Maintenance Team Member

What We Do: At AISIN Texas, we build world-class transmissions with a focus on safety, quality, and teamwork. We're seeking motivated individuals who thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented manufacturing environment!

Job Summary: The Maintenance Team Member is responsible for maintaining the condition of the manufacturing equipment, including but not limited to repairing and/or the replacement of failed components and performing preventative maintenance measures when applicable. This role is responsible for developing short and/or longer term repairs that are geared towards improving quality as well as efficiency.

What You Will Do:

• Perform maintenance and repairs on production equipment in accordance with blueprints, procedures, and manufacturer guidelines.
• Install, repair, and troubleshoot pneumatic, hydraulic, electrical, and electronic systems using prior knowledge and on-the-job training.
• Diagnose equipment and machinery malfunctions and implement effective repairs to minimize downtime
• Utilize prior knowledge, manufacturer guidelines, and on-the-job training to perform daily activities in a safe and effective way.
• Use basic test equipment such as multi-meters, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical drive systems.
• Reduce downtime by working efficiently and performing countermeasures aimed at root cause analysis.
• Safely execute workplace rules and standards.
• Monitor the safety, quality, and productivity of the production machinery, and equipment.
• Other Maintenance duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• A Safety-first mindset that helps maintain a safe work environment.
• Must be able to work a rotating shift schedule (days and nights) with potential mandatory daily and some Saturday overtime.
• Consistent on-time attendance and a strong work ethic.
• Demonstrate a positive attitude, show respect and dignity to all, and a commitment to excellence.
• Strong problem-solving mindset with the ability to troubleshoot issues effectively.
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent analytical and critical-thinking skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to safely handle various tools.

Physical Requirements:

• Standing for up to 8-12 hours per shift.
• Performing repetitive motions such as reaching, twisting, bending, pushing and pulling in compact work areas.
• Using fine motor skills to grasp and manipulate tools, parts, and equipment.
• Ability to reach above shoulder level and below the waist as part of daily tasks.
• Lifting, pushing and carrying up to 30 lbs.

Qualifications, Education and Experience Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• College or technical school coursework completed is preferred
• Experience with low voltage (12V-24V) electricity handling is preferred
• Experience with Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) is preferred.
• Experience in an automotive manufacturing environment is preferred.
• Experience in a cross-cultural working environment is preferred.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications, including Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.