Maintenance Technician - 3rd Shift

Jackson, MI
TAC Manufacturing, Inc. – Maintenance /
Full Time All Other Position Types /
On-site
In this role, you have a large impact on keeping our production machines and related equipment up and running smoothly.  This position is on 3rd shift. Below is a listing of projects that you will be working on:

Typical Duties:

    • Inspect, troubleshoot and diagnose equipment failures and root causes.
    • Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on all production equipment including injection molding machines, die cast machines, stamping presses, automated paint lines and robots.
    • Complete repairs assigned that are typically of a complex nature and require a high degree of skill.
    • Troubleshoot PLC programming.
    • Modify computer-controlled motion of robot (DENSO, Yamaha).
    • Install and move new and used equipment.
    • Visually inspect and listen to machines and equipment to locate causes of malfunctions.
    • Dismantle machines and equipment to gain access to problem area.
    • Inspect and measure parts to detect wear, misalignment, or other problems.
    • Remove and replace worn or defective parts of drive mechanism.
    • Realigns and adjusts components such as spindles and clutches.
    • Locates damaged air lines on machine; measure and install new lines.
    • Starts machines and equipment to test operation following repair.
    • Repairs broken parts.
    • Fabricate tools and fixtures for new and used equipment. 
    • Sets up and operates metalworking tools such as mill, lathe, drill press, or grinder to make or repair parts.
    • Assists Production Engineer(s) to modify sketches or computer-generated designs of machine components, such as, hydraulic system and drive mechanism.
    • Cleans work area, machines, tools, and equipment.

Preferred Skills / Experience:

    • 3+ years prior maintenance experience in a manufacturing setting
    • Solid Mechanical, electronic, electrical, electro-mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic aptitude
    • PLC knowledge
    • Ability to run mills, lathes, grinders
    • Ability to read electrical schematics

Company Benefits:

    • Medical, dental, prescription, vision, life and disability insurance; and a flexible spending account
    • 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
    • Paid holidays and vacation time
    • Extensive safety training, new hire orientation, continuous learning and development programs and tuition reimbursement