Maintenance Technician; Weekend Shift

The Maintenance Technician is a technical leader and subject matter expert (SME) responsible for maximizing equipment reliability, uptime, and operational performance within a highly automated production environment. This role leads advanced troubleshooting and repair efforts across robotics, vision systems, conveyors, PLC-controlled equipment, and other production technologies. Beyond hands-on maintenance, the Senior Maintenance Technician mentors team members, drives continuous improvement initiatives, champions safety and compliance, and serves as the primary escalation point for complex equipment issues.

Working cross-functionally with Operations, Engineering, Quality, and Production teams, this individual helps optimize productivity, enhance equipment performance, and minimize downtime.

This is an onsite role in our Lewisville TX facility, with a schedule of Friday-Sunday, 6AM-6:30PM.
** What will be my duties and responsibilities in this job?
*** Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair complex mechanical, electrical, robotic, vision, and automation systems, including KUKA robots, Cognex vision systems, shrink tunnels, conveyors, and PLC-controlled equipment
* Lead root cause analysis (RCA) and implement corrective and preventive actions to eliminate recurring failures
* Serve as the primary escalation resource for advanced equipment and automation issues
* Analyze maintenance data and identify opportunities to improve reliability, efficiency, and equipment performance
* Recommend equipment upgrades, design enhancements, and process improvements to reduce downtime
* Mentor and train Maintenance Technicians on troubleshooting, safety, maintenance procedures, and best practices
* Support onboarding and development of new technicians through structured training and hands-on coaching
* Lead daily shift meetings to communicate safety updates, maintenance priorities, and operational goals
* Provide feedback to leadership regarding team performance and development opportunities
* Coordinate maintenance activities and provide shift leadership when supervisors are unavailable
* Maintain accurate maintenance records and ensure compliance with CMMS (e.g., eMaint) work order standards
* Develop and update SOPs, PM procedures, troubleshooting guides, and LOTO documentation
* Audit preventive maintenance activities to ensure quality and effectiveness
* Participate in Kaizen, 5S, and continuous improvement initiatives that enhance productivity and equipment reliability
* Champion workplace safety through LOTO compliance, safety audits, and proactive risk identification
* Assist in developing Job Safety Analyses (JSAs) and support ongoing safety training efforts
* Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure maintenance activities meet safety, quality, and customer compliance requirements
* Identify critical spare parts requirements and support inventory optimization efforts
* Assist with storeroom audits and ensure availability of essential repair components
** What are the requirements needed for this position?
*** 4+ years of industrial maintenance experience, including experience with automation systems and advanced troubleshooting
* Strong knowledge of electromechanical systems, robotics, PLCs, vision systems, motors, sensors, and industrial controls
* Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and equipment documentation
* Experience using CMMS platforms such as eMaint or similar maintenance management systems
* Proven ability to diagnose and resolve complex equipment issues in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
** What other skills/experience would be helpful to have?
*** Experience leading, mentoring, or training maintenance technicians
* Hands-on experience with KUKA robotics, Cognex vision systems, Siemens TIA Portal, or similar automation platforms
* OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification
* Experience leading continuous improvement, reliability, or equipment optimization projects