Maintenance Technician

Maintenance Technician

The Maintenance Technician will independently maintain, repair, and improve hydraulic-driven presses and auxiliary equipment. This role focuses on diagnosing and resolving mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical issues, supporting production uptime across multiple shifts, and contributing to ongoing equipment upgrades and facility improvements.

• Independently modify, repair, install, maintain, improve, and troubleshoot various types of injection presses and auxiliary equipment in a rubber manufacturing environment
• Diagnose mechanical problems and provide quick, innovative solutions for equipment breakdowns using advanced skills in mechanics, fitting, plumbing, basic welding, metal work, and troubleshooting
• Identify and resolve electrical faults and failures by performing control system analysis and interpreting PLC ladder logic diagrams
• Maintain and troubleshoot plant support equipment including air compressors, chillers, water towers, and fire systems
• Support timely and effective line handovers between shifts by completing accurate documentation and clearly briefing the Maintenance team and Production Supervisors on progress and issues
• Independently conduct preventive maintenance activities according to established PM schedules and standards
• Train other team members to perform equipment changeovers, setups, and takedowns safely and efficiently
• Recommend and implement solutions to both routine and unique equipment problems, including fabricating or modifying components when needed
• Respond to equipment issues promptly and in a customer-focused manner to minimize downtime
• Solve problems independently in line with standard guidelines and procedures, and develop new procedures for non-routine or complex issues as required
• Maintain high standards of organization and housekeeping in all work areas

Essential Skills

• 7+ years of maintenance experience in a Tier 1 manufacturing environment
• 5+ years of electrical troubleshooting experience on industrial machinery
• 5+ years of hydraulic troubleshooting experience
• Proven ability to independently modify, repair, install, maintain, improve, and troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical issues on presses and auxiliary equipment
• Strong mechanical aptitude, including advanced skills in mechanics, fitting, plumbing, basic welding, metal work, and troubleshooting
• Ability to navigate PLCs to identify issues and interpret PLC ladder logic diagrams for control system analysis
• Hands-on experience with preventive maintenance programs and scheduled PM activities
• Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Auburn Hills, MI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $74817.60 - $74817.60/yr.

Direct hire, benefits start 1st of the month following hire date.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Auburn Hills, MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 25, 2026.