Controls Maintenance Technician - Autokiniton

Controls Maintenance Technician 1^st Shift (Pay up to $38.50 per hour depending on experience)

We are AUTOKINITON (pronounced auto-ken-i-TAHN)

AUTOKINITON is a Michigan-based family of automotive companies delivering operational excellence, high-quality execution, and customer service. We offer 100% vertical integration capabilities such as end-to-end engineering, manufacturing, and in-house logistics.

We’re proud of our Tier 1 supplier legacy for manufacturing propulsion-agnostic, structural automotive components, and assemblies around the globe.

To help us drive excellence, you’ll get to:

SUMMARY OF ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Wears all required safety equipment and ensures area and environment is safe
• Perform preventive maintenance as required
• Clean and organize area, keep area free of clutter and safety hazards 6S
• Be capable of troubleshooting and repair of mechanical breakdowns of equipment using PC/PLC ladder logic. Allen Bradley experience preferred
• Be skilled in Designing and Modifying PLC programs
• Be skilled in Designing and Modifying HMI Programs
• Be able to set up and troubleshoot communication issues (Ethernet, Datahighway)
• Be skilled in troubleshooting and repair of hydraulic and pneumatic systems
• Be able to design and modify hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical prints
• Be capable of Designing and Modifying mechanical systems and Fixtures
• Assist as required in advanced electrical repair as assigned
• Program and modify all types of Drives, AC and DC, 5hp to 500hp
• Adhere to all safety requirements i.e. lockout procedures, confined space, etc.
• Trouble shoot and repair all types of control circuits
• Repair electrical components where applicable
• Work with plant power distribution system
• Keep updated documentation as required on all shop machinery
• Any other General Maintenance related activities as required, pertaining to building and facilities
• Assist maintenance journeyman as a middle man between engineering and technicians

RELATIONSHIPS/CONTACTS

This colleague must be capable of demonstrating the behaviors consistent with the values of the Autokiniton MVV Statement. This colleague must possess excellent verbal and written skills due to the interaction with operational colleagues, management colleagues, customers and suppliers.

QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS

Education: Associates Degree in a related technical field with at least 8000 documented hours working in the trade or certified journeyman’s card. Will consider experience in lieu of education/degree.

• Ability to manipulate and modify robot programs. ABB, Fanuc, preferred
• Experience with mechanical or hydraulic presses a plus
• Excellent time management skills with the ability to multi task and prioritize
• Excellent problem solving skills such as 8D and 5 Whys
• Excellent communication skills as evidenced in colleague relations, team skills, and have the ability to interface directly with the customer to resolve issues
• Ability to work independently, self-starter with the ability to work in a fast paced environment
• Excellent attendance record
• Comply with Autokiniton values and policies

This full-time role is a part of our Plant Maintenance team and reports to the Plant Maintenance Manager and Maintenance Supervisor.

Working conditions:

·We’ll provide position-specific details including physical and focused efforts, working environment and conditions, and reasonable accommodations during the interview process.

Where you’ll be:

This position is located at our Bardstown plant in Bardstown, KY, offering many community events, resources, programs, and recreational opportunities for you and your family.

Community features:

·Small, friendly community

·Voted “Most Beautiful Small Town in America”

·Autokiniton Bardstown was voted the 2022 Best Manufacturing Facility in Nelson County

Why you’ll enjoy working here:

•Competitive Wages and Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k)with Company contribution match, and 14 paid holidays, including a bridge holiday in December.

•Work-Life Balance: Many of our Associates have stayed with us for 25+ years! It takes a good work-life balance to make it that far. We support your personal and professional priorities as they impact your well-being.

•Growth Opportunities: Take your career to the next level through tuition reimbursement programs, on-the-job training, learning management systems, and advancement opportunities from within our organization.

•Learning and Development:We empower all our Associates from entry-level to senior-level with the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in their current roles and beyond at AUTOKINITON.

AUTOKINITON Promotes a dynamic and collaborative work environment for everyone.

AUTOKINITON is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. AUTOKINITON makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.