What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance Technician - 3rd Shift position at Hobart Brothers?
Job Description:
Hobart Brothers, an Illinois Tool Works Company, is a recognized leader among aluminum welding manufacturers worldwide. The team in Traverse City, Michigan is seeking to add a Maintenance Technician to the 3rd shift. Typical weekly schedule is Sunday to Thursday 11 PM to 7 AM, overtime as needed. In this role you will work closely with the maintenance team and operators to troubleshoot repairs and perform preventative maintenance on machinery throughout the facility.
How you will make an impact:
- Review and prioritize fix-it tickets for machine repairs
- Perform machine repairs
- Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical systems
- Conduct preventative maintenance tasks
- Machine/fabricate machine parts using drill press, lathe, mill, welding, etc.
- Snow removal
What you need to do to be successful in this role:
Technical Skills
- Troubleshooting Expertise: Possess mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic/hydraulic troubleshooting and repair skills to maintain equipment efficiency.
- Precision Machining: Demonstrate proficiency in measurement, layout, drilling, reaming, threading, welding, and cutting for fabrication and repair tasks.
- Mechanical Knowledge: Understand mechanical drive systems, bearing maintenance, and replacement procedures.
- Workplace Safety: Ability to work at heights using proper safety equipment and protocols.
- Technical Proficiency: Read and interpret electrical and mechanical schematics and prints accurately.
- Equipment Operation: Utilize test and measurement tools such as multimeters, calipers, and micrometers effectively.
- Electrical Systems: Experience with PLCs, VFDs, and electrical control systems is a plus.
Teamwork & Collaboration
- Strong Interpersonal Skills: Must be a team player and self-starter with the ability to work independently. Strong communication skills are essential for collaborating with operators, engineers, and non-technical personnel.
- Positive Attitude: Maintain a professional, team-oriented mindset with a strong work ethic.
- Continuous Learning: Willingness to pursue further education and skill development.
- Independent Work Ethic: Self-directed with the ability to work efficiently with minimal supervision.
- Analytical Thinking: Apply logical reasoning and problem-solving skills to analyze and resolve complex issues.
- Multitasking Ability: Capable of managing multiple tasks and addressing various issues simultaneously.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Position requires 1-3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment
Company Description
Hobart Brothers, a division of ITW, provides innovative and high-quality filler metal solutions (including metal-cored, flux-cored, aluminum, and solid wires, as well as stick electrodes) to customers around the world. Hobart Brothers has manufacturing facilities in Troy, OH, Piqua, OH, and Traverse City, MI.
Why Hobart Filler Metals?
We offer a competitive salary and benefits package including medical, vision and dental insurance, life, short and long-term disability insurance, sick, holiday and vacation pay, 401(k) with liberal matching funds, and educational reimbursement.
Additional information
Hobart Brothers Company is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.
If you are a qualified individual with a Disability, or a protected Veteran and need assistance with this job posting, please inquire at HR@hobartbrothers.com