford Motor Company; Marshall (MI); On-site; USD 81,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonus program

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off and holidays

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

Ford vehicle discounts

Job summary

Ford Motor Company is seeking a Maintenance Technician at BlueOval Battery Park in Marshall, Michigan. The role involves ensuring production equipment operates efficiently through preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and calibration. Candidates should possess a high school diploma and relevant mechanical experience.

The position offers a competitive pay rate of $46.25 per hour along with benefits like 401(k), health insurance, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous industrial mechanical experience is essential.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the US.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance on production equipment.
• Diagnose and resolve mechanical and electrical issues.
• Monitor production processes for quality control.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Data analysis

Equipment maintenance

Safety compliance

Collaboration

Advanced mechanical principles

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Department of Labor certification

Tools

Machining tools (lathes, mills)

PLC systems

Job description

At BlueOval Battery Park Michigan, you will...

What You’ll Do

• Preventative Maintenance
  • Regularly inspect, clean, lubricate, and perform scheduled maintenance on production equipment such as mixing machines, coating machines, clean rooms, and assembly robots to prevent breakdowns.
  • Work on continuous process improvements to ensure the line operates at its designed level at all times.
• Troubleshooting and Repair
  • Diagnose and resolve mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic issues with production equipment, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions.
• Equipment Calibration
  • Perform routine calibrations on critical measurement devices to ensure accuracy in the production process.
• Quality Control
  • Monitor production processes to identify potential quality defects and take corrective actions to maintain product quality standards.
• Data Analysis
  • Interpret equipment performance data to identify areas for improvement and implement optimization strategies.
• Safety Compliance
  • Adhere to all safety procedures, wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), and report any safety hazards immediately.
• Documentation
  • Maintain detailed records of maintenance activities, repairs, and parts used.
• Collaboration
  • Work closely with production operators, engineers, and other maintenance technicians to identify and address equipment issues.

Minimum Requirements

• High School Diploma, GED (General Education Development), or equivalency.
• Department of Labor or state‑recognized certification, or military equivalent.
• Previous industrial mechanical experience or equivalent previous work experience and training.
• Working knowledge of advanced mechanical principles.
• Exceptional computer skills, reading, and data interpretation.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Comfortable learning new technology.
• Legally authorized to work in the US.

Preferred Requirements

• Previous industrial mechanical experience or equivalent work experience.
• Expert knowledge and experience of automation machinery specifications.
• Expert knowledge with machining, repairing, and/or rebuilding machinery, and machine components using lathes, mills, grinders, etc.
• Advanced knowledge of all mechanical systems.
• Proficient in reading and comprehension of technical drawings and schematics.
• Advanced computer skills, reading, and interpreting data.
• Fundamental knowledge of PLC such as Siemens, Rockwell, etc.
• Knowledge and skills of conveyors, drives, robots, and computers.
• Knowledge of HVAC systems, including troubleshooting fans and blowers.

Rate of Pay and Benefits

• Rate: $46.25 per hour.
• Bonus Program – Performance‑based bonus program recognizing the work you do every day.
• Employee Experience – Recognition programs and activities that focus on your importance to our success.
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan – Company matches 100% of first 5% of base wages contributed, and additional company contributions.
• Paid Time Off
  • Up to four weeks of vacation each year as you grow with the Company.
  • Holidays and wellness (sick) days.
• New Parent Leave following birth, adoption, or foster placement of a child.
• Health
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance for you and your family, beginning with your date of hire.
  • Health Care Flexible Spending Account.
  • Mental health and wellness counseling.
• Life Insurance – Company‑provided basic life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance; additional coverage available.
• Disability – Company‑provided short‑term disability coverage; additional coverage available.
• Ford Vehicle Discounts – Save on new Ford vehicle purchases for you, your family, and your friends.

Discounts on insurance (e.g., homeowners’, auto, pet, legal).

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.

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