About The Position

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for programming PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers), troubleshooting and repairing faults, and ensuring maximum production uptime. The role also performs preventive and breakdown maintenance on the department’s assembly conveyors and automatic warehousing system. It operates within defined corporate policies and procedures, exercising judgment appropriate to its level of responsibility and escalating matters as required. The position has no supervisory responsibilities. The technician maintains high-tech automotive plant production equipment, performs equipment testing and calibration, supports equipment installations and upgrades, and maintains engineering documentation and maintenance records. The role also supports safe, compliant hazardous-material management under applicable Alabama and federal regulations and maintains required safety and workplace standards.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Ability to speak and write fluently in both Korean and English.
  • Electrical maintenance skills and ability to read and interpret electrical blueprints.
  • Ability to program and troubleshoot PLC systems.
  • General knowledge of pneumatic, hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical systems.
  • Knowledge of Total Productive Maintenance (TPM).
  • Experience with fabrication.
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
  • Ability to stand, walk, stoop, climb ladders and stairs, crouch, crawl, and kneel.
  • Ability to lift 40 pounds unassisted.
  • Ability to work in confined spaces and be exposed to multiple chemicals.

Nice To Haves

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
  • Five or more years of experience with PLC systems.
  • Working knowledge of robotics and robot repair.
  • Four years of industrial maintenance experience with an emphasis on electrical repair.

Responsibilities

  • Test PLC programs using standard test equipment and analyze results to evaluate performance and determine required adjustments.
  • Perform preventive maintenance and calibration of equipment and systems.
  • Read blueprints, wiring diagrams, schematic drawings, and engineering instructions for assembling PLC programs.
  • Repair and maintain high-tech automotive plant production equipment.
  • Troubleshoot equipment problems and optimize PLC systems to meet desired specifications and qualities.
  • Adjust and replace defective or improperly functioning circuitry and electrical components of PLC systems and automation machinery.
  • Provide user applications and engineering support and recommendations for new and existing equipment installations, upgrades, and enhancements.
  • Set up and conduct tests of complete units and components under operational conditions to investigate proposals for improving equipment performance.
  • Coordinate with engineers to determine the tools, materials, and equipment needed to maintain, troubleshoot, and repair PLC systems, automation equipment, and machinery.
  • Develop maintenance procedures for electrical equipment to maximize service life and utilization.
  • Coordinate test-runs of motion sensors, signal processors, and conveyor systems, and configure them to meet engineering needs.
  • Analyze electrical circuit layouts, diagnose function and compatibility with operational standards, and write maintenance reports to prevent recurring malfunctions.
  • Maintain engineering documentation, including functional specifications and standard operating procedures.
  • Program and troubleshoot department PLCs and implement corrective actions.
  • Monitor and maintain DC motors, A and B contacts, and timer relays.
  • Complete repair logs and downtime reports and provide timely feedback to management.
  • Handle, store, or otherwise manage hazardous materials in compliance with applicable regulations established by ADEM and the EPA; participate in hazardous-material training as required.
  • Maintain 3R5S standards in work areas and with maintenance property and equipment, report results, and suggest improvements.
  • Perform scheduled weekend, holiday, and shutdown tasks and report results.
  • Comply with PPE, OSHA, and MAL safety standards and report recognized hazards.
  • Record equipment-related process data required by ADEM and the OEM.
  • Maintain prompt, regular, and predictable attendance and physical presence during scheduled work hours.
  • Work overtime and weekends as required.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
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