Maintenance Technician

AAM - American Axle & Manufacturing•Mebane, NC

76d•Onsite

About The Position

A Maintenance Technician is responsible for troubleshooting problems and for the repair and maintenance of all manufacturing and facilities equipment. They will perform and contribute to the development and completion of the preventative (PM) / Predictive (PdM) maintenance program, implement Continuous Improvement Actions throughout the plant, and train operators on basic maintenance skills to develop a true Autonomous Maintenance system. Priority is placed on any safety issues that arise and need to be addressed in the plant. The technician will provide hands-on technical support for down equipment coverage and/or project coverage, be responsive and dedicated to meeting production needs and requirements, and perform installation, corrective maintenance, or preventive/predictive maintenance on all equipment and tooling as assigned. They will also be responsible for managing their individual development and improvement through the IPS System and utilize CMMS for work order tracking and closure. Monitoring spares & equipment levels for facility equipment and flagging shortages, obsolescence, and inventory requirements are also key duties. The role may involve any other duties as specified by the Maintenance Supervisor.

Requirements

Reading electrical schematics and hardwiring to prints.
Troubleshooting electrical systems via electrical test equipment (multi-meters, amp probes, data recorders, etc.).
Strong ability to troubleshoot AC motors and controls to 480Vac 3 phase & DC motors and controls to 180Vdc.
Working knowledge and troubleshooting of servo drives and motors (Specifically AB motors with AB Kinetix drives).
Strong knowledge of sensors including proximity switches, reed switches, color sensors, laser sensors.
Interfacing PCs to PLC controllers & Troubleshooting via PLCs including but not limited to Allen Bradley PLCs.
Performing PdM activities including thermographic imaging, ultrasonic, vibration analysis, and oil analysis.
Troubleshooting pneumatic, hydraulic, power transmissions systems.
Operating machine tools (mills, lathes, breaks).
Welding processes.
Familiarity with Chilled Water Systems, HVAC Units, Air Compressors (up to 150hp), Power Distribution Systems (from secondary side of utility transformer to the assembly equipment), Fire Suppression and Sprinkler Systems.
High School Diploma or GED.
2 year college degree in Industrial Systems or equivalent field and 2 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment OR Minimum 5 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment.
Must be willing to work altered shift schedules as needed to support the business.
Daily and Weekend Overtime will be required to complete duties of the position.
Personal Computer System Skills required (MS Office Suite preferred).
Complete interview, reference checks and medical examination.

Nice To Haves

NEC License is preferred.
Having working knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC License is preferred).

Responsibilities

Troubleshooting problems and for the repair and maintenance of all manufacturing and facilities equipment.
Performing and contributing to the development and completion of the preventative (PM) / Predictive (PdM) maintenance program.
Implementing Continuous Improvement Actions throughout the plant.
Training operators on basic maintenance skills in order to develop a true Autonomous Maintenance system.
Prioritizing safety issues that arise and need to be addressed in the plant.
Performing troubleshooting and repair functions on all equipment to support productivity and reliability throughout the facility.
Providing hands-on technical support for down equipment coverage and/or project coverage.
Training of operators to perform autonomous maintenance tasks.
Being responsive and dedicated to meeting production needs and requirements.
Performing installation, corrective maintenance or preventive/predictive maintenance on all equipment and tooling as assigned.
Developing PM / PdM Plans for production equipment.
Inspecting and correcting problem areas on systems to ensure proper operating conditions.
Referring complex situations to Maintenance Team Lead or Maintenance Supervisor.
Handling Continuous Improvement Projects in the production areas of the facility.
Providing feedback to the team and Engineering functions about areas in need of improvement and ideas for implementation.
Working with Plant Teams on Problem Solving & Kaizen Activities.
Continuously working to improve the level of housekeeping in not only the facilities and maintenance areas but throughout the plant.
Managing individual development and improvement through the IPS System.
Utilizing CMMS for work order tracking and closure.
Monitoring spares & equipment levels for facility equipment and flagging up shortages, obsolescence and inventory requirements.
Performing any other duties as specified by Maintenance Supervisor.