Maintenance Technician 1st shift

Our client who has been an Industry leader with a rich 100-year history as a global OEM and aftermarket provider of custom engineering thermal and electrical solutions is looking to add to their team. The client is looking to hire a Maintenance Technician at one of their facilities out in the far west metro (about 25 miles) west of downtown Minneapolis. This is a full-time direct hire opportunity for an experienced Maintenance Technician. The hiring team is actively ready to interview and ready to hire the right person. For immediate consideration/more information on the client and see if this could be your next great position, go ahead and apply online.

Visa sponsorship is not authorized for this position. A relocation package is not being offered for this role.

Maintenance Technician

SUMMARY:

Assist with planning, prioritizing, and scheduling maintenance projects. Ensure equipment PM’s are tracked and completed per schedule.

• Plan and implement facilities improvement projects and coordinate internal resources with outside vendors when appropriate.
• Effectively maintain and troubleshoot new and existing plant equipment while working with pneumatics, hydraulics, PLC’s, and other electrical components.
• Set up, maintain and repair equipment to ensure safe operation. Follow proper Lock Out Tag Out procedures.
• Specify repair parts and replace as needed. Maintain spare parts inventory.
• Set-up and operate lathe, drill press, grinder, and other metalworking tools and operate welding equipment to make and repair parts, tooling and equipment.
• Work with manufacturing engineers in the development and construction of new jigs, fixtures, or automation equipment to increase throughput and reduce operating expenses through inventory or waste reduction.
• Demonstrates familiarity and consistently complies with lean and ISO standards and practices.
• Use maintenance support systems plan, track, and evaluate work.
• All other activities, which help to support the building, facilities, design, quality, and manufacturing operations of the Company.
• Completes work assignments in accordance with all safety procedures, work rules, policies, and specifications.

· Repair and maintain machinery, mechanical equipment, and Company facilities. In addition to production support, this position supports manufacturing engineering and includes a limited amount of tooling and new machine assembly. Responsible for other tasks as assigned.

· Computer Skills

MS Word, Excel and Outlook

QUALIFICATIONS:

· 5 years of experience in a manufacturing/maintenance technician environment

· Experience with ERP system (preferably SAP)

· Experience with Maintenance Tracking Software

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills

· Forklift Certification preferred (Ability to get Forklift Certified)

Hourly Rate: $30.00 to $39.00 with a complete benefits package.

Must be able to pass a criminal background check and drug screening.