Job Title: Maintenance TechnicianJob DescriptionWe are seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to join our team. This position offers an hourly rate of $35 for the 1st shift and $35.50 for the 2nd or 3rd shifts. Candidates must be open to working any shift due to a union bid system. The role involves maintaining the facility, hot stamping presses, and lasers, with responsibilities split evenly between electrical and mechanical tasks. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in both electrical and mechanical maintenance, including PLCs, welding, and hydraulics.Responsibilities
Visually inspect and listen to machines and equipment to locate causes of malfunctions.
Dismantle machines and equipment to access problem areas.
Inspect and measure parts to detect wear, misalignment, or other issues.
Remove and replace worn or defective parts.
Realign and adjust components such as spindles and clutches.
Locate damaged air and hydraulic pipes on machines, measure, cut, thread, and install new pipes.
Start machines and equipment to test operation following repair.
Repair broken parts.
Wire and troubleshoot basic electrical control circuits.
Perform all duties and operate machinery and equipment according to MIOSHA standards and company procedures using required safety equipment (gloves, sleeves, ear plugs, etc.).
Modify computer-controlled motion of robots.
Assist engineers in modifying sketches or computer-generated designs of machine components such as hydraulic systems and drive mechanisms.
Maintain punctual and regular attendance.
Work any assigned shift.
Keep work areas clean and orderly.
Participate in continuous improvement activities.
Assume other duties as directed by the supervisor.
Read and understand the IATF16949, ISO9001:2015, and ISO-14001 procedures.
Essential Skills
4+ years of Maintenance Technician experience and troubleshooting.
4+ years of mechanical maintenance experience - hydraulics, motors, gears, gearboxes, conveyors, welding.
2+ years of electrical maintenance experience - PLC, 480V, prox switches, limit switches, etc.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Journeyman Card
Stamping experience
Laser experience
Hot stamping
Why Work Here?This is a direct hire position with union benefits after 90 days and ample opportunities for overtime. Join a supportive and dynamic work environment where your skills and contributions are valued. Enjoy the stability and benefits of a unionized workplace.Work EnvironmentThis union plant, established in 2020, produces critical safety components such as Door Beams and B-Pillars for major automotive manufacturers. With 190 hourly workers, 35 salaried employees, and 5-20 contractors/temps, the plant operates multiple shifts dictated by seniority under a bid system. Shifts are as follows: 1st shift (6 am - 2:30 pm), 2nd shift (2 pm - 10:30 pm), and 3rd shift (10 pm - 6 am). The work week typically runs Monday through Saturday, with an average of 55-65 hours per week. The facility includes 6 hot stamping lines, 4 blanking presses, 2 Coil Fed Transfer presses, and 23 5-Axis laser cutting machines.Job Type & LocationThis is a Permanent position based out of Detroit, Michigan.About Aerotek:We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.