Maintenance Technician

Gestamp•Lapeer, MI

21d

About The Position

With presence in more than 20 countries, Gestamp is a leading international group specializing in the design, development, and manufacture of metal automotive components. Our commitment to innovation drives us to create safer, lighter vehicles while minimizing energy consumption and environmental impact. JOB SUMMARY Repair and maintain stamping presses, servo feeding equipment, assembly and machining centers, robotic welders and general building electrical maintenance.

Requirements

HS diploma/GED + advanced technical training in electrical, mechanical, pneumatics, hydraulics, and PLCs.
5 years previous employment in a manufacturing environment – automotive preferred.

Nice To Haves

Prefer USDOL Journeyman’s certificate or equivalent work experience or skills training.

Responsibilities

Follow Standardized Work Instructions.
Mechanical maintenance of large stamping presses and feed line equipment.
Plumbing basic repair, replace drains, run pipe threader.
Maintenance of air compressors and air driers.
Conveyor systems air, electric and vibro units.
Hydraulic pumps, trash pumps, oil pumps.
Welding arc, mig tig and spot basic knowledge.
Manlifts, ladders, roof work, and outside work.
Must follow all OSHA and plant safety rules including lock-out tag-out, etc.
Rebuilding of cylinders and pumps of all kinds.
Fabricating of scrap trays, chutes, and work benches.
Supports the teams in operational improvement.
Develops Initial Standard Work Practices with the teams.
Provides emergency/unscheduled repairs of production equipment during production and performs scheduled maintenance and repairs of production equipment during machine service.
Prepares and sets up machinery for scheduled production runs.
Performs mechanical skills including, but not limited to, mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic troubleshooting and repair of production machines.
Reads and interprets equipment manuals and work orders to perform required maintenance and service.