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Maintenance Technician-Level 3 Formation C-Shift; -Thurs, Fri, Sat & Rotating Wed
Job in
De Soto, Johnson County, Kansas, 66018, USA
Listed on 2026-06-22
Listing for:
Panasonic Avionics Corporation
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-06-22
Job specializations:
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Manufacturing / Production
Maintenance Technician / Mechanic
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Overview
Maintenance Technician – Level 3 (Formation) – Days, C‑Shift. Responsible for maintaining production equipment, performing preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and basic repairs in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.
ResponsibilitiesFunctional Operations
- Work closely with Operations teams to maintain PECNA equipment.
- Perform maintenance tasks following established procedures, work instructions, and guidance from senior technicians.
- Check settings, gauge readings, Human Machine Interface (HMI), and sensors regularly to keep machines operating within specifications.
- Perform regular preventative maintenance per documented requirements (e.g., cleaning, lubricating shafts, bearings, gears).
- Tighten bolts, inspect belts/chains for wear and tension, and replace belts, filters, and other consumable components as needed.
- Grease or lubricate fittings, joints, unions, and motors as required.
- Perform thorough cleaning activities on dismantled equipment and reassemble per OEM specifications under guidance.
- Clean, organize, inventory, stock, and maintain shop and production areas, parts, tools, and supplies in a 6S environment.
- Operate and maintain tools and equipment in assigned areas.
Performance Optimization & Continuous Improvement
- Perform basic troubleshooting to replace worn or broken parts.
- Conduct visual and audible inspections to detect abnormalities and support scheduling of repairs.
- Examine machine components to detect wear and imperfections.
- Assist with basic electrical or mechanical troubleshooting on non‑functioning electro‑mechanical equipment under guidance.
- Use hand tools, power tools, electric meters, measuring devices, and material handling equipment.
- Identify faulty operations and defective material; escalate issues to supervisors as needed.
- Conduct initial multimeter readings of motors and gain exposure to PLC ladder logic with guidance.
- Support identification of causes of unexpected breakdowns and escalate findings as needed.
- Respond to routine equipment issues and support restoration of normal operations.
- Escalate non‑routine or unresolved issues to higher‑level technicians.
- Assist in developing and updating Standard Work as required.
Training & Team Support
- Provide basic task‑level guidance to peers and support training activities as assigned.
- Actively participate in on‑the‑job training and skill development.
- Maintain flexibility to work all scheduled shift hours.
Cross‑Functional Collaboration & Communication
- Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to resolve issues promptly.
- Support implementation of industry‑standard compliant processes and procedures.
- Communicate equipment status, issues, and completed work clearly to operations and maintenance teams.
Quality, Safety & Compliance
- Maintain accurate records of completed work, including After Action Reviews (AARs).
- Ensure compliance with all safety regulations, standard operating procedures, and company quality policies.
- Follow 6S workplace organization standards and maintain a clean, safe, and well‑organized work area.
- Adhere to all Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) requirements and maintenance safety procedures.
- Utilize required personal protective equipment (PPE) and follow all safety protocols specific to maintenance activities.
Supervisory Responsibilities
- None
Travel Requirement
- None
Required
- High school diploma, GED, or 2 years of prior experience in a functional maintenance area.
Preferred
- Associate degree or higher in a technical discipline (e.g., Industrial Maintenance, Mechatronics, Electrical Technology).
- Lean Manufacturing Certification or Yellow Belt.
- Journeyman Certification.
- PECNA‑approved Technical Training.
- 2+ years of relevant maintenance or technical work experience.
- Demonstrated ability to work in a fast‑paced, flexible environment and learn new tools and concepts quickly.
- Successful completion of Ramsay mechanical or electrical aptitude assessment.
- Basic mathematical skills and ability to perform standard calculations.
- Ability to learn and understand the organization’s production equipment and processes.
- Adaptable, collaborative, and communicative team player with strong problem‑solving…
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