Maintenance Technician

Maintenance TechnicianAdler Pelzer Group - a growing global Tier One supplier of Acoustic and Soft Trim products to the automotive industry is seeking a strong and motivated Maintenance Technician for the manufacturing operations in Thomson, GA. Located just outside Augusta and minutes from Fort Eisenhower (formerly Fort Gordon).**$5,000 SIGN ON BONUS**The Maintenance Technician participates in activities concerned with the design, construction, modification, and maintenance of equipment and machinery in manufacturing so that throughput, inventory, and operating expense objectives are achieved. Inspects and repairs machinery and equipment based on operating parameters, according to engineering principles and safety regulations.The following are the major duties and responsibilities of the Maintenance Technician:Analyzes mechanical, electrical, and operational problems on assigned equipment and plans for and takes corrective action to maintain maximum production and quality.Reading and comprehension of Electrical schematics.Tests newly installed or refurbished equipment to ensure fulfillment to specification and safety.Immediately respond to maintenance issues when production has stopped due to mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, or hydraulic problems.Performs preventive maintenance on equipment to reduce downtime.Maintain and monitor inventory of maintenance equipment and parts. Order new parts as necessary.Install and maintain program modifications for all machines.Coordinate with the Maintenance Manager for the installation and removal of equipment.Complete purchase order requisitions for all purchased goods, equipment, or services.Will be required to work necessary overtime and have shift flexibilityNote: This section is not inclusive. Other duties are assigned as necessary to support team goals.Please refer to the required list of skills and experience below. Education can be substituted with equivalent experience. Licenses & Certifications are preferred but not required.Benefits: Adler Pelzer offers a competitive pay and benefits package as well as the opportunity to grow one's career. Benefits include: medical, dental, vision, other insurance options, paid time off, 401(K) match, life insurance, short term and long term disability insurance, employee assistance program, variety of automobile purchase discounts (BMW, Ford, GM, Subaru-many others), and tuition reimbursement.To learn more about our Company and our rich history, visit our website at www.AdlerPelzer.comWe are an equal opportunity employer. APG participates in the E-Verify Program.QualificationsSkillsRequiredWeldingSome KnowledgeElect: read elect printsIntermediateMechanical machine repairIntermediateElect: sensors/ switchesSome KnowledgeElectrical: Motor testSome KnowledgeElectrical: 3 PhaseSome KnowledgePneumatic Valves/fittingsSome KnowledgeHydraulics: pumpsSome KnowledgeHydraulics: reading printsSome KnowledgeHydraulics: ValvesSome KnowledgeHydraulics: cylinders, sealsSome KnowledgeRobotics annual maintenanceIntermediatePLC programingIntermediateElectrical: test I/OAdvancedElectrical: relaysAdvancedElect: Freq drive basicsAdvancedAutomation skillsAdvancedPLC Allen Bradley/ SimensIntermediatePreferredInjection Molding MachineIntermediatePLC Krauss Mafai / EngleSome KnowledgePU FoamIntermediateBehaviorsRequiredTeam PlayerWorks well as a member of a groupDetail OrientedCapable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done wellDedicatedDevoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrityPreferredLeaderInspires teammates to follow themMotivationsRequiredSelf-StarterInspired to perform without outside helpFlexibilityInspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goalsPreferredGoal CompletionInspired to perform well by the completion of tasksEducationRequiredHigh School or better.ExperienceRequired2-5 years:Technical experience in manufacturