Maintenance Technician

Job Title: Maintenance Engineering Technician

Job Type: Contract (6 Months, Potential Extension/Conversion)

Location: Greenfield, IN 46140 (Onsite)

Schedule: 1st Shift | Monday - Friday | 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM

Some overtime on Saturdays (4-6 hours) may be required based on business needs.

Job Summary

One of our clients is seeking a skilled Maintenance Engineering Technician to support both the Maintenance and Engineering teams in a manufacturing environment. This role serves as a key liaison between Maintenance and Engineering, providing technical expertise in troubleshooting, automation, CNC equipment, PLC programming, and continuous process improvement. The ideal candidate will have hands-on maintenance experience along with strong programming and controls knowledge to support production equipment and manufacturing operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical support to Maintenance and Engineering teams for equipment troubleshooting and repairs.
• Diagnose and resolve complex issues involving manufacturing equipment, automation systems, and production machinery.
• Program, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain PLC-controlled equipment, robotics, CNC machines, and related automation systems.
• Modify and edit CNC machine programs as needed to support production requirements.
• Assist engineers with equipment installation, testing, commissioning, and process improvements.
• Support the implementation of new manufacturing equipment, including programming and startup activities.
• Develop and maintain manufacturing documentation such as work instructions, setup sheets, routings, and standard operating procedures.
• Evaluate proposed manufacturing changes and provide technical recommendations regarding feasibility and production impact.
• Collaborate with Maintenance, Engineering, Operations, Quality, Materials, Purchasing, and other cross-functional teams to improve manufacturing processes.
• Manage multiple assignments while meeting project timelines and production goals.
• Ensure compliance with safety procedures, quality standards, and company policies.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on increasing equipment reliability and manufacturing efficiency.

Required Qualifications

• Associate degree, technical diploma, military technical training, or equivalent experience in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Robotics, Mechatronics, Industrial Technology, or a related field.
• 2-3 years of Maintenance Engineering or Industrial Maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong experience with PLC programming and troubleshooting.
• Hands-on experience with CNC machines, including the ability to edit and modify machine programs.
• Experience supporting industrial automation, robotics, controls, and manufacturing equipment.
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical problem-solving skills.
• Ability to read blueprints, electrical diagrams, technical drawings, and manufacturing documentation.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to work effectively across Engineering and Maintenance teams.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with industrial robots and automation systems.
• Familiarity with Allen Bradley, Fanuc, ABB, Yaskawa, Keyence, Murata, Hurco, or similar industrial equipment.
• Knowledge of preventive maintenance programs and industrial networking concepts.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.