Assembly Maintenance Technician

We are currently seeking Assembly Maintenance Technicians to join our team at our facilities in Decatur and Athens, TN. The ideal candidates will have experience with conveyor systems, ERP software, forklifts, HMI, PLC, robotic welders, and more. This position requires strong troubleshooting skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

• Perform maintenance and repairs on conveyor systems, robotic welders, and other industrial automation equipment
• Troubleshoot and repair PLC systems and wiring
• Conduct machine safety inspections and ensure compliance with regulations
• Utilize ERP software to track maintenance activities and inventory
• Visually inspect and test machinery and equipment using electronic, electrical, and mechanical equipment
• Coordinates maintenance activities with production control, tool room and quality control to obtain optimum production and utilization of manpower, machine and equipment
• Reviews and analyzes production, quality maintenance and operational reports to determine causes of production problems
• Listen for unusual sounds from machines or equipment to detect malfunction and discusses machine operation variances with supervisors and other maintenance associates
• Consults with production personnel relative to modification of machines and equipment in order to improve production and quality of products
• Coordinate with Tool Crib Attendants and Maintenance Planner on purchase orders for tools, parts, and equipment as needed
• Adhere to all safety regulations and policies in the plant at all times
• Complete scheduled preventative maintenance on all equipment and report out at the QOS meetings
• Maintain excellent housekeeping habits (5S)
• Maintain compliance with organizational policies, and safety hazards
• Actively participate in Production, 5Why/RCA, and other problem solving meetings
• Operate forklifts and other equipment as needed

• High School Diploma or GED is required
• Associate's degree in related field is strongly preferred
• Must be able to read, write and communicate in English is required
• Experience in a manufacturing environment is required
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills
• Knowledge of HMI and PLC systems
• Basic computer skills
• Forklift licensed
• Ability to meet physical requirements of the job

Special Note - Location and Schedule:

• Candidates interested in working at the Decatur TN location will be hired, onboarded and trained at the Athens, TN location for 30 - 60 days before transferring. Available schedules are;- Monday - Friday 2:00pm - 10:30pm ($1.00/hr differential)

  • Sunday - Thursday 10:00pm - 6:30am ($1.00/hr differential)
  • *Candidates may be scheduled on days intermittently to train with other staff and learn more about manufacturing processes

• Work schedules available when transferred to Decatur, TN (starting April 2024):- Monday - Friday 5:00am - 1:30pm

  • Monday - Friday 5:00pm - 1:30am ($1.00/hr differential)

You should be proficient in:

• PLC Troubleshooting Skills
• Electrical Troubleshooting Skills
• Troubleshooting Industrial Automation Equipment
• PLC Wiring Experience
• Machine Safety Inspections
• Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills
• Experience in a Manufacturing Environment
• Basic Computer Skills
• Excellent Communication Skills
• Forklift Licensed
• High School / GED
• Mechanical Assembly Skills
• Meets Physical Requirements

Machines & technologies you'll use:

• Conveyor Systems
• ERP Software
• Forklifts
• HMI
• Programmable Logic Controller (PLC)
• Robotic Welder

Salary info:

$26 - $29 / hr