Maintenance Technician

About the Company Axalta has remained at the forefront of the coatings industry by continually investing in innovative solutions. We engineer technologies that protect customers' products – whether they are battling heat, light, corrosion, abrasion, moisture, or chemicals – and add dimension and beauty with colorful finishes. We have a vast and ever-evolving portfolio of brands primed to play an important part in everything from modernizing infrastructure around the world to enabling the next generation of electric and autonomous vehicles. Axalta operates its business in two segments: Performance Coatings and Mobility Coatings, which serve four end markets, including Refinish, Industrial, Light Vehicle and Commercial Vehicle, across North America, EMEA, Latin America and Asia-Pacific. Our diverse global footprint allows us to deliver solutions in over 140+ countries and coat 30 million vehicles per year. We’ve recently set an exciting 2040 carbon neutrality goal, in addition to 10 other sustainability initiatives, and we take pride in working with our customers to optimize their businesses and achieve their goals. Axalta may use technology-assisted tools, including artificial intelligence (AI), to support certain aspects of the recruitment and selection process. These tools may be used to help manage applications, identify job-related qualifications, and assist recruiter review. All hiring decisions involve human oversight and review. Axalta is a global coatings company focused on providing customers with innovative, colorful and sustainable solutions. With more than 150 years of experience in the coatings industry, Axalta continues to find ways to serve more than 100,000 customers with the finest coatings, application systems and technology. Position Overview We are currently looking for a Maintenance Technician (Manufacturing) to join us at our facility in Brighton, MI. The Maintenance Technician will support daily operations at the Brighton facility and report to the Maintenance Supervisor. They will have the mechanical aptitude necessary to maintain, troubleshoot, and repair manufacturing equipment, including, but not limited to, tank mixers, air diaphragm pumps, valves, piping, boilers, and instrumentation. Shift: Monday – Friday 7 AM – 3:30 PM (Occasional overtime depending on business needs) Key Responsibilities Perform general maintenance inspections, calibrations, and troubleshoot repairs on plant electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical systems to support production. Calibrate, troubleshoot, and repair instrumentation such as flow meters, flow switches, level sensors, temperature transmitters, actuated valves, and associated interlocks. Complete work orders – both preventative and reactive – as prioritized by department and area managers, while continuously looking for adjacent area items that need improvement or are at risk of failing, and either proactively addressing or reporting them to management. Maintain work logs, parts inventory, and preventative maintenance records. Assist with engineering projects including layout and design, specification development and preparation, new product evaluation, data collection, and process and maintenance support. Install new equipment systems or perform upgrades to existing ones. Maintain a clean and overall safe working environment. Minimum Requirements High school diploma or equivalent. Minimum of 2 years' experience performing maintenance in a manufacturing, plant, or industrial setting. Experience with electrical and pneumatic controls is strongly preferred. Ability to work overtime, including weekends, as required. Ability to perform frequent physical tasks such as stooping, crouching, reaching, lifting, pushing, pulling, grasping, climbing, and repetitive motions. Ability to routinely lift and/or exert up to 50 lbs. of force. Ability to work in an environment subject to moderate duration and levels of dust, fumes, chemicals, extreme temperatures, and other environmental factors. Ability to work both independently and within a team environment, with effective written and verbal communication. Ability to adapt to evolving priorities based on business needs. Benefits This role is eligible for benefits such as health insurance and paid time off. #J-18808-Ljbffr Axalta