Sr Maintenance Technician - PLC

Tenneco•South Bend, IN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

At Tenneco, we don’t follow industry standards; we set them, and we don’t settle for being best-in-class because we hustle to be better than best-in-class. Whether it’s our Core Values – radical candor, simplify, organizational velocity, tenacious execution and win – or our Get Stuff Done (GSD) mindset, we’re determined to become the most trusted partner and best manufacturer and distributor to the transportation industry. With a product portfolio as expansive as it is innovative, an obsessive commitment to quality and excellence, and a global presence, we’re all about getting stuff done, so we can win. How do we make it happen? Through the Tenneco Way. Fueled by our Core Values, a winning mindset and a relentless commitment to excellence, the Tenneco Way is how we win. It’s what keeps Team Tenneco bold, driven, and unapologetically focused on pushing past limits and redefining success. Here, you’ll work alongside a team of relentless problem-solvers who are committed to making a tangible impact. If you’re ready to break boundaries, deliver results, and enjoy the ride along the way, you’ll thrive here. Want to learn more about who we are? Check out our website to discover the Tenneco Way GENERAL SUMMARY Under the direction of the Maintenance Manager, the Maintenance Technician installs, maintains, and repairs production, facility, and support equipment to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient plant operations. This advanced role requires strong PLC expertise for troubleshooting, diagnostics, and modification of automated systems; maintenance support of MIG and TIG welding equipment and related environmental controls; and active participation in 5S and workplace organization initiatives. The position also requires effective communication, teamwork, and the ability to work collaboratively with personnel at all levels to support continuous improvement and operational excellence.This position is responsible for contributing to a safe work place and minimizing negative environmental impacts by complying with the EHS policies, procedures, work instructions outlined in the EHSMS Training Assessment for this position.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent GED required.
Journeyman Maintenance status, or equivalent of approximately four to ten years prior experience as a Maintenance Technician.
Demonstrated strong PLC expertise, including online troubleshooting, diagnostics, and basic program modifications in commonly used industrial PLC platforms.
Experience maintaining and supporting MIG and TIG welding equipment and associated ventilation or environmental control systems, and overhead cranes, rigging, and lifting devices.
Ability to read and interpret schmatics, writing diagrams, blueprints, and technical manuals.
Strong communication and teamwork skills with the ability to work collaboratively with operations, engineering, welders, EHS, and maintenance personnel.
Effective problem-solving skills with a focus on root cause anayalysis and permanent corrective actions.
Must be willing and able to be trained or have specialized training in areas such as OSHA, IOSHA, DOT, Haz Mat, and RCRA.
Frequently stands, walks, bends, stoops, kneels, crouches, and reaches while performing preventative and corrective maintenance throughout the plant.
Regularly uses hands and arms to grasp, manipulate, assemble, adjust, and operate tools, equipment, controls, and computer interfaces, including PLC programming devices.
Must be able to lift, carry, push, and/or pull tools, materials, and equipment weighing up to 60 to 80 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Climbs ladders, stairs, and platforms and works at heights while inspecting, repairing, or installing equipment, including overhead cranes and lifting devices.
Works in confined spaces and varied positions, including standing for extended periods and working in awkward or tight areas.
Requires visual acuity to read PLC interfaces, diagnostic screens, schematics, and technical documentation, and to observe equipment operation and safety conditions.
Tolerates exposure to typical manufacturing conditions, including moving mechanical parts, welding fumes, noise, vibration, dust, and temperature variations.
Uses required personal protective equipment (PPE), including safety glasses, gloves, hard hats, ventilation equipment, and any other equipment assigned.
Must be able to maintain body equilibrium (balance) to prevent falling when walking, standing, crouching on slippery or dirty surfaces.
Must be able to frequently reach, handle, and manipulate finger motion.
Must have good near acuity (clarity of vision at 20” or less) as well as good depth perception (three-dimensional vision).

Nice To Haves

Additional numerical control or computerized numerical control machine experience is desirable along with hydraulic and pneumatic systems experience.

Responsibilities

Implements and sustains the Preventative Maintenance Program, including performing required scheduled maintenance on all machines and equipment in accordance with manufacturer‑recommended maintenance schedules. Maintenance activities occur on a regular and ongoing basis.
Maintains production equipment and machinery throughout all areas of the plant, ensuring equipment functions to specification. Responds to and repairs machine breakdowns on a continuous basis and maintains a strong working knowledge of manufacturing equipment, controls, and processes.
Troubleshoots mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and logic‑based control issues, using systematic problem‑solving techniques to identify root causes and implement permanent corrective actions.
Demonstrates strong PLC capability including online troubleshooting, diagnostics, program modification, and support of automated equipment and processes; serves as a technical resource for PLC‑related issues and continuous improvement opportunities.
Performs maintenance and troubleshooting on welding equipment, ventilation, and environmental control systems, ensuring proper operation and compliance with safety and environmental requirements.
Maintains non‑production and facility equipment as required, including compressors and other building support systems.
Supports Mig and Tig welding maintenance needs, including equipment upkeep and environmental prevention practices related to welding fumes, smoke, and particulate control, ensuring proper containment, filtration, and safe operation.
Conducts shop repairs involving both mechanical and electrical work.
Installs new equipment and safely performs rigging, moving, and positioning of machinery, including operation, inspection, and maintenance support of overhead cranes and lifting devices in accordance with safety standards.
Actively participates in and supports 5S and workplace organization initiatives, maintaining clean, orderly, and efficient work areas and identifying opportunities for improvement.
Utilizes computer systems and maintenance software effectively for documentation, diagnostics, and communication.
Works on special projects and continuous improvement initiatives as assigned by the Maintenance Manager.
Work safe, smart, and effectively.
Do your best.
Support teamwork.
Respect fellow Team Members.
Continue learning.
Be on time.
Abide by our values.
Demonstrate high standards of performance, integrity, and ethics.
Have a positive attitude.
Focus on quality.
Keep your work area clean and organized.
Take ownership, responsibility, and accountability for your actions.
Initiate continuous improvement.
Treat the business as if you own it.
Ensures compliance with all EHSMS policies and procedures.
Instructs on safe work practices and promotes safety consciousness while practicing safety procedures, enforcing policy regarding safety and making recommendations when needed.
Sees that company policies and programs are effectively made known; cooperates and assists in the development of effective communications.
Promotes a positive employer-employee relation.
Maintains inter-departmental relationships of such a caliber as to promote confidence, integrity and cooperation.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee must have the ability to maneuver around plant machinery, work near moving mechanical parts and work in an environment with varying temperatures. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
Each employee has the authority to initiate action to prevent the occurrence of non-conformities relating to the product, process and quality system and has the authority to stop further work on non-conforming suspect product until the deficiency or conditions have been corrected.
All employees will abide by their location’s EH&S policy endorsed by the local management, comply with the legal and other requirements and operational controls established under its EHSMS, work toward achieving established objectives and targets, and conform to procedures consistent with the ISO 14001 standard. All employees will also understand all of the environmental aspects of his/her job. An employee should report, and if necessary stop, any activity that does not conform to the policy or may injure himself/herself.
Capable of providing support as requested by supervisor.
Strives for maintaining LEAN principles and Continuous Improvement.
Other duties as assigned