Maintenance Technician Tier II
2 days ago
Grand Rapids
Job Description 1st Shift (6:30am-2:30pm) 2nd Shift (2:30pm-10:30pm) 3rd Shift (10:30pm-6:30am) Shift Premium on Off Shifts!` Are you looking for a challenging yet rewarding job that allows you to utilize your skills to their fullest potential? Do you want to join a team of hardworking, enthusiastic and creative people and enjoy working with a company that recognizes and embraces diversity? Do you take pride working with a company that is committed to being a great corporate citizen and playing a role in producing the highest quality products and services? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then Pridgeon and Clay is the place for you... Founded in 1948 by John Pridgeon and Donald Clay, we are one of the largest independent, value-added manufacturers and suppliers of automotive stamped and fine-blanked components in the United States. Objective: The Maintenance Technician Tier 2 solves equipment-related manufacturing challenges, maximizing equipment efficiency to achieve team goals in an exemplary manner according to the company quality policies. Qualified candidates will possess the following Minimum Requirements: • High school diploma or GED, • Completion of an Associate's Degree in Industrial Maintenance Technology (or similar program), completion of a college-based or apprenticeship-based Maintenance Technology or Technician program or certificate, • Ability to train, teach, and assess other Maintenance Technician trainees, leading and mentoring in a team environment, • Experience in machine repair of metal stamping equipment, spot/resistance welding equipment, robotic welders, or grinding and finishing equipment, • Experience in operating all "tools of the trade" including welding, mills, lathes, cutting equipment, metal shear and brake, and drill presses, • Ability to assist with managing projects and resources effectively, including PLC programming and troubleshooting, understanding advanced electrical prints and schematics to facilitate complex repairs or installation of equipment, • Ability to read, follow and understand electrical, mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic drawings, blueprints, schematics, code requirements, service manuals and manufacturers' specifications, • Welding, layout and construction skills including art, MIG, TIG aluminum, TIG steel, and oxy-acetylene welding along with the use of the plasma cutter, • Proven mechanical inclination and general math and manufacturing knowledge through standardized tests, • Computer literacy, • Excellent interpersonal skills, • Ability to lift 50 pounds Standard Work/Preventative Maintenance: • Provide technical (mechanical, electrical, pneumatic/hydraulic) expertise to production teams to assist in creating and implementing the best solutions to manufacturing challenges., • Use drawings/blueprints, schematic diagrams, service manuals, code manuals, and manufacturer's specifications to mechanically install, modify, enhance and repair machines and mechanical equipment., • Use basic PC/PLC knowledge and electrical schematics to electrically install, modify, enhance and repair machines and mechanical equipment., • Read and interpret hydraulic, pneumatic, machine manuals, and basic interpretation of electrical schematics., • Read and interpret electrical schematics and machine manuals to perform safe and effective repairs while using basic electrical concepts, practices, and theory., • Operate lathes, mills, plasma cutters and cutting equipment to fabricate/repair machine/mechanical equipment parts., • Perform MIG, TIG aluminum, TIG steel, and oxy/acetylene welding to install, modify, enhance, repair, and maintain business unit equipment and to fabricate and repair parts., • Troubleshoot various equipment throughout production including metal stamping equipment, spot/resistance welding equipment, robotic welders, and grinding and finishing equipment, • Continually increase technical knowledge and knowledge of alternative work methods to enhance the accuracy and efficiency of machinery. This may be accomplished through internal or external training classes and/or seminars., • Continually share and gain knowledge from co-workers to enhance guidance, training, and utilization of best practices and use the knowledge gained to improve equipment uptime., • Complete appropriate paperwork, including machine documentation, panel documentation, and preventive maintenance records to ensure adequate documentation needed to enhance the elimination of equipment downtime., • Document hours and work activity daily in record-keeping system-Electronic Asset Management (EAM)., • Identify and attempt to eliminate areas of waste for better efficiency and overall production needs., • Continually share and gain knowledge from co-workers to enhance guidance, training, and utilization of best practices and use the knowledge gained to improve equipment uptime., • Participate in, and support lean initiatives such as continuous improvement events and problem solving events, identifying and eliminating all types of waste, • Suggest and implement ideas to increase personal and departmental efficiency. Communicate potential cost savings to other Technicians and Team Leaders., • Ensure that equipment preventative maintenance and repairs are done to quality standards., • Consistently adhere to, and support, company policies and procedures, including ISO, TS 16949 and safety regulations., • Follow all safety procedures, including MIOSHA regulatory requirements regarding machinery and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), controls, safety devices, lock-out/tag-out, use of coolants, and die block procedures., • Identify potential safety issues and take appropriate action. Ensure environment is free of avoidable risks, and report concerns immediately, taking appropriate action to immediately rectify and resolve., • Effectively communicate with co-workers and management personnel to enhance teamwork and communication initiatives., • Provide necessary, accurate, and timely