Maintenance Technician in Sterling Heights

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Shuert Technologies is the global leader in the manufacture of reusable twin sheet thermoformed pallets and other innovative reusable packaging solutions. We apply our deep product development knowledge and production best practices to deliver products that offer increased transportation payload, improved ergonomics, reduced solid waste, and reduced carbon footprint.

We are seeking a skilled and dependable Maintenance Technician to join our manufacturing team. The successful candidate will be responsible for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing production equipment and facility systems to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable operations. This position requires strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting abilities, a commitment to workplace safety, and the ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with production and engineering teams.

• Repair, maintain, and keep manufacturing equipment and plant support systems operating efficiently.
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on production equipment and facility machinery.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, plumbing, and facility systems.
• Perform electrical and plumbing installations, repairs, and modifications as required.
• Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns to minimize production downtime.
• Install, relocate, and commission manufacturing equipment, including rigging, loading, unloading, and machine setup.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, technical manuals, and equipment documentation.
• Complete work orders and maintain accurate maintenance and repair records.
• Maintain inventory of spare parts, tools, and maintenance supplies as needed.
• Work closely with production and engineering teams to improve equipment reliability and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure all work is performed in compliance with company safety policies, procedures, and applicable regulations.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

• Must have at least 1-3 years of experience in maintenance and manufactuaing.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Basic reading, writing, and arithmetic skills.
• Prior maintenance experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and repair industrial machinery and equipment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with a working knowledge of electrical systems.
• Experience performing preventive and predictive maintenance.
• Ability to safely use hand tools, power tools, diagnostic equipment, and computers.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, electrical schematics, technical manuals, and parts catalogs.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills.

• Advanced skills in one or more of the following areas: HVAC, electrical systems, mechanical systems, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, plumbing, piping systems, or PLC programming.
• Experience installing and relocating industrial machinery, including rigging and equipment setup.
• Prior experience demonstrating machine repair, electrical troubleshooting, and industrial maintenance best practices.
• General knowledge of computers, industrial automation, and robotics.
• Technical diploma, apprenticeship, or trade certification in Industrial Maintenance, Millwright, Industrial Electrician, or a related field is considered an asset.