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Machine Repair

Corvac Composites, LLC
Kentwood, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 12/3/2025 CLOSED ON 2/1/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Machine Repair position at Corvac Composites, LLC?

Required

BACKGROUND REQUIRED:

  • High school diploma or GED
  • Experience in machine repair of hydraulic trim presses, vacuum forming, robotic trim, extrusion equipment, air compressors, chillers and assembly equipment
  • PLC troubleshooting, understanding electrical prints and schematics to facilitate repairs of equipment
  • Ability to read, follow and understand electrical, mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic drawings, blueprints, schematics, service manuals and manufacturers’ specifications
  • Ability to lift 50 pounds
  • The ability to work at a height in excess of 60’
  • Minimum 5 years of experience and related course work or Journeyman Machine Repair
  • Must Be Able to Complete Machine Repair Competency Test

Special Skills

  • Should have standard knowledge of Microsoft Office products and ability to use email functions on the computer.
  • Should have standard knowledge of tools including, welding, mills, lathes, cutting equipment, metal shear and brake, measuring, and drill tools
  • Ability to obtain Hi-Lo Certification
  • Exposure to Lean Manufacturing principles
  • Excellent interpersonal skills

Preferred Coursework

  • ABB robotics
  • MN 116 Basic Welding
  • MN 218 Pneumatics
  • EL Control Systems (optional)
  • MN 113 Mechanical Power Transmission (optional)
  • MN 217 Hydraulics (optional)

Duties And Responsibilities

  • Use drawings/blueprints, schematic diagrams, service manuals, code manuals, and manufacturer’s specifications to mechanically install, modify, enhance and repair machines and mechanical equipment.
  • Use basic PC/PLC knowledge and electrical schematics to troubleshoot and repair machines and mechanical equipment.
  • Read and interpret hydraulic, pneumatic, machine manuals, and basic interpretation of electrical schematics.
  • Perform MIG, TIG, and oxy/acetylene welding to install, modify, enhance, repair, and maintain business unit equipment and to fabricate and repair parts.
  • Start/restart machines and mechanical equipment after installations, modifications, enhancements, and repairs to ensure optimal operation.
  • Troubleshoot and repair breakdown of various equipment throughout production including but not limited to hydraulic trim presses, vacuum formers, robotic trim, extrusion equipment, air compressors, chillers and assembly equipment
  • First responder to breakdowns including but not limited to: motors, circuits, switches, cylinders, valves, gauges, conveyors etc.
  • Ability to train, teach, and assess other Machine Repair or Process Tech as required, working well, leading, and mentoring in a team environment.
  • Continually increase technical knowledge and knowledge of alternative work through internal or external training classes and/or seminars.
  • Address all machine-related and part quality issues, as well as all other issues, with co-workers and management personnel with accuracy, in a timely manner, giving updates and schedules as necessary.
  • Complete appropriate paperwork, including machine documentation, panel documentation, and preventive maintenance records to ensure adequate documentation needed to enhance the elimination of equipment downtime.
  • Document hours and work activity daily in record-keeping system—Maintenance Connection.
  • Provide necessary, accurate, and timely feedback and communication to co-workers and management, including training and validating/appraising work as appropriate.
  • Backup for the Process Tech role as needed.
  • Consistently adhere to, and support, company policies and procedures, including ISO, IATF, and OSHA safety regulations.
  • Not limited to and including any other maintenance job functions or other duties as assigned.

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