Production Equipment Reliability Technician and Forklift Operator

Production Equipment Reliability Technician and Forklift Operator Do you like solving mechanical puzzles? Can you switch from repairing a sensor to staging materials without missing a beat? If so, this hybrid role might fit you perfectly.

Your Focus Areas Maintenance (Approximately 75%)Be the first call for equipment issues on the production floor.

Diagnose and fix assembly equipment, fixtures, and fundamental automation.

Complete PMs and record all work using our maintenance software.

Minimize downtime by restoring machines to safe operating condition quickly.

Identify patterns of failure and implement lasting corrective actions.

Validate error-proofing: poka-yoke devices, sensors, and fixtures.

Coordinate with leadership on major repairs or vendor support.

Keep tools, spares, and maintenance areas clean and organized.

Material Handling (Approximately 25%)Deliver/stage materials to work cells to keep production flowing.

Move finished goods to designated areas.

Load/unload trucks as needed.

Maintain FIFO discipline and basic inventory accuracy.

Assist with packaging, labeling, and container preparation.

Support other plant tasks as assigned to meet business needs.

What You Bring High school diploma or GED.
5+ years of maintenance, manufacturing, or mechanical troubleshooting experience.

Self-starter who can set priorities and work without close supervision.

Ability to safely operate a forklift, motorized pallet jack, scissor lift, etc.

Working knowledge of tools, equipment, and mechanical systems.

Comfort asking for help at the right time and receiving constructive feedback.

Strong multitasking skills and on-time execution.

Note:

This description highlights core duties and scope; you may assist beyond these items whenever needed to help the team succeed.

Pay & Perks Competitive starting rate Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits; life and disability insurance

Paid time offPaid Holidays
100% company-paid participation in the Con Met/Amsted Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)
Company 401k match

Wellness reimbursement

Grow with Con Met As  part of Amsted Industries, Con Met supplies wheel hubs, aluminum castings, and structural plastics to OEM and aftermarket customers worldwide. Since 1964, we’ve pioneered technologies that have become standard on most heavy-duty vehicles in North America—while expanding our global footprint. We’re driven by customer needs and committed to advancing efficient products, processes, and technology that reshape how vehicles are run and maintained.

Technical Strengths We Value Equipment Troubleshooting Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills
120/208/240/480 Voltage Systems Preventive Maintenance & Inspection Maintenance and Repair Skills Forklift Licensed Hydraulic Systems & Components Automotive Manufacturing Systems Experience in a Manufacturing Environment Tools You’ll Touch Palletizer Forklifts  (Crown, Hyster)
Equal Employment Opportunity Con Met  provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or any other characteristics protected by federal, state, or local laws ("Protected Characteristics"). Ensuring fair wages is an important Company value.

Accordingly, the Company will not pay wages to any employee at a rate less than the Company pays to other employees for work that is substantially equivalent and requires comparable skills unless a bona fide factor justifies a pay differential. The Company prohibits pay disparity based on Protected Characteristics or prior salary history. The Company prohibits retaliation against employees for discussing compensation.