Rack Repair Specialist-1

Magna International; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k matching

Benefits after 6 months

Job summary

Magna International in Kentucky is seeking a skilled shop technician to build and repair racks and containers used in manufacturing. The role involves welding, operating shop equipment, reading blueprints, and applying engineering changes to rack fleets.

Teamwork and problem solving are essential in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities include inventory management, documentation, and implementing cost-reduction ideas while maintaining safety and quality.

Qualifications

• One year of continuous work experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to weld aluminum and steel utilizing wire feed welder.
• Forklift license required.
• Must read blueprints and sketch 3D drawings.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Able to pass basic welding and mechanical tests.
• Proficient with tape measure and basic math.
• High School diploma or GED required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain material inventory for racks and related components.
• Construct and build racks from prototype drawings (cutting, welding).
• Complete engineering changes to rack fleets as required.
• Assist in disposal of obsolete racks (ship, tear down).
• Repair and maintenance of racks and containers.
• Operate shop equipment (drill press, band saw, welder, plasma torch).
• Document activities and submit cost reduction ideas.
• Travel as required; overtime may be needed.
• Keep a clean, safe work area and participate in continuous improvement.

Skills

Welding (aluminum & steel)

Blueprint reading

Problem solving

Teamwork

Communication skills

Math skills

Organizational skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Tape measure

Drill press

Band saw

Welding torch

Job description

**Job Responsibilities:*** Maintains material inventory used in the development and repair of racks. (Steel, plastic, foam, dunnage, etc.)* Constructs and builds racks using prototype detailed drawings (cutting, welding, etc.)* Complete engineering changes to rack fleets as required.* Assists in the disposal of obsolete customer and Nascote owned racks (ship, tear down, etc.)* Participates in team-oriented problem solving initiatives.* Inventory and update essential rack information on all Nascote and customer owned racks.* Organizes and maintains rack repair shop equipment and tools.* Repair and maintenance of racks and containers.* Operates shop equipment such as drill press, band saw, welder, hand tools, cutting tools, shearing machine and plasma torch.* Maintains an acceptable attendance record and works overtime as required.* Assists in trouble shooting of manufacturing problems related to racks, containers, and part protection foam.* Work with all paint line materials used for production. Performing assembly and repair work of t-stands, pods, bucks and buck racks.* Maintains a clean and safe work area.* Participates in department initiatives: ie) business plan development and execution, problem solving teams, QOS.* Completes documentation of activities as required.* Submits cost reduction and Innovation ideas.* Travels as required.* Performs other tasks as assigned.* Required - One year continuous work experience in a manufacturing environment with duties closely related to the essential functions.* Must demonstrate ability to weld aluminum and steel utilizing wire feed welder.* Preferred - Mechanical repair and organizational tasks.* Forklift license required. Must have general computer proficiency and good math skills.* Must have good problem solving skills and ability to follow technical instructions requiring interpretation and judgment.* Must have good organizational skills, such as planning and laying out a project.* Must work well with others. Must have good communication skills - both verbal and written.* Must have the ability to read blueprints, understand and sketch 3D drawings.* Must be able to pass a basic welding test and mechanical test.* Must be able to work independently and be self-motivated.* Must be proficient using tape measure.* Required - High School diploma or GED.* Preferred - A.S. or Trade School technical degree in welding or mechanical repair.Benefits:401k and matching at 6 months.