Machine Builder / Maintenance Technician

J.G. Kern Enterprises Inc.•Sterling Heights, MI

47d•$34 - $38•Onsite

About The Position

The Industrial Maintenance Technician is responsible for providing all aspects of industrial production equipment maintenance such as CNC machine repair / Machine Rebuilt(mechanical and electrical), automation, general building repairs, and troubleshooting equipment breakdowns. The working environment is exclusively on the plant floor.

Requirements

10+ years of experience working in an industrial maintenance role
Experience with pumps (diaphragm and centrifugal) drives e.g. gearbox, belts, chain, hydraulic, couplings, air motors, bearings, shafts, nuts, bolts, taps, and dies
Must have experience on CNC machines
Electrical experience: High voltage 460 volt 3 phase circuits, motor controls, low voltage
Must have work/repair experience on the following equipment: Okuma, Makino, Fuji, broach, Mazak, grinders, Fanuc controls
Must be able to work with minimal supervision and be available for overtime when needed
Must be able to work with a diverse group of coworkers
Stable work history and ability to come into work on time every scheduled day
Knowledge of pipe fitting, welding, electrical wiring, and general mechanics
Knowledge of industrial electrical, pneumatics, hydraulics, and schematics
Ability to troubleshoot and diagnose machine issues
Ability to comply with safety regulations and practice safe working habits
OSHA safety training and awareness
Certification in electrical safety, precision alignment, or vendor-specific systems

Responsibilities

Perform electrical and CNC machine repairs and mechanical alignments
Perform repairs on both production and non-production equipment such as broaches, grinders, polishers, etc.
Maintain and repair support equipment such as conveyors, elevators, and blenders
Complete regular preventative maintenance on machines, equipment, and plant facilities
Move and install machinery and automation components
Diagnose and repair mechanical failures (bearings, spindles, slides, ball screws)
Perform machine alignments and calibrations
Understand hydraulic and pneumatic systems
Troubleshoot and repair electrical systems (motors, drives, sensors, relays, transformers)
Interpret wiring diagrams, schematics, and ladder logic
Use multimeters, oscilloscopes, and other diagnostic tools
Familiarity with major CNC controls (Fanuc, Siemens, Haas, Mitsubishi, Heidenhain, Mazak)
Update and back up machine software and firmware
Reinstall and configure control systems and PLCs
Update firmware and install software patches
Systematic problem-solving using root cause analysis
Perform preventive and predictive maintenance checks
Analyze machine data and error logs to pinpoint faults
Properly lockout/tagout (LOTO) machinery during repairs
Read and interpret technical manuals, blueprints, and parts diagrams
Communicate effectively with machine operators, engineers, and management
Document repairs, parts used, and maintenance history accurately