Maintenance Technician Assistant

Means Industries • Shelby Charter Township, MI

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About The Position

Amsted Automotive’s TransForm Automotive Shelby Twp division is seeking a Maintenance Technician Assistant for the second shift, from 3 p.m. to 11 p.m., with a 15% shift premium. The role assists Maintenance Technicians with machine, building, and general maintenance as directed. Working alongside experienced maintenance professionals, the assistant helps troubleshoot, repair, and maintain equipment in a manufacturing facility while developing hands-on industrial maintenance skills.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Two years of plant maintenance experience desired.
• Some knowledge of stamping presses, conveyors, CNCs, washers, assembly machines, automation, and related machinery.
• Mechanical aptitude and interest in working on machinery and related equipment.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and related programs.
• Working knowledge of IATF16949, ISO 14001, and Q1 compliance criteria.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Excellent manual dexterity and ability to frequently lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work extended periods sitting, standing, lifting, bending, stooping, and performing repetitive motions.
• Ability to occasionally climb a ladder to service lights and ceiling fans.
• Ability to work necessary overtime if required.

Nice To Haves

• Some college, skilled-trades education, or coursework in mechanical, industrial, or electrical maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Learn and assist in maintaining equipment used in manufacturing operations.
• Work with Maintenance Technicians to troubleshoot and repair machinery and facility systems.
• Perform preventive maintenance tasks to improve equipment performance and reliability.
• Assist with press setups, machine adjustments, and continuous improvement projects.
• Safely operate forklifts and man lifts after receiving appropriate training.
• Follow safety procedures, including Lockout/Tagout practices.
• Document maintenance activities using work orders and maintenance systems.
• Support Lean Manufacturing initiatives and identify opportunities to improve efficiency.
• Work with production and maintenance teams to meet plant goals.
• Assist with machine, building, and general maintenance functions as directed.

Benefits

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• Incentive or annual bonus opportunity
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Prescription drug benefits
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation and time off
• Paid holidays, including 14 annual company-paid holidays
• Short-term disability
• Life and disability insurance
• Tuition or education expense reimbursement
• Health and wellness reimbursement
• Health savings account with company contribution
• Telehealth
• Onsite health screenings
• Mental health resources and employee assistance program
• Parental leave
• Training programs and career advancement opportunities
• Pet insurance and discount program
• Legal insurance
• Employee discounts and discount programs
• Employee recognition and rewards
• Workplace giving matching gift program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED