Technician II, Facilities / Equipment Repair

Location: Kalamazoo, MI Position Type: 12-Month Contract Pay Rate: $18.00 / hour Shift: 1st Shift | Monday Friday | 6:00 AM 2:30 PM (Overtime as needed) Position Overview We are looking for a Technician II, Facilities to perform hands-on diagnosis, disassembly, and repair of company instruments and equipment. This role ensures all units meet strict safety, quality, and operational standards while supporting team lean initiatives and daily operational goals. Key Responsibilities Diagnostics & Repairs: Diagnose, disassemble, and repair instruments, loaners, pre-owned items, and customer units following standard operating procedures and engineering schematics. Quality & Safety Compliance: Ensure all repaired units meet safety, quality, and specification standards; maintain a clean, organized, and compliant workstation. Inventory & Material Flow: Execute material flow processes accurately and adapt quickly to daily schedule changes. Team Guidance & Training: Train new team members, assist peers with troubleshooting, and share technical best practices. Continuous Improvement: Participate in daily standups (MDI/Tier 1), Lean/Continuous Improvement projects, and submit practical solutions for safety and quality enhancements. Documentation: Work from engineering drawings, maintain accurate repair records, and complete required compliance training on time. Qualifications & Requirements Education: High School Diploma or equivalent required. Experience: 1+ years in a manufacturing, assembly, or repair environment preferred. Technical Skills: Ability to read/interpret prints, schematics, and engineering drawings. Software: Experience with SAP, 1PLM, or Microsoft Excel is a plus. Soft Skills: Strong problem-solving skills, high attention to detail, and clear team communication.