Electrical Maintenance Technician 1st Shift

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for ensuring production machinery operates efficiently by performing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, hydraulic systems breakdowns, and repairing equipment

• Perform routine maintenance on motors, conveyor systems, production equipment, and facilities.
• Troubleshooting & Repair: Diagnose mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic issues, repairing or replacing broken components.
• Machine Installation: Set up, install, and calibrate new production machinery.
• Evaluate, recommend and monitor new equipment and processes to continuously improve product quality, reduce product lead-time, and reduce costs of operation.
• Continue to find ways to improve cycle times; reduce scrap and upgrade components for cost/performance improvement.
• Troubleshoot and repair marking systems, leak testers, cell controls, robots, coordinate vision systems, gauging systems and heat treat in die cast and machining departments.
• Continually improve knowledge base regarding advance in parts, equipment and processes to keep abreast of changes and innovations.
• Participate in requisitioning of materials, management of equipment manuals or literature and assist in maintaining correct levels of parts and products needed for daily maintenance and PM’s.
• Assist with training of new or less-experienced maintenance employees.
• Support and work with all departments in solving problems and improving manufacturing processes.
• Work with vendors to improve production processes.
• Monitor projects or situations that could cause schedule revisions in other departments and inform Value Stream Manager or Maintenance Manager.
• Participate in monthly Safety Team meetings.
• Perform work in accordance with regulatory and the Company’s safety policies to assure the safety of yourself and your coworkers.
• Safety and Compliance: Adhere to all company safety policies and procedures, including OSHA regulations and Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures, to ensure a safe working environment.
• Installation: Assist in the installation, leveling, and alignment of new machinery and production equipment.
• Training and Support: Provide technical support and guidance to machine operators on basic maintenance procedures and proper machine operation to enhance overall machine reliability.
• Recommend solutions to repeat equipment failures.
• Fill out detailed work orders for machine history to find root cause solutions.
• Other duties as assigned

Academic Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent, with an Associate's degree or technical certification in a related field preferred.

Required Skills & Experience

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a maintenance role within a manufacturing environment preferred.

• Electrical Knowledge
• Technical Knowledge: Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude, with the ability to read and interpret technical manuals, blueprints, schematics, and ladder logic diagrams.
• Problem-Solving: Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills to quickly diagnose issues and implement effective solutions
• Tool Proficiency: Experience using various diagnostic and measuring tools, such as multimeters, calipers, and micrometers.
• Strong communication skills, a "safety first" mindset, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively both independently (with limited supervision) and as part of a team.
• Familiarity with AB PLC series and troubleshoot same.
• Familiarity with high pressure die-casting processes, CNC machining operations and associated machinery.
• Troubleshoot both electrical and mechanical components of equipment to reduce or eliminate downtime.
• Troubleshoot and repair hydraulic systems components, valves, pressure reducers, and cylinders; understand hydraulic blueprints and concepts.
• Troubleshoot and repair pneumatic systems components, valves, pressure reducers and cylinders; understand pneumatic schematics and concepts.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical systems and their components; understand electrical schematics.
• Perform PM’s and repairs on ABB robots, Fanuc robots, printers, and other associated equipment to board level.
• Perform PM’s and repairs on all die cast machines and associated equipment including furnaces.
• Perform PM’s and repairs on all CNC milling and associated equipment including x-rays.
• Perform PM’s and repairs on all facility equipment.
• Install equipment in a fully automated work cell to actual production; plumbing and conduit;
• Assist in start-up and shutdown of automated work cells, robots, printers and vision system;
• Metal fabrication, assembly and modification of guards, tooling, supports, and associated equipment using current machining and welding equipment
• Repair computer PC based systems to board level.

What Linamar Has to Offer

• Competitive Compensation
• Employee Benefits package includes but not limited to, Drug, Dental & Vision etc.
• 401k Program
• Opportunities for career advancement.
• Sustainability Counsel
• Community based outreach supporting both local and global initiatives and charities.
• Discounts for local vendors and events, including auto supplier discounts.

About Us

Linamar Corporation is a Canadian-founded global manufacturer, renowned for its advanced engineering and innovative product development across diverse industries and markets. Our journey started in 1966 under the visionary leadership of our founder, and today, we remain committed to cultivating a culture of innovation and collaboration.

With access to state-of-the-art tools and resources, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact alongside a team of driven and passionate professionals. Join us and be part of a company where innovation, collaboration, and growth are at the heart of everything we do.

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