Industrial Maintenance Technician

Location: Muskegon, MI

Full-time and Permanent Position

Due to the nature of the business:US citizenship is essential.

**About Us:**

Founded in 1907, we at SKF have been keeping the world moving ever since. We are a manufacturing company that values belonging and provides an equitable environment for our employees to grow both professionally and personally. Our products, includingSKF bearings made inMuskegon, MI,have been used in the Mars Rover mission to collect rock and soil samples on the planet’s surface.

We have over 40,000 employees in more than 130 countries working towards creating bearing technology and services that are both reliable and sustainable. Our sustainability mission includes achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions in all our production facilities by2030.

Our products are used in a wide range of industries, from automotive to food production and even space exploration. We are publicly traded on Nasdaq Stockholm and had sales of approximately $10 billion in 2020.

Job Description:

We are looking for someone to join our team as an Industrial Maintenance Technician. You will be responsible for maintaining and repairing mechanical and hydraulic components on production machines and equipment such as material-handling systems, metal fabricating, machine tools, and automated lubrication systems. You must ensure that all machinery and equipment are in good working condition to minimize downtime and maximize productivity. You will also be responsible for general building maintenance.For this position, prior experience in repairing CNC equipment is a must. US citizenship is also a requirement.

Responsibilities:

• Wear steel-toed or composite shoes and ANSI approved safety glasses with side shields at all times.

• Perform periodic preventive maintenance on machine tools.

• Use tool room equipment such as engine lathe, milling machine, drill press, and welding equipment.

• Ensure machinery and equipment are always available and reliable.

• Troubleshoot and repair electrical and mechanical systems, including pumps, gearboxes, ball screws, slide assemblies, and other drive mechanisms.

• Use micrometers, calipers, and dial indicators properly.

• Fabricate projects from drawings using tool room equipment.

• Install and set up new equipment.

• Operate forklift when required.

• Record work orders and preventative maintenance schedules using the CMMS system.

• Maintain a clean and safe environment and identify unsafe conditions.

• Assist mechanical engineers in modifying sketches or computer-generated designs of machine components.

• Perform diagnosis/repair on low voltage and control circuits (less than 240 VAC).

• Disassemble and assemble electrical wires, connections, conduit, motors, controls, etc. on de-energized machinery/equipment and facility.

• Perform continuous improvement (lean) activities.

Requirements:

• Prior experience in the repair of CNC equipment is required.

• Minimum of three (3) years’ experience in a manufacturing environment performing repairs to machinery,

• 1 year’s experience in plumbing, electrical repair, and air conditioning.

• Minimum education of high school diploma or GED.

• Experience operating a forklift.

• Experienced in following detailed operational procedures and Blueprints.

• Experience utilizing a variety of hand tools.

• Prior professional experience with plumbing, electrical, construction, and hydraulics.

• Comprehensive communication skills in the English language electronically, verbally, and written.

• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds, stand, sit, bend and move freely about the plant.

• Proficient computer skills, comfortable working with Windows Microsoft applications.

• Due to the nature of the business:US citizenship is essential.

Desired Skills and Attributes:

• Knowledge of all standard measuring equipment including the proper use of micrometers, calipers, and dial indicators.

• Ability to read and write and to follow detailed written instructions.

• Ability to complete fabrication projects from drawings by using tool room equipment, such as engine lathe, milling machine, drill press, and welding equipment.

• Mechanical aptitude and the ability to work with hands and hand tools (welding, wrenches, etc.) in mechanically oriented situation.

• Knowledgeable of Lean Manufacturing methods.

• Knowledgeable of 5S.

• Motivated self-starter, works well independently as well as with a team in a manufacturing environment.

• Highly organized, analytical, and logical problem solver.

What We Offer:

**Rest and Relaxation.**Enjoy a robust vacation policy and 13 paid holidays!

SKF Celebrates Diversity in the Workplace!We actively develop ourselves and our teams to enable outstanding delivery. We trust the strength of diverse teams and encourage agile ways of working. SKF Honors First responders, and military veteran employees! Women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities, and people from all cultural backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Health and Wellness Benefits.SKF cares about the wellbeing of our employees. Many options for best in class medical and dental plans to fit your needs; a wellness plan that includes biometric screening and health risk assessment for you and your spouse and incentives for healthy living!

Invest in your Future.SKF offers amazing retirement options! Participate in our 401K program that boasts of a per pay defined contribution of 7% of your gross earnings with a one-year vesting requirement.

**Much more!**Growth opportunities, voluntary critical illness coverage, voluntary legal plan, employee assistance program, life insurance, vehicle discount programs, mobile phone discounts, and with so many benefits to working for SKF, we could not name them all!

Reports to: Maintenance Manager

Location: Muskegon, MI

Job ID:**17587**

Pay $46196.80 to $62108.80 per year

SKF provides equal employment [and affirmative action] opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.

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