THK Manufacturing of America is currently looking for a Senior Maintenance Tech to join our Hebron, Ohio Plant. This position is responsible for providing advanced level corrective, predictive, and preventive maintenance to all production and support equipment under limited supervision to produce THK’s high quality precision products. This position is also responsible for the development and implementation of special projects and/or training programs as required.
Major Responsibilities
- Instruction – Support and follow all company policies and procedures; as well as follow the instructions provided by direct leadership members (including other duties as assigned). Develop the necessary training and implementation to members as required.
- Work Area – Maintain a neat and orderly working environment to ensure safety of each member and efficiency of production.
- Operations – Attain a thorough working knowledge of the operations by following the instructions provided by other members. Utilize training provided by machine manufacturers to continue to grow and develop existing skillset.
- Measuring Instrument Use – Use precision instruments in troubleshooting machine breakdowns and making machine parts in machine shop.
- Handling and Transport – Safely remove, transport, and reinstall machine parts on machines being repaired; involves handling parts by hand, by multiple members, by forklift, machine dollies, or by hoist. For safe handling, carefully remove and transport machine parts with non-defective equipment.
- Troubleshooting – Advanced level troubleshooting and repairs for machine breakdowns including mechanical, electronic, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems under limited supervision. Also troubleshoots and repairs all other equipment needed for the manufacture of THK products.
- Post-process – Whenever necessary, analyzes the causes of breakdowns and executes countermeasures to prevent recurrence. Modifies, updates, and enhances manufacturing equipment in-order to produce quality products.
- Machine Setup and Operation – Sets up and operates machine tools, welding equipment, and hand tools in machine shop to make small tools and parts needed for use in manufacturing processes.
- Reporting and Records – Report all problems to supervisor, pass pertinent information on to next shift, generate performance reports, determine/record all spare replacement parts for manufacturing equipment to improve equipment uptime, generate/implement preventative maintenance procedures, record work performed on “Work Request” documents.
- Training – Develop and implement member training as required and adheres to skill matrix.
Qualifications:
Appointees must have the working knowledge of documentation (such as drawings and operation sheets, etc.) as well as intermediate computer skills (MS Office, CMMS, and email). Aptitude for measuring (taking readings, making calculations and keeping records). Advanced troubleshooting in mechanical, electronic, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems. Strong knowledge of machine shop equipment such as CNC machines, mills, presses, shear and measuring equipment. Ability to read electrical and mechanical drawings. Thorough knowledge of assembly processes. Excellent communication skills and the ability to conduct individualized and group training. Must be adept in the following skills: PLC programming, robotics control, software operation, machine automation, 24/120/240/480 volt wiring practices, DC voltage wiring practices, photo eye/proximity switch set-up and operation, lock-out/tag-out procedures, and quality control procedures.
Education:
ASET or ASMET degree or education/experience equivalent beyond High School Diploma or GED preferred.
Experience:
Eight to ten years in electro-mechanical troubleshooting and repair of automated assembly and machine tool equipment. Minimum of 2 years experience in the troubleshooting and repair of TMA production equipment or equivalent preferred. Experience in development of procedures and training materials as well as implementation of individualized and group instruction.
Disclaimer:
This Job Summary indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent(s). It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent(s) may be asked to perfo