Maintenance Technician II

Maintenance Technician II

Founded in 1966, Niterra North America, Inc. (formerly NGK Spark Plugs) is the world leader in technology, innovation, and world-class quality in the design of spark plugs and oxygen sensors. Today, that tradition continues as we transform our organization's portfolio, expand our core ceramic technologies, explore capabilities beyond traditional areas, and challenge ourselves to develop solutions and services that leverage technology to address social issues while contributing to a sustainable society.

The Maintenance Technician II provides primary maintenance support to production lines, leading equipment installations and modifications, performing preventive and predictive maintenance, and troubleshooting mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and basic PLC-based control systems. This third-shift role (Monday-Friday, 6:00 PM-6:00 AM) requires the ability to complete tasks with minimal supervision, train new technicians, and fabricate parts to complete assigned Kaizens. The ideal candidate brings strong mechanical aptitude, excellent troubleshooting skills, and a proven track record of performance in a manufacturing maintenance environment.

Responsibilities:

• Provide primary maintenance support to production lines; document all work performed using TM's CMMS.
• Schedule and assign work orders, perform maintenance at the appropriate level on machinery and fabrication, and verify results in TM's CMMS.
• Lead or actively participate in all equipment installations and modifications on production equipment, including but not limited to installing and performing setup for mass production.
• Lead and assist in performing preventive and predictive maintenance on all production equipment.
• Participate in training of all new technicians to rapidly improve skill levels.
• Effectively manage labor costs and productivity.
• Provide prompt, accurate, and professional communication to appropriate personnel as required.
• Assist in establishing spare parts quantities and ordering frequencies for all new spare parts.
• Assist with incoming spare parts inspection to verify usability and dimensional accuracy.
• Assist in maintaining and reworking spare parts.
• Utilize various machine shop equipment to fabricate and complete assigned Kaizens.
• Operate man lift per procedures and guidelines.
• Perform all work in accordance with quality, environmental, and regulatory procedures and guidelines.
• Function as a member of the First Responder team per the WVSM Manual.
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace in accordance with 5S standards.
• Promptly report any abnormalities of incoming parts or increases in part usage to management.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.
• Overtime and shift changes may be necessary as required.
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures, which include IATF, ISO, TISAX, ISMS, and Safety-related policies.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Understanding of mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Basic understanding of PLC-based controls.
• High mechanical aptitude with excellent troubleshooting skills.
• Able to properly troubleshoot issues on most equipment.
• Able to complete tasks with little to no supervision.
• Capable of interpreting blueprints and mechanical drawings.
• Strong problem identification and resolution skills.
• Excellent organization, planning, and administration skills.
• High capability of multitasking.
• Effective communication and time management skills.
• Basic understanding of computer systems and handheld devices, including Microsoft Office.
• Able to maintain confidentiality and adapt to changing needs in a fast-paced environment.
• Capable of assisting in training others on basic repairs.
• Able to work both indoors and outdoors.
• May need to be certified to drive a forklift and/or man lift.
• Vocational or technical certificate preferred.
• Knowledge of electrical repair preferred.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment:

This role requires lifting up to 50 lbs. (75 lbs. with assistance), withstanding long periods of sitting, standing, and repetitive motion, wearing safety-toe shoes, and working around normal manufacturing hazards.

What We Offer:

• Comprehensive Health Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Financial Security: Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan with a generous company match of up to 6%.
• Time Off: Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
• Work-Life Balance: Paid maternity and paternity leave.
• And much more!

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Niterra is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

Notice to Staffing Firms:

Niterra does not seek or accept unsolicited resumes or CVs from recruitment agencies. We are not responsible for, and will not pay, any fees, commissions, or other payments related to unsolicited resumes or CVs, except as required by a written contract between Niterra and the recruitment agency or party requesting payment of a fee.

California Privacy Notice:

If you are a California resident, please review our CCPA Notice to learn more about how we collect personal information from applicants and the purposes for which that information is used.