Machine Operator Assistant Jobs in Killeen, TX (NOW HIRING)

High Autonomy, Top-Tier Pay (3rd shift)

Are you a skilled technician who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment? Do you enjoy working a 2nd shift? We are seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician to support our production operations. Starting at $38.75/hr, this role is for a proven troubleshooter who can keep high-tech machinery running at peak performance, lead problem-solving efforts, and champion floor safety.

• Troubleshoot & Repair: Diagnose and fix complex electrical, hydraulic, mechanical, and PLC (programmable controller) issues on the fly.

• Preventative Maintenance: Perform, track, and optimize scheduled PM activities, including routine fluid and oil changes.

• Support the Team: Collaborate with Process Engineers on system improvements and assist Supervisors in training machine operators on proper equipment use.

• Inventory & Upkeep: Manage replacement part inventory for your assigned cell and maintain pristine workspace housekeeping.

• Safety First: Strictly adhere to OSHA guidelines, read prints/schematics accurately, and participate in team problem-solving (8Ds, meetings).

Note: This is an advanced, high-paying technical role. You must be able to hit the ground running with zero hand-holding on core mechanical and electrical systems.

• The Experience: 3–5 years of industrial maintenance experience within a manufacturing environment. This is a non-negotioable requirement.

• The Technical Skillset: Proficient in PLC troubleshooting, hydraulics, electrical and mechanical systems, and operating various machining equipment. Must be fluent in electro-mechanics.

• The Communication: Ability to read/comprehend blueprints and schematics, write simple correspondence, and clearly present information to small groups.

• The Physical Capability: Must be comfortable standing, kneeling, climbing, working in tight or elevated spaces, and regularly lifting up to 50 lbs near moving mechanical parts.

• Highly competitive industry pay ($38/hr is average, can be higher depending on your skillset).

• A collaborative, problem-solving team culture.

• A stable, structured production environment with clear safety protocols.

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Responsibilities

• Maintain production equipment in optimal operating condition.
• Perform and track preventative maintenance activities.
• Assist assigned cell/area in troubleshooting and repairing equipment.
• Assist cell/area Supervisor in training associates in the proper use of equipment.
• Assure proper inventory levels of required replacement parts for cell/area equipment.
• Change oil on equipment as recommended by manufacturer.
• Follow all prescribed internal and manufacturer maintenance procedures.
• Assist the Process/Industrial Engineer in implementing process improvement changes.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping in work area.
• Participate in team problem solving activities (e.g., 8Ds, communication meetings, etc.).
• Responsible for following all internal and OSHA required safety procedures.
• Adherence to all company policies and procedures (e.g., Quality Manual, Associate Handbook, etc.).

• working in a smoke free environment
• wearing steel toe shoes
• working in a non-temperature controlled environment
• manual lifting up to 50lbs
• standing for 8 hours at one time
• working up to 5 hrs of overtime per week

Skills
• Mechanical Maintenance
• Electronic Maintenance
• Maintenance
• Blueprints
• Electrical
• General Maintenance
• Facilities Maintenance (2 years of experience is required)
• Manufacturing Environment (3 years of experience is preferred)
• plastic injection machine (1 year of experience is preferred)
• hydraulic schematics (1 year of experience is required)
• electronic schematics (1 year of experience is required)
• PLC systems and ladder logic (1 year of experience is required)
• troubleshooting using PLCs (1 year of experience is required)
• AC and DC circuits (1 year of experience is required)
• 3 phase motors (1 year of experience is required)
• 480V and 24V (1 year of experience is required)

Qualifications
• Years of experience: 3 years
• Experience level: Experienced

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Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).
This posting is open for thirty (30) days.