Machine Maintenance Technician

Machine Maintenance Technician

The Machine Maintenance Technician diagnoses and resolves equipment breakdowns on the manufacturing floor while prioritizing safety, minimizing downtime, and optimizing production efficiency. This role focuses primarily on responding to machine calls and breakdowns, with additional responsibility for performing scheduled and predictive maintenance to keep equipment operating at peak performance.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and electronic issues on manufacturing equipment as breakdowns occur on the production floor.
• Respond to machine calls and breakdowns, dedicating approximately 85% of working time to resolving unplanned equipment issues.
• Perform scheduled and predictive maintenance tasks on a wide range of machines and equipment according to established maintenance schedules.
• Replace or repair defective parts, including belts, bearings, motors, and sensors, to restore equipment to proper operating condition.
• Identify root causes of equipment failures and implement effective corrective actions to reduce recurrence and improve reliability.
• Calibrate, align, and adjust machinery to ensure optimal performance, accuracy, and safety.
• Collaborate closely with team members and leads to analyze and resolve complex technical repair issues.
• Use electrical troubleshooting skills to work safely with 480-volt, 3-phase motors and related components.
• Utilize mechanical troubleshooting skills to diagnose and repair hydraulic, pneumatic, PLC, and robotic systems as needed.
• Perform preventive maintenance activities to reduce downtime and extend the life of equipment and components.
• Read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, and diagrams to guide troubleshooting and repair efforts.
• Document all maintenance activities, repairs, parts replacements, and adjustments performed on the production floor.
• Follow all safety procedures and best practices while working on live equipment and in an active manufacturing environment.
• Communicate equipment status, repair progress, and maintenance needs clearly to supervisors, operators, and fellow technicians.

Essential Skills

• Industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills for production machinery.
• Ability to diagnose and repair issues involving hydraulics and pneumatics.
• Electrical troubleshooting experience with 480-volt, 3-phase motors.
• Experience with preventive and predictive maintenance on industrial equipment.
• Ability to read, understand, and apply information from technical manuals and schematics.
• Proficiency in identifying and resolving mechanical, electrical, and electronic problems on machines.
• Solid troubleshooting skills across industrial maintenance systems.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with other technicians and leads to solve complex technical problems.
• Strong focus on safety and adherence to maintenance procedures and standards.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• PLC troubleshooting experience, preferably with Mitsubishi or Allen-Bradley systems.
• Robotic troubleshooting experience, preferably with Motoman or Fanuc robots.
• Experience working in an automotive or similarly fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Strong documentation skills for recording maintenance activities and repairs.
• Ability to work independently and manage priorities in a high-demand maintenance environment.

Why Work Here?

The organization offers a highly supportive and employee-focused environment with a strong emphasis on health, wellness, and financial value. Comprehensive benefits begin on the first day of the month following 30 days of employment and are provided at no cost for employees and their families. Team members enjoy a robust wellness program with an onsite clinic, free prescriptions, and gym reimbursement to support a healthy lifestyle. All necessary tools are supplied, allowing technicians to focus on their craft and development rather than personal equipment costs.

Work Environment

The role is based in an extremely clean and well-organized automotive manufacturing environment designed to support safe and efficient work. Technicians work with a variety of industrial machinery and equipment, including systems involving electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, PLC, and robotic technologies. Multiple shift options are available, including second shift (2:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.) and third shift (10:00 p.m. to 6:30 a.m.), providing opportunities for different schedule preferences. The facility emphasizes orderliness, safety, and reliability, with all tools supplied to support effective maintenance and repair work.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Indianapolis, IN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $62400.00 - $83200.00/yr. Health, Dental, Vision, 401k and paid PTO. Free clinic also on site

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Indianapolis, IN.

Application Deadline

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