Industrial Maintenance Technician (Presses, Controls & Die Repair) Location: Pontiac, MI
Job Type: Full-Time (40+ hours per week)
Shift: 1st Shift | 5: 00 AM – 3:30 PM (Must be open to training on alternate/swing shifts as needed)
Pay: Based on experience, knowledge, and skill; includes attendance premium
Role Overview
The Industrial Maintenance Technician plays a critical role in installing, repairing, and maintaining mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical components across our manufacturing machinery and physical structures. This is a hands-on position requiring strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a focus on keeping press lines running to quality specs.
Core Responsibilities
General Mechanical & Facilities Maintenance
Diagnose, replace, and repair faulty mechanical and pneumatic/hydraulic components on industrial machinery and large presses.
Execute preventive maintenance (PM) schedules to ensure maximum equipment uptime across all 3 buildings.
Perform structural fabrication and repair (counters, benches, partitions) using hand and power tools.
Execute welding (stick, MIG, torches), brazing, and cutting operations as needed.
Maintain, repair, and visually inspect the physical facility structures and electrical code compliance.
Work in a safe, neat, and professional manner, adhering to company standards and sequence of operations.
Controls & Electrical Troubleshooting (Preferred / Advanced)
Diagnose high-voltage and low-voltage electrical circuit systems using a voltmeter and diagnostic equipment.
Troubleshoot PLC, HMI, SCADA configurations, and motion control issues to restore line operation.
Support automation integration, station programming, and CAD reading/modifications where applicable.
Die Repair & Tooling Maintenance
Repair, maintain, inspect, and verify dimensions, alignments, and clearances of production dies, jigs, tools, and fixtures.
Recommend design or construction modifications based on die wear and performance.
Assist with die changes and machine setups when necessary.
Track and update tooling logs, preventive maintenance records, and CIP/work instructions.
Required Qualifications & Skills
Experience:
Manufacturing Maintenance: 3+ years (Required)
Stamping Press Maintenance/Shearing Operations: 2+ years (Required)
Electrical Systems / High-Voltage Troubleshooting: 1+ year (Preferred)
Equipment Knowledge: Heavy industrial equipment, pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical press systems.
Tools: Must possess your own hand and power tools.
Compliance: Must be able to pass a background check.
Preferred Experience: CAD exposure, PLC/HMI coding/troubleshooting, advanced MIG/stick welding.
Benefits Package Once Hired In
401(k) retirement plan
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Life insurance
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Employee referral program