Press Maintenance Technician - McCalla, ALTechnician

Gestamp; Alabama; Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Gestamp Alabama in McCalla, AL, is seeking a Maintenance Press Technician to perform machine setup, troubleshooting, repairs and preventive maintenance on large stamping presses and line equipment.

You will read manuals, follow safety rules, and collaborate with teams to improve operations; requires HS diploma and 5 years manufacturing experience, with USDOL Journeyman or equivalent preferred.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED with advanced 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.

Responsibilities

• Follow standardized work instructions.
• Mechanical maintenance of large stamping presses and feed line equipment.
• Repair plumbing, replace drains, and run pipe threader.
• Maintain air compressors and air driers.
• Service conveyor systems; air, electric, and vibro units.
• Maintain hydraulic pumps and related equipment.
• Weld arc, MIG/TIG and basic spot welding.
• Work on manlifts and roof access; comply with safety rules.
• Follow lock-out/tag-out and OSHA rules.
• Rebuild cylinders and pumps; fabricate scrap trays and benches.
• Support teams in operational improvements; develop initial standard work.
• Provide emergency repairs during production and scheduled maintenance.
• Prepare machinery for scheduled production runs.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Read equipment manuals and work orders to perform maintenance.
• Undertake other duties as needed.

Skills

PLC & ladder

Electrical

Mechanical

Hydraulics & pneumatics

Schematic reading

Education

HS diploma/tech training

Journeyman cert

5 yrs manufacturing exp

Tools

PLC design software

Spreadsheet software

Word processing

Job description

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

Date: Sep 24, 2026

Short Description

With presence in more than 20 countries, Gestamp is a leading international group specializing in the design, development, and manufacture of metal automotive components. Our commitment to innovation drives us to create safer, lighter vehicles that minimize energy consumption and reduce environmental impact.

JOB SUMMARY

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

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

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

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

1.HS diploma/GED + advanced technical training in electrical, mechanical, pneumatics, hydraulics, and PLCs.
2.Prefer USDOL Journeyman’s certificate or equivalent work experience or skills training.
3.5 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.