Job Posting Title
Maintenance Mechanic
Legal Entity
Metaldyne Sintered Ridgway, LLC (Ridgway Forge and Convent)
Job Description Summary
Responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, and improving manufacturing equipment to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operations that support product quality and production goals. Performs mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and basic electrical troubleshooting while supporting preventive maintenance, equipment reliability, and continuous improvement initiatives. Works closely with Maintenance, Engineering, Production, and Operations personnel to minimize downtime, optimize equipment performance, and provide technical guidance and training to team members.
Job Description:
Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain milling machines, lathes, presses, and other manufacturing equipment
Diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, and safety system issues
Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, technical drawings, and equipment documentation
Inspect, calibrate, and verify machine performance using precision measuring instruments
Assist with troubleshooting and servicing Dorst press systems, including hydraulic, mechanical, and electrical components
Collaborate with electricians, maintenance personnel, operators, setup personnel, and utility personnel to restore and optimize equipment performance
Train, mentor, and support maintenance mechanics in lower classifications
Utilize technical resources and training materials to remain current on equipment, technologies, and repair methods
Perform preventive maintenance activities on production and facility equipment
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to improve safety, quality, productivity, and equipment reliability
Create and maintain material and supply requests in support of maintenance work orders
Analyze machine sequences of operation to identify root causes of equipment failures
Perform mechanical assembly, fitting, alignment, and thread sizing activities
Repair, maintain, and modify Hydrogen, Nitrogen, Methanol, and Natural Gas systems in accordance with established procedures
Install replacement parts, functional components, and equipment upgrades as needed
Record maintenance activities and repair information within the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS)
Required Skills and Education
High school diploma or General Education required; technical certification or associate degree preferred. Hydraulics/pneumatics training is preferred Associate Degree in Mechanical-related field or equivalent from two-year College or technical school; or two years related experience and / or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
5–7 years of hands-on experience in maintenance, and control systems
About Dauch:
Dauch Corporation is a premier Driveline and Metal Forming supplier serving the global automotive industry with a powertrain-agnostic product portfolio that supports electric, hybrid, and internal combustion vehicles. The company is headquartered in Detroit, MI, with operations that span 24 countries and more than 175 locations. Formed through the acquisition of Dowlais Group plc and its subsidiaries - GKN Automotive and GKN Powder Metallurgy, Dauch unites deep engineering roots with global manufacturing capabilities and an entrepreneurial spirit to move mobility forward. Visit www.dauch.com to learn more.
Dauch will not discriminate against any Associate or applicant for employment because of age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law. Dauch will take affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed, and that Associates are treated equally during employment, without regard to their age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual…