Veedersburg Forge Maintenance Technician

thyssenkrupp integrated its Forging & Machining and Undercarriage businesses to start the new business unit Forged Technologies. With roughly 7,000 employees at 18 production sites in seven different countries, thyssenkrupp Forged Technologies has sales of over one billion euros and operates over 50 forging press lines and more than 150 machining and assembly lines in seven countries. The product portfolio includes undercarriage systems for heavy machinery as well as crankshafts, connecting rods, pistons, chassis products, transmission systems and rotor shafts for the automotive industry.

The Maintenance Tech reports to the Maintenance Manager and is responsible for the troubleshooting and repair of plant machinery, general plant building maintenance, and preventative maintenance actions.

• Machine and building repairs
• Troubleshooting and repairing plant equipment
• Robotic programming
• Preventative maintenance
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, update and repair malfunctioning plant equipment as well as plant building repairs
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair plant equipment involving checking voltages, changing out bad components, switching out gauges, as well as making camera and software adjustments
• Understand PLCs and diagnose machine faults/failures related to servos, AC Motion Controls, robotics, VFDs & related electronic components
• Perform routine mechanical or machining maintenance activities on equipment
• Participate in preventative maintenance program based on OEMs (Original Equipment Manuals) for plant equipment, machinery, and related facilities
• Maintain records of daily PM’s and readings such as emissions, dust collector, amp on blast wheels, and conductivity for water treat system
• Other responsibilities and projects as specified
• Ability to read Electrical and Blueprint drawings to facilitate repairs

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Specialized training in mechanics trade or related field preferred
• Length of Experience
  • 3-5 years of hands-on experience in maintenance in a manufacturing setting

• Willingness to learn
• Ability to multi-task in a fast paced environment
• Understanding of standard to metric conversions
• Excellent mechanical skills with a focus on mechanical presses
• Strong understanding of Programmable Logic Controllers (Allen Bradley/Siemens), robotics (ABB/Fanuc), and electrical control systems
• Capable of troubleshooting through complex mechanical, electrical and automation failures
• Proficient in pneumatic and hydraulic symbols and systems
• Skilled in welding and fabrication
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to convert metric to standard and basic mathematical ability
• Excellent reasoning and problem-solving ability
• Ability to follow step-by-step instructions
• Ability to operate a variety of maintenance equipment in a safe and effective manner
• Ability to adapt to changing technologies and learn functionality of new equipment and systems

The [above] is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

We offer an outstanding Benefits Package that includes:

• Company Tuition Reimbursement Package. Quarterly Bonus Program.
• 401K Match
• 120 hours of Paid Time Off after completion of Probation Period. (Earned as you work.)
• Competitive wage with a Skill Pay Program that includes a work service credit on relative education and experience.
• Comprehensive medical plans with flexible cost options. We also have a Preventative Healthcare and Medical Program with additional premium discount on medical insurance premiums.
• Dental plans.
• Vision Plans.
• Company Paid Life, AD&D, Short Term Disability, & Long Term Disability.
• 11 paid Holidays.
• Exclusive free medical services through our partnership with Everside Healthcare for employees and their dependents 3+ years of age.
• Gym Membership Reimbursement.