Press Maintenance Technician - McCalla, AL

Gestamp; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Gestamp is seeking a Maintenance Press Technician for its McCalla, AL facility. The role involves machine setup, troubleshooting, repairs, and preventive maintenance to keep production lines running efficiently.

Responsibilities include mechanical maintenance of large stamping presses, hydraulic/pneumatic systems, welding, and ensuring OSHA safety rules. A HS diploma plus advanced training and 5 years in manufacturing (auto preferred) are expected; forklift and crane licenses are desirable.

Qualifications

• HS diploma/GED with advanced technical training in electrical, mechanical, pneumatics, hydraulics and PLCs.
• USDOL Journeyman’s certificate or equivalent work experience or skills training.
• 5 years of previous employment in a manufacturing environment – automotive preferred.

Responsibilities

• Follow Standardized Work Instructions.
• Mechanical maintenance of large stamping presses and feed line equipment.
• Plumbing basic repair, replace drains, run pipe threader.
• Maintenance of air compressors and air driers.
• Conveyor systems air, electric and vibro units.
• Hydraulic pumps, trash pumps, oil pumps.
• Welding arc, MIG/TIG and spot basic knowledge.
• Must follow all OSHA and plant safety rules, including lock-out tag-out, etc.
• Rebuilding of cylinders and pumps of all kinds.
• Fabricating of scrap trays, chutes, and work benches.
• Supports the teams in operational improvement.
• Develops Initial Standard Work Practices with the teams.
• Provides emergency/unscheduled repairs of production equipment during production and performs scheduled maintenance and repairs of production equipment during machine service.
• Prepares and sets up machinery for scheduled production runs.
• Performs mechanical skills, including but not limited to, mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic troubleshooting and repair of production machines.
• Reads and interprets equipment manuals and work orders to perform required maintenance and service.
• Any other duties deemed necessary or appropriate.

Skills

PLC and ladder logic troubleshooting

Electrical schematic reading

Hydraulic and pneumatic schematics

Voltage troubleshooting 5V–480V

Education

HS diploma/GED plus advanced technical training in electrical, mechanical, pneumatics, hydraulics, and PLCs

USDOL Journeyman’s certificate or equivalent

5 years manufacturing experience (auto preferred)

Tools

PLC Design software

Spreadsheet software

Word processing software

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Press Maintenance Technician - McCalla, AL

Location: US Gestamp Alabama - McCalla, US, US Gestamp

Date: Oct 13, 2026

Short Description

Maintenance Press Technician conducts machine setup, troubleshooting, repairs, and preventive maintenance service.

JOB SUMMARY

Maintenance Press Technician conducts machine setup, troubleshooting, repairs, and preventive maintenance service.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Follow Standardized Work Instructions.
• Mechanical maintenance of large stamping presses and feed line equipment.
• Plumbing basic repair, replace drains, run pipe threader.
• Maintenance of air compressors and air driers.
• Conveyor systems air, electric and vibro units.
• Hydraulic pumps, trash pumps, oil pumps.
• Welding arc, MIG/TIG and spot basic knowledge.
• Manlifts, ladders, roof work, and outside work.
• Must follow all OSHA and plant safety rules, including lock-out tag-out, etc.
• Rebuilding of cylinders and pumps of all kinds.
• Fabricating of scrap trays, chutes, and work benches.
• Supports the teams in operational improvement.
• Develops Initial Standard Work Practices with the teams.
• Provides emergency/unscheduled repairs of production equipment during production and performs scheduled maintenance and repairs of production equipment during machine service.
• Prepares and sets up machinery for scheduled production runs.
• Performs mechanical skills, including but not limited to, mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic troubleshooting and repair of production machines.
• Reads and interprets equipment manuals and work orders to perform required maintenance and service.
• Any other duties deemed necessary or appropriate.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• HS diploma/GED + advanced technical training in electrical, mechanical, pneumatics, hydraulics, and PLCs.
• Prefer USDOL Journeyman’s certificate or equivalent work experience or skills training.
• 5 years of previous employment in a manufacturing environment – automotive preferred.

Other Skills and Abilities

Work with PLC and ladder logic controls troubleshooting. Electrical schematic reading ability along with hydraulic and pneumatic schematics. Electrical background with the ability to troubleshoot relay logic of voltages ranging from 5volt to 480 volt.

Computer Skills

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of PLC Design software; Spreadsheet software and Word Processing software.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Must be willing to obtain a forklift license, overhead crane license as well as an elevated lift license.

Other Skills and Abilities

Work with PLC and ladder logic controls troubleshooting. Electrical schematic reading ability along with hydraulic and pneumatic schematics. Electrical background with the ability to troubleshoot relay logic of voltages ranging from 5volt to 480 volt.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and seek to hire the best candidate regardless of age, beliefs, disability, ethnicity, gender or sexual orientation.

About us

We are a multi-technology company present in over 20 countries and our team of over 40,000 is made up of 90 different nationalities. They are the driving force of our company, which designs, develops and produces parts for over 900 models of the leading vehicle manufacturers, and enable us to be one of the top suppliers worldwide.

Do you have what it takes to build the future of mobility with us?

• You will be joining a leading international group in the automotive sector with a clear commitment to innovation, a trail-blazer in Industry 4.0 and engaged with ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) criteria.
• This is an opening to build a career in a global environment with many opportunities to grow both professionally and personally by participating and leading innovative and international projects.
• You will find a supportive and friendly environment where the emphasis is on team work, continuous improvement, trust, a dynamic spirit and thinking outside the box, and a passion for a job well done.
• You will be working with highly qualified professionals as Gestamp is committed to the ongoing training of our teams.