Mechanical Maintenance Team Technician, 1st Shift, BlueOval Battery Park Michigan

Job Description

At Blue Oval Battery Park Michigan, you will use your entrepreneurial skills and team mindset to develop data‑driven solutions, lead an agile team to deliver advanced technology, create a culture of trust, encourage diversity of thought, and be part of the historic transformation of the automotive industry.

During training and initial launch, the operating pattern will be an 8‑10 hour shift schedule and then transition to a 12‑hour shift schedule.

Key responsibilities may include:

• Preventative Maintenance: regularly inspecting, cleaning, lubricating, and performing scheduled maintenance on production equipment (mixing machines, coating machines, clean rooms, assembly robots) to prevent breakdowns.
• Continuous Process Improvement: work on continuous process improvements to ensure the line operates at its designed level at all times.
• Troubleshooting and Repair: diagnose and resolve mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic issues with production equipment, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions.
• Equipment Calibration: perform routine calibrations on critical measurement devices to ensure accuracy in the production process.
• Quality Control: monitor production processes to identify potential quality defects and take corrective actions to maintain product quality standards.
• Data Analysis: interpret equipment performance data to identify areas for improvement and implement optimization strategies.
• Safety Compliance: adhere to all safety procedures, wear required PPE, and report any safety hazards immediately.
• Documentation: maintain detailed records of maintenance activities, repairs, and parts used.
• Collaboration:
  
  work closely with production operators, engineers, and other maintenance technicians to identify and address equipment issues.

• Department of Labor or State Recognized Certification, or Military Equivalent.
• Previous industrial mechanical experience or combination of previous work experience and training equivalent.
• Working knowledge of advanced mechanical principles.
• Exceptional computer skills, reading and data interpretation.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Comfortable learning new technology.
• Legally authorized to work in the US.

Even better, you may have:

• Expert knowledge and experience of automation machinery specifications.
• Expert knowledge with machining, repairing and/or rebuilding machinery, and machine components using lathes, mills, grinders, etc.
• Advanced knowledge of all mechanical systems.
• Proficient in reading and comprehension of technical drawings and schematics.
• Advanced computer skills, reading and interpreting data.
• Fundamental knowledge of PLC such as Siemens, Rockwell, etc.
• Knowledge and skills of conveyors, drives, robots, and computers.
• Knowledge of HVAC systems, including troubleshooting fans and blowers.

$46.25 per hour.

• Bonus Program – performance‑based bonus program recognizing the work you do every day.
• Employee Experience – recognition programs and activities focused on your importance to our success.
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan – company matches 100% of first 5% of base wages contributed, plus additional company contributions.
• Paid Time Off.
• Up to four weeks of vacation each year as you grow with the company.
• Holidays and wellness (sick) days.
• New Parent Leave following birth, adoption, or foster placement of a child.
• Health – medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family, beginning with your date of hire.
• Health Care Flexible Spending Account.
• Mental health and wellness counseling.
• Life Insurance – company‑provided basic life and accidental death and dismemberment; additional coverage available.
• Disability – company‑provided short‑term disability coverage; additional coverage available.
• Ford Vehicle Discounts – save on new Ford vehicle purchases for you, your family and your friends.
• Discounts on insurance (e.g., homeowners, auto, pet, legal).

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status. In the United States, if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please call 1‑888‑336‑0660.