Mechanical Technician

ThyssenKrupp North America; Danville (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Bonus Eligibility

Shift Premium

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

401(K) Plan

Job summary

thyssenkrupp Presta Dynamic Components in Danville, IL seeks a Mechanical Technician to systematically maintain, troubleshoot and repair all production machinery and control subsystems while upholding the highest safety standards.

Requirements include an associate degree or equivalent, SAP/CMMS knowledge, ability to read blueprints, and willingness to travel up to 5% including international; benefits include annual bonus, PTO, tuition reimbursement and 401(k).

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or technical equivalent required; Mechatronics preferred.
• Experience with SAP, CMMS and reading engineering drawings.
• Ability to safely troubleshoot and repair production equipment.
• Familiarity with 6S, safety rules and workplace housekeeping.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, troubleshoot and repair production machinery and control subsystems.
• Ensure safety standards and best practices are followed.
• Diagnose issues, implement repairs and verify effectiveness.
• Use CMMS for service cases and document work history.
• Collaborate within cross-functional teams and support continuous improvement.

Skills

SAP

CMMS

MS Office

Reading drawings

Troubleshooting

Safety compliance

Maintenance planning

Team collaboration

Education

Associate's degree in industrial technology

Mechatronics Certificate

Tools

CMMS/CPOS

Microsoft Explorer

Job description

thyssenkrupp Dynamic Components is one of the world's automotive industry leading partners for development and manufacturing of highly complex, state-of-the-ary drivetrain technologies for both combustion engines and electric motors. Worldwide, 10 locations with 3,800 employees produce over 25 million drivetrain components per year. The product portfolio includes camshafts and cylinder head cover modules for the valve train as well as rotor shafts for battery electric vehicles.

Our electrical A/C compressor, designed for the natural refrigerant CO2, sets new standards in efficient and sustainable thermal management.

With precision and passion, we are enabling our customers in the automotive industry to achieve their emission and sustainability targets for more than 30 years.

thyssenkrupp Presta Dynamic Components is proud to be Certified by Great Place To Work. The prestigious award is based entirely on what current employees say about their experience working at thyssenkrupp Presta Dynamic Components. This year, 82% of employees said it's a great place To Work - 25 points higher than the average U.S. company. Great Place To Work is the global authority on workplace culture, employee experience, and the leadership behaviors proven to deliver market-leading revenue, employee retention and increased innovation.

Your responsibilities

As a Mechanical Technician, you will systematically maintain, troubleshoot and repair all production related machinery, mechanical systems and control sub-systems while maintaining the highest safety standards and best work practices. This position requires a strong commitment to safety as well as demonstrating exemplary safety behavior for colleagues.

Key Deliverables

• Maintains a safe working environment by complying with all safety and environmental policies in the workplace. Advocates for and promotes a safe work environment by reporting Near Misses and/or other safety and environmental hazards, wearing all required PPE and encouraging others to do the same.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Has authority to stop processes to correct quality, safety or environmental problems, identify and place suspect product on quality hold, and to promptly notify Supervisory personnel when processes become noncompliant.
• Accurately diagnose equipment issues, implement effective repair and maintenance solutions, verify the effectiveness of completed work, and restore equipment to a safe, reliable operating condition.
• Utilize the CMMS daily to receive and manage service cases, accurately report labor, spare parts usage, and maintain complete work history records.
• Preferred experience in fabrication, grinding, machining, turning, and welding to manufacture, modify, and repair parts and components.
• Use precision measurement and alignment tools to ensure equipment is operating within specifications.
• Read and understand engineering drawings and blueprints for mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic equipment.
• Accurately sign out and document materials from storerooms, vertical storage unit locations, and other SAP inventory locations.
• Work individually or within cross-functional teams in order to perform all maintenance and repair duties.
• Respond to all customers both internal and external with a sense of urgency and professionalism.
• Train Production Support staff and Operators in the specifics of maintaining the machines and equipment.
• Ability to train others.
• Participate in work/process studies and trials for Continuous Improvement initiatives.
• Assist with the specification, design and installation of specialty tools and equipment.
• Assist with new equipment installation and acceptance testing.
• Contribute toward the development of work instructions and maintenance procedures.
• Obtain supplier training for new and existing equipment that may require out-of-state or overseas travel.
• Maintain high housekeeping and 6S standards at all times and in all areas including the workshop, personal toolbox and job site during and at completion of all tasks.

Your profile

To perform this job successfully, a successful candidate will be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

• Education: Associate's degree or equivalent from two-year College or technical school. Associate's in industrial technology preferred. In lieu of degree, two years of documented military education from a technical school in relevant electronic or mechanical areas is acceptable; 2 years or more related experience and/or training preferred. Mechatronics Certificate preferred.
• Language: Must have the ability to read and comprehend company policies and guidelines pertaining to safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Must have the ability to write routine work activity and failure reports, basic work instructions and correspondence. Must have the ability to speak respectfully and effectively to customers and other employees.
• Technology: To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of SAP Integrated Business software. Must be able to learn and use MRO CPOS Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), Microsoft Office Suites software and Microsoft Explorer browser in a windows operating system. Mechanical equipment includes, but is not limited to state-of-the-ary mechanical systems, advanced hydraulics, high speed spindles, assembly presses, conveyor systems, pneumatic systems, harmonic gear reducers, advanced measuring systems and laser alignment equipment.
• Travel: up to 5%, including International

The [above] is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Your benefits

• Annual Bonus Eligibility of 6% of your base salary!
• 10% Shift Premium, based on base wage
• Perfect Attendance Bonus; $2,600 Minimum Annual Potential!
• Performance Productivity Bonus, $2,600 Minimum Annual Potential!
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Supplier Discounts
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Company Holidays
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug Coverage
• Exclusive free medical services through our partnership with Marathon Health for employees and their dependents 3+ years of age.
• 401(K) Plan with 5% Company match!