Machine Operator / Maintenance Technician

Oakwood Veneer Company•Troy, MI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Oakwood Veneer Company is seeking a hands-on Machine Operator / Maintenance Technician to operate production machinery, troubleshoot equipment issues, perform repairs, and complete preventative maintenance. This is a fast-paced manufacturing role where priorities may change throughout the day. The technician will assess problems, triage competing needs, move between tasks, and help keep equipment running while minimizing downtime. The role requires the ability to read schematics and perform basic machine maintenance. Training will be provided on Oakwood's specific machines and equipment, but prior machine repair, industrial maintenance, or related hands-on mechanical experience is required. The successful candidate will identify potential problems, respond to mechanical and production issues, work independently, communicate with the production team, and maintain a safe and organized work environment. This is a full-time daytime position in Troy, Michigan, generally scheduled Monday through Friday from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM. Effective pay is $22–$25 per hour depending on experience, with base pay of $21–$24 per hour. Total annual compensation is approximately $45,760–$52,000, not including possible overtime. Pay includes a $40 weekly incentive for working a full 40 hours on the clock. The company offers opportunities to build technical and maintenance skills and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Requirements

Experience in machine repair, industrial maintenance, or a related hands-on mechanical field.
Ability to read schematics.
Ability to perform basic machine maintenance.
Strong mechanical aptitude.
Ability to take initiative and work independently.
Ability to communicate with the production team and respond to changing priorities.

Responsibilities

Operate production machinery.
Troubleshoot equipment issues and perform repairs.
Complete preventative maintenance.
Assess equipment problems, triage competing needs, and move between tasks as priorities change.
Help keep equipment running and minimize downtime.
Identify potential problems and respond to mechanical and production issues.
Communicate with the production team while working independently.
Maintain a safe and organized work environment.