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Description
We're glad you're exploring our Maintenance Tech position and want to share some of the details.
Why this role stands out

• No Weekends (consistent Monday through Friday schedule)
• Voluntary overtime only
• HVAC Controlled Production Working Environment
• Shift Premium Pay (for 2nd and 3rd Shifts)
• Day-one benefits eligibility for PTO and holiday pay
• Stable safety-focused team, low turnover

At Fort Wayne Metals, we specialize in producing top-quality wires, cables, and assemblies designed to enhance and safeguard lives. Our products are used in everything from our customers' stents and surgical robots to aircraft and automobiles. At our essence, we are thinkers, innovators, and problem solvers, leveraging our knowledge of materials to create customized solutions for our customers.
Join us in our dedication to making a tangible impact through our advanced materials and superior products.
Overview
The Maintenance Tech is responsible for all aspects of building and equipment maintenance including: welding, fabricating, machining, AC and DC electrical, electronics, plumbing inert gas lines, troubleshooting and general maintenance duties.
Education & Experience Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalency, required.
• Associate's degree in related technical area, preferred.
• Minimum 2 years' experience in the industrial maintenance field.
• Minimum 1 year of lathe experience, preferred.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform routine mechanical, welding, basic machining (lathes and mills) maintenance. Maintain AC and DC drives, and troubleshoot as necessary.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair malfunctioning equipment and machines.
• Sustain and record parts inventories and compose a list of parts to be ordered for the Team Leader.
• Prioritize maintenance jobs based on work orders categorized as low, medium, or high priority.
• Accurately record work order into necessary system.
• Troubleshoot machines for operation issues.
• Keep assigned work and storage areas clean and organized.
• Install water, gas, and air piping, and electrical power (as needed)) when a machine is added or moved to a facility.
• Interface with Engineers, Production Coordinators (PC), and other departments and company personnel by supporting the accomplishment of their goals and assist with meeting customer expectations.
• Perform other duties as requested by management.

Skills Needed

• Ability to perform basic computer functions.
• Possess basic math, reading, and writing skills.
• Mechanical troubleshooting and repair.
• General mechanical aptitude.

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

• Fast-paced production environment.
• Work hours consist of 40 hours per week.
• Overtime may sometimes be required.
• Potential exposure to drawing oils and powders, hydrogen, nitrogen, acids and industrial alcohol.
• Appropriate PPE must be worn where posted and required.
• Must be able to access all areas of operation, including second floors.
• Standing/walking most of shift.
• Required to lift 50 lbs.
• Bending, stooping, climbing, and working on and around all sizes and types of equipment.

Benefits & Wellness Resources
The health and wellbeing of Fort Wayne Metals is a critical part of our culture. In addition to offering medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance options to suit your needs, we'd like to share some of the other fundamental resources that make Fort Wayne Metals a premier place to work:
Physical Wellness

• Parkview Wellness Coach
  • Ready to assist with your physical and nutritional wellness needs.
• Gym Facilities
  • 4 onsite gym locations as well as discounts for regional gym facilities
• Health Challenges
  • From pickleball tournaments, sponsored races and sports leagues, to participating in the YMCA's Corporate Challenge, we have a variety of fun ways to stay active.

Mental Wellness

• When You Need to Talk
  • 5 sessions of counseling are available to you and all members of your immediate household at no cost.
• Relaxing Time-Off
  • Qualify for Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay on your first day of employment.

Social Wellness

• Epic Events
  • From TinCaps Night to family days at the zoo, we offer multiple activities throughout the year for employees and their families.
• Employee Resource Group
  • A voluntary, employee-led group formed to bring employees together and centered around a common interest or identity.

Professional Wellness

• Grow Your Career
  • We offer many opportunities to continue your development and growth.
• Performance Feedback
  • Receive regular and constructive feedback from your manager and peers to help you grow and improve.

Financial Wellness

• Annual Profit Sharing & 401k matching
  • Dropping dollars into your 401k. When you contribute 7%, we'll contribute 3.5%.
• Quarterly Bonus
  • When we perform well, everyone benefits! Receive discretionary bonuses each quarter based on company performance.
• Tuition Reimbursement
  • Getting your first degree? Great! Whatever your major, we'll help pick up the tab!
• Your Money Line
  • Employer-provided 1:1 financial guidance, education, & tools - so you can stress less about money and enjoy greater stability & confidence.

There are many reasons to apply for this position, and these are just a few. Join us!
Notice to Employees and Applicants:
This job position may require access to controlled technology or technical data; applicant must be a candidate for export licensing and willing to participate in export licensing, if required.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Fort Wayne Metals Research Products LLC is proud to be committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or pregnancy and will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Fort Wayne Metals is an equal opportunity employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Indiana State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination.
Fort Wayne Metals Research Products LLC is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs, and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and other applicable laws. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview process, or to perform essential job functions, please contact Accessibility@fwmetals.com.
Notice to Employees and Applicants
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