The business unit thyssenkrupp Dynamic Components is one of the leading automotive suppliers and development partners for highly complex drivetrain technologies. Around 3,500 employees produce 27 million drivetrain components a year at ten locations in Germany, Liechtenstein, Hungary, China, USA, Brazil and Mexico. The product range mainly comprises assembled camshafts, valve train systems and rotor shafts for high-end combustion, hybrid and electric engines. Further products for battery electric vehicles are already at an advanced stage of development. With our manufacturing and automation expertise, we make a significant contribution to reducing emissions for sustainable mobility.

The Reliability Maintenance Technician is primarily responsible for the systematic functionality, maintenance, repairs, and upkeep of all Production related machinery, mechanical and control sub-systems with a focus on machine reliability through preventive\predictive maintenance functions. This position requires a strong commitment to safety.

Key Deliverables:

The Reliability Maintenance Technician serves as an engaged and trusted source in the organization. Success in this role is measured by PM Completion, Lessons Learned, CM to PM Work Orders, Production Downtime, and MTBF's.

Required:

• Maintains a safe working environment by complying with all safety and environmental policies in the workplace. Advocates for and promotes a safe work environment by reporting Near Misses and/or other safety and environmental hazards, wearing all required PPE and encouraging others to do the same.
• Perform all scheduled planned maintenance tasks according to the most current work instructions and PM Schedule. This includes but not limited to changing, checking screw torque, adjusting, and checking belt tension, filter changes, greasing machinery, checking gauges, and diagnosing outputs thorough an HMI.
• Prepare materials and tools prior to a planned maintenance job.
• Ability to follow a set schedule and complete jobs on time.
• Record and complete CMMS work-order forms accurately and descriptively on a daily basis.
• Basic knowledge and use of Excel.
• Ability to work independently and on a team in order to perform all necessary tasks and duties.
• Use predictive methods and instruments such as thermal or vibration analysis to predict further equipment failures.
• Must be able and willing to support a 24/7 Maintenance operation through on-call, overtime, Holiday, and nightshift scheduling if necessary.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Has authority to stop processes to correct quality, safety or environmental problems, identify and place suspect product on quality hold, and to promptly notify Supervisory personnel when processes become noncompliant.

Preferred:

• Knows how to use a digital multimeter.
• Possess training in Arc Flash Safety
• Experience driving and handling objects with a fork truck.
• Experience working in tight spaces.
• Experience using a lift.
• Ability to properly interpret and understand safety data sheets.
• Must be able and willing to support a 24/7 Maintenance operation through on-call, overtime, Holiday and nightshift scheduling.
• Read and understand engineering drawings and schematics for electrical, mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic equipment.
• Ability to troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair machinery in breakdown situations when necessary.
• Ensures all oil filtration systems are maintained and running properly.
• Schedule the replacement of grinding oil storage systems.
• Manage the oil removal /oil recycling system.
• Accurately diagnose equipment problems, implement appropriate repair solutions in the allotted PM completion time. Confirm effectiveness and escalate repairs as necessary.
• Always maintain high housekeeping and 6S standards in all areas including the workshops, personal toolbox, and Production equipment during and at completion of all tasks.
• Participation in TPM implementation throughout the plant using our 5-step model.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, a successful candidate will be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

• Education: An Associate's degree in Industrial Technology from a two-year college or trade school is preferred. Otherwise a High School education or GED along with two (2) years industrial maintenance related experience and/or training.
• Language: Must have the ability to read and comprehend company policies and guidelines pertaining to safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Must have the ability to write routine work activity and failure reports, basic work instructions and correspondence. Must have the ability to speak respectfully and effectively to customers and other employees.
• Technology: Must be able to learn and use a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), and the Windows operating systems, Microsoft Office software. Mechanical equipment includes, but is not limited to state-of-the-art mechanical systems, advanced hydraulics, high speed spindles, assembly presses, conveyor systems, pneumatic systems, harmonic gear reducers, advanced measuring systems and laser part marking equipment. Must be capable of utilizing advanced predictive maintenance tools such as Thermography, Vibration Analysis, Ultrasonic Detection, and Machine Monitoring.
• Travel: less than 5%

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Supplier Discounts
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Company Holidays
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug Coverage
• Exclusive free medical services through our partnership with Everside Healthcare for employees and their dependents 3 years of age.
• 401(K) Plan with 5% Company match!
• Annual Bonus Eligibility of 4% of your base salary!

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