Press Maintenance Mechanic

Challenge Manufacturing; Platte Gardens (MO); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP program

Employee-owned company

Job summary

Challenge Manufacturing in Platte Gardens is seeking a Machine Repair/Maintenance Technician to inspect, install, and repair production machinery and tooling in the tool room. The role requires reading mechanical prints, basic hydraulics and pneumatics, and troubleshooting electrical issues with a meter.

You will perform preventive maintenance, complete Plex work orders, and drive continuous improvement to boost production efficiency and product quality.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• Minimum of 2 years of Machine Repair experience.
• Pneumatics and Hydraulics experience.
• Basic understanding of Press controls and processes.
• Basic understanding of common tool room equipment such as milling machines, drill presses, lathes.

Responsibilities

• Follow specified maintenance procedures to install, maintain, and repair production machinery and tools.
• Utilize Plex to document appropriate downtime codes.
• Electrically troubleshoot issues using a meter (level I certification).
• Read and interpret mechanical prints for troubleshooting.
• Proactively participate in continuous improvement efforts and drive process, tooling, and equipment enhancements.
• Complete and manage work orders via the Plex systems.
• Perform preventative maintenance and provide input on updates to schedules.

Skills

Strong communication

Time management

Prioritization

Forklift license

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Milling machines

Drill presses

Lathes

Job description

Who We Are: Challenge Manufacturing’s mission is to manufacture with operational excellence by empowering our employee-owners. As a leading tier 1 supplier of complex metal assemblies for the global automotive industry, we drive innovative solutions for future mobility. We believe the best ideas come from individual unique perspectives. These ideas combined with the teamwork of industry leaders allow us to accomplish any challenge. Our team members take pride in the work we do and embody our core values of safety, ownership, and teamwork every day; they are the true driving force in our operations.Challenge is proud to be one of the largest employee-owned automotive companies in North America. One of the many benefits of joining the Challenge team is the ESOP program. This program allows Challenge to give shares of the Company to all employee-owners annually. These shares are an additional retirement benefit that will continue to grow during your time at Challenge. Being part of an ESOP means our employee-owners share in Challenge’s success!Challenge is #QualityDriven and #PeoplePowered!POSITION PURPOSEResponsible for inspection, installation and repair of machines used for production and within the tool room and maintenance machining areas. In addition, build and re-build equipment for various manufacturing needsRESPONSIBILITIES AND RESULTSReasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Follow specified maintenance and repair procedures to install, maintain, and repair production machinery and toolsUtilize Plex to document appropriate downtime codesAbility to electrically troubleshoot issues using a meter **(level I certification)Knowledge of Press operation and functionalityBasic knowledge of Lubrication systems (operation & functionality)Ability to read and interpret mechanical prints for troubleshootingBasic troubleshooting skillset when working on mechanical issuesUse the following equipment safely: Basic LevelHand ToolsHand and Surface GrindersWheel PullerTorchesPipe ThreaderHydraulic JackWeldersScissor LiftLatheForkliftMilling MachineDrill PressesProactively participate in continuous improvement efforts and drive process, tooling, and equipment enhancements that will improve production efficiency and product qualityComplete and manage work orders via the Plex systemsPerform preventative maintenance and provide input on updates to preventative maintenance schedules (with guidance from Press Maintenance Mechanic II or III)SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGEStrong communication skillsStrong time management skillsAble to prioritize tasksValid forklift license issued by Challenge ManufacturingValid Scissor Lift license issued by Challenge ManufacturingBEHAVIORAL REQUIREMENTSHas high standards of performance for self. Takes responsibility for actions, results, and mistakes. Is thorough, accurate, and reliable when performing and completing job tasks; demonstrates honesty and integrity in all aspects of work.Takes positive action to objectively resolve conflict by listening, staying focused on issue to find resolution, and monitoring progress. Maintains positive relationships by constructively resolving conflicts.Uses feedback from others to continuously improve performance and work relationships.Moves within own and/or other work areas (flexes) to support plant flow. Works with sense of urgency to meet needs of customers.Has necessary experience, skills, and knowledge to perform all aspects of job; rotates through all job responsibilities. Maintains knowledge and skills to perform job effectively.Has ability to focus on benefits of change and see it as positive; approaches change or newness in constructive/objective manner; views change as learning opportunity.Looks for good in others; works collaboratively with others; shares information and knowledge.Updates and relays pertinent information to oncoming shiftIs at work when scheduled and ensures coverage when absent; takes timely breaks/lunches; uses time wisely.Must be able to understand and follow written and verbal workplace instructionsMust be able to work up to 12 hours per day including Saturday and SundayWORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL DEMANDSExposure to noise, fumes, dirt, heat, sparks, and smokeMay also be exposed to water, vibration, dust, grease, and oilExposure to high and low voltage components and systemsFrequently walks, bends, twists, turns, and lifts while performing functions of positionModerate-sized equipment used around work areaPossible cuts, scrapes, burns or bruisesEye protection required; hearing protection required; cut resistant arm guards required; cut resistant gloves requiredExposure to pinch points, rotating equipmentREQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCEEducationHigh School diploma or General Educational Development (GED)Proficient with Microsoft Applications (e.g. word, excel, outlook, etc).ExperienceMinimum of 2 years of Machine Repair experiencePneumatics and Hydraulics experienceBasic understanding of relevant Press controls and processesBasic understanding of common tool room equipment such as milling machines, drill presses, lathesPREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCEExperienceMinimum of five (5) years of Machine Repair experience preferredRobotics training (electrical, mechanical)Other DutiesPlease note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without written notice.