Journeyman Machine Repair

Means Industries•Saginaw, MI

About The Position

Amsted Automotive Group, Propulsion Systems, is seeking a Journeyman Machine Repair to maintain and repair production machinery and equipment and support operational efficiency. The role includes responding to machine downtime and performing proactive maintenance to prevent future issues. It also involves routine repair and upkeep of plant facilities, including plumbing, carpentry, and basic building maintenance. The Journeyman uses mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic skills to diagnose, repair, adjust, and test equipment, and uses tools and machines to fabricate parts when needed. The role requires following safety protocols, keeping work areas safe and organized, and completing maintenance documentation and data collection.

Requirements

Complete a formal apprenticeship program or an equivalent eight-year training program recognized by the skilled trades committee.
Have a strong understanding of precision measuring and gauging tools.
Demonstrate attention to detail and precision to minimize the risk of damage during operations.
Commit to safety and quality in all aspects of work.
Be able to diagnose and repair production equipment, including mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
Operate precision measuring tools such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges and interpret their readings.
Have strong knowledge and experience with lathes, mills, and grinding machinery.
Safely operate machine tools and hand tools common to the trade and perform high-precision tasks.
Provide and maintain a personal toolbox with the tools necessary for the role; tooling reimbursement is provided with an annual limit.
Rig heavy machine parts or machinery.
Maintain reliable attendance within scheduled shifts.
Work independently or as a member of a team.

Responsibilities

Install, troubleshoot, and maintain production machinery and equipment; perform emergency repairs and routine preventive maintenance.
Conduct routine maintenance and repair of facilities, including plumbing, carpentry, and basic building upkeep.
Use mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic skills to diagnose and repair equipment issues.
Diagnose problems, repair or replace parts, test equipment, and make adjustments to optimize performance.
Perform scheduled preventive maintenance on production machines, equipment, and plant facilities.
Use tools and machines to fabricate parts or repair equipment as needed.
Read and interpret blueprints, equipment manuals, and work orders to perform maintenance and repairs.
Identify faulty manufacturing processes or defective materials and communicate issues to operations management.
Follow safety protocols, including lock-out/tag-out procedures, and keep work areas clean, organized, and safe.
Complete work orders, maintenance records, replacement-part orders, and other required data collection.
Perform other duties assigned by the supervisor based on operational needs.