Mechanical Technician - Automation & Mfg. Equipment

Dart Container•Mason, MI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Are you a hands-on mechanical professional who enjoys working with automation systems, manufacturing equipment, and machine improvements? We're looking for Mechanical Technicians to support the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement of automated production equipment used throughout our manufacturing operations. In this role, you'll partner with Engineering, Production, and Maintenance teams to keep equipment running efficiently while supporting automation projects, equipment upgrades, and new technology implementation. You'll have opportunities to work on projects that directly impact safety, quality, productivity, and operational excellence.

Requirements

Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills
Experience using hand tools, power tools, and machine shop equipment
Computer proficiency with the ability to document work, troubleshooting activities, and equipment findings
Ability to read and interpret production and equipment data within L2L
Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Windows experience
Experience working with automated manufacturing equipment
Ability to communicate findings and provide detailed reports to engineering and production teams
Associate degree in Mechanical Technology, Machining, or similar field with at least 1 year of related experience; OR high school diploma/GED with at least 2 years of related manufacturing, machining, maintenance, or installation experience.
Experience troubleshooting industrial equipment.
Experience working with hand tools, power tools, mills, lathes, grinders, and other machine shop equipment.
Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings.
Basic knowledge of pneumatics and electrical systems.
Computer skills including Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Windows applications.
Associate degree in Mechanical Technology, Machining, or related field with at least 3 years of experience; or high school diploma/GED with at least 5 years of related experience.
Advanced troubleshooting experience with automated manufacturing equipment.
Experience leading equipment upgrades, machine improvements, or technical projects.
Knowledge of continuous improvement and quality tools such as SPC, 5S, FMEA, Root Cause Analysis, and DOE.
Strong computer skills with the ability to analyze equipment data and communicate findings effectively.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and provide technical leadership.

Nice To Haves

Welding experience (MIG/TIG) preferred
Experience with CAD software and GD&T preferred.
Experience using manufacturing reporting and production tracking systems is preferred.

Responsibilities

Assemble, install, test, operate, troubleshoot, and repair manufacturing and automation equipment.
Diagnose mechanical issues and perform repairs on production equipment and tooling.
Fabricate and modify machine components using machine shop equipment and hand tools.
Support automation upgrades, machine improvements, and equipment reliability initiatives.
Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, bills of materials, and technical documentation.
Perform MIG and TIG welding repairs as needed.
Use CAD software to support basic machine component design.
Maintain equipment documentation, repair records, and test results.
Track parts inventory and order replacement components.
Document completed work and communicate troubleshooting findings using computer-based systems.
Work closely with Engineering and Production teams to improve safety, quality, efficiency, and uptime.
Mentor and support less experienced technicians.
Troubleshoot and repair complex automated manufacturing equipment and systems.
Lead advanced equipment improvement and automation projects.
Design and develop machine components using CAD software.
Identify and initiate Engineering Change Orders (ECOs).
Participate in equipment development, validation, and process improvement initiatives.
Apply advanced troubleshooting and root cause analysis techniques to improve equipment performance.
Support quality and continuous improvement efforts using data-driven methodologies.
Serve as a technical resource and mentor for technicians and project teams