Mechanical Maintenance Tech

Commercial Vehicle Group•Michigan City, MI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Mechanical Maintenance Tech is responsible for maintaining automated assembly lines, stamping equipment, and robotic systems in a high-volume automotive manufacturing facility. This role involves diagnosing and repairing mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems, as well as performing preventative and predictive maintenance. The technician will also troubleshoot PLCs, support tooling changes, and ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations. Additionally, the role may involve assisting with automation and controls programming modifications, working with engineering to improve equipment performance, and participating in continuous improvement initiatives like TPM and lean manufacturing.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
1-2 years of related work experience and/or training experience.
Experience maintaining electronics, mechanics, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic equipment applications and repair.
Experience or equivalent education with programming and troubleshooting PLCs.
3+ years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
Mechanical troubleshooting (gearboxes, bearings, pneumatics, hydraulics).
Electrical troubleshooting (24V–480V systems).
Ability to read electrical schematics and mechanical drawings.
Basic welding and fabrication skills.
Strong problem-solving and diagnostic ability.
Sense of urgency and ownership.
Ability to work independently and in team-based environments.
Detail-oriented with strong safety mindset.
Ability to work flexible shifts (including nights/weekends if required).
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
Ability to stand, bend, and climb for extended periods.
Ability to work in manufacturing environment (heat, noise, moving equipment).
Applicants must be authorized to work in the country of the job posting location on a full-time basis.

Nice To Haves

Technical degree or certification in Industrial Maintenance, Mechatronics, Electrical Technology, Mechanical or related field preferred.
Experience in automotive or high-volume assembly operations preferred.
Experience with automated production equipment and robotics strongly preferred.
Forklift license, preferred.

Responsibilities

Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
Maintain automated assembly lines, stamping equipment, and robotic systems.
Perform preventative and predictive maintenance on motors, conveyors, presses, gearboxes, and PLC-controlled equipment.
Troubleshoot PLCs (Allen-Bradley, Siemens or equivalent) to identify and resolve production issues.
Replace sensors, drives, bearings, belts, and actuators as required.
Support tooling changes and line changeovers.
Read blueprint schematics, manuals, and other resource material to determine work procedures, faulty components, and the process of repair.
Maintain quick access to critical component parts for each machine and piece of equipment.
Calibrate, align, and balance machines and equipment.
Dismantle machines and equipment for repair or movement.
Operate diagnostic and repair equipment such as circuit testers, voltmeters, and other tools as required.
Perform electrical and electronic repairs to the component or board level.
May provide leadership to maintenance workers on special assignments.
Assess and recommend disposition on replacement or repair of equipment.
Handle hazardous materials and liquids such that spills and leaks are prevented and all such materials are contained in compliance with EPA requirements.
Participate on safety committee.
Monitor unscheduled machine downtime due to mechanical breakdown, electrical problems, wear and tear, etc.
Maintain logs as required on downed machines, preventative maintenance schedules, purchase orders, and on maintenance performed daily.
Perform various other duties as assigned.
Assist with programming modifications and system improvements (as qualified).
Work with engineering to improve uptime and equipment performance.
Follow lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures.
Maintain compliance with OSHA and company safety standards.
Participate in safety audits and continuous improvement initiatives.
Ensure all repairs meet commercial vehicle quality and safety requirements.
Identify recurring equipment failures and recommend corrective actions.
Participate in TPM (Total Productive Maintenance) initiatives.
Support lean manufacturing and uptime improvement projects.
Maintain accurate maintenance logs and documentation in CMMS.