Maintenance Technician - Industrial, 1st Shift

Maintenance Technician

Variety Die & Stamping Co. is a superior manufacturer of precision stampings and assemblies located in Dexter, Michigan. We have been in operation since 1954 as an established domestic and global supplier for the automotive and lawn & garden industries. Variety Die & Stamping Co. is an ISO 9001:2015 certified company with an emphasis on continuous improvement.

Our growing privately owned company is seeking a full-time Maintenance Tech. This position will work closely with Operations and Purchasing to perform preventive and reactive maintenance on manufacturing equipment.

Job Overview

The Maintenance Technician will be responsible for set-up, maintenance and troubleshooting of production equipment, under minimal supervision.

This role will require technical expertise ensure products meet quality standards and customer expectations. You will be expected to adhere to established procedures to provide a safe working environment, including complying with OSHA, ISO, and related company policies and practices.

The ideal candidate will be able to troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair or coordinate with the appropriate supplier, any issues that arise. Issues may include, and are not limited to; robotic, mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic. Additionally, you will have the ability lead and mentor teammates.

Company will provide equipment specific training as needed.

Daily Activity

· Work with managers, appropriate team members, and suppliers to discuss and resolve any equipment maintenance problems

· Set up fixtures/tooling for secondary operations including resistance welders, robotic welders, assembly machines, small presses, and more

· Preventative maintenance

· Reactive maintenance

· Work with Purchasing to request external parts and services as needed

· Notify management concerning need for major repairs

Maintain service records of all machinery and equipment

· Some machining, welding, and operating as needed

· Operate a variety of hand and power tools; wrenches, ratchets, hammers, chisels, pry-bars, grinders, saws, drills, impact wrench, etc.

· Must be able to follow basic safety procedures and precautions, including the storage and disposal of chemical products

· Maintain current maintenance software and be involved in the transition to PLEX ERP

Requirements

· Must have your own tools

· Helpful experience includes:

o Robotics

o Mechanical and hydraulic presses

o Conveyors

o Smart PAC systems

o PLC and/or electrical control systems

o Welding

o Sprayer systems

o ERP systems (ideally PLEX)

o Fanuc controls

· Ability to

o Read and interpret blueprints and schematics

o Use calipers and measuring tools

· Ability to use logic and reasoning to identify alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems and highly resourceful with skills in problem-solving and critical thinking

· Ability to independently prioritize and complete projects by deadlines

· Ambitious, positive and self-motivated

· Ability to effectively and respectfully interact with employees at all levels

· Basic computer/software skills

· Ability to supervise and lead a team

· Must have reliable transportation, good attendance and a good attitude

Physical Requirements

While performing this job, you will be required to stand, walk, sit, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop or kneel, talk and hear, and use fingers and hands to feel objects, tools or controls. Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Specific vision, depth perceptions, and the ability to adjust focus.

Education

· High School diploma or equivalent preferred

· Relevant technical school or trade school preferred

Compensation and Benefits:

Qualified candidates will receive a comprehensive compensation plan including: competitive pay, premium medical benefits (BCN/BCBS low deductible health insurance, dental, vision, STD/LTD, and life insurance), annual bonus program, PTO, paid holidays, signing bonus, referral bonuses, profit sharing, and an unprecedented 401k match of 15% of the total allowable employee contribution.

NOTE: VISA Sponsorship is not available. We can only consider US Citizens at this time.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $35.00 per hour

Benefits:

Work Location: In person