feedback of all pertinent information to co-workers and management., • Consistently exhibit appropriate attendance habits, working the hours necessary to perform the job., • Organize and maintain efficiency of personal work area., • Consistently adhere to, and support, company policies and procedures, including ISO, IATF 16949, and safety regulations., • Accept instructions and duties in a positive manner., • Pick up and deliver product to suppliers and customers, as needed., • Treat all co-workers with dignity and respect., • Exhibit all the attributes of a positive role model (including professionalism, personal integrity, and positive attitude) for employees and managers to emulate., • A competitive total compensation including a comprehensive benefit plan including premium medical and prescription coverage starting at just $5.00 per week for employee coverage, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, and tuition reimbursement., • A safe, team oriented work environment with a leadership team that treats you like family and values your input, • An opportunity to participate in shaping the success of the organization through continuous improvement and problem solving events, • A positive work/life balance, • An opportunity for career growth - Over 70% of our leaders have been promoted from within IMPORTANT- PLEASE READ COMPLETELY BEFORE SIGNING BELOW PRE-EMPLOYMENT STATEMENT Equal Opportunity Policy: We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We will consider applicants for this position without regards to any category protected by applicable federal, or local law, including but not limited to: race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, or uniformed service member status. Background Check and Release of Information: I hereby authorize P&C Inc. or its appointed investigative agencies to substantiate and verify my past employment, previous salary history, professional credentials, academic degrees and any other necessary references. I also authorize my previous schools, employers, and listed references to release to P&C Inc. or its appointed investigative agencies, any relevant information, including transcripts, that may be requested in connection with my employment. If employed, I authorize P&C to release salary and benefit data as necessary to meet business needs. I agree that P&C Inc. and my previous employers, schools, and references shall not be held liable if any employment offer is not tendered, is withdrawn, or my employment is terminated due to falsity or omissions in the information I have provided. Need for Accommodation: If I have a disability that requires accommodation to do my job, I must notify the company of that need, in writing, within 182 days after I know or reasonably should have known that I needed accommodation. Failure to do so will bar me from alleging that the company failed to accommodate me under Michigan (but not federal) law. Policies and Procedures: If employed by P&C Inc., I understand and agree that such employment is subject to the policies and procedures of the company. I understand and agree that any employment offer I might receive is contingent upon execution of the Confidentiality Agreement, I-9 and this application. I further agree to wear or use, when prescribed by the company, safety equipment or protective devices and to comply with all health and safety rules and reporting requirements. I agree to abide by all administrative policies of the company. Direct Deposit: I fully agree without fear or intimidation, coercion, or reprisal, to have any compensation that I receive directly deposited into the bank, credit union, or savings and loan association of my choice. I acknowledge that if I do not provide direct deposit information, compensation will be deposited to a pay card provided by the employer. Terms and Conditions: I understand that no statement in this form, related administrative policies, or an offer of employment is to be construed as an employment contract, and that either party, without the other's consent, may terminate the employment relationship at any time for any reason with or without cause or notice. Any agreement that varies the right of the employee or P&C to terminate the employment relationship at any time, with our without cause or notice, will be null and void. Limitation of Claims: If hired, in consideration of my employment, I agree to abide by the rules and policies of this company, including any changes from time to time, I agree that any lawsuit or claim against the company arising out of my employment or termination of employment (including but not limited to, claims arising from state, federal, or local civil rights laws) must be brought within the following time limits or forever be barred; (a) for lawsuits requiring a notice of rights to sue from the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, within 90 days after the EEOC has issued that notice: or (b) for all other lawsuits, within (I) 180 days of the event(s) giving rise to the claim or (II) the time limited specified be the statute, whichever is shorter. I waive any statutes of limitations that exceeds this time limit. Confidential Agreement: I also understand and agree that I will not disclose or use any and all P&C confidential and proprietary information that I may acquire in the course of the recruitment process, in the course and scope of my employment, as well as after my employment with P&C. Pre-Employment Background Check: All applicants must pass a background check prior to beginning work. Refusal to allow the company to run a background check will result in disqualification of further employment consideration. I hereby affirm that the information provided on this employment application form and on my resume is true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand and agree that falsified information or omissions may result in termination from employment if discovered after my employment has begun, and that the offer of employment may be rescinded. 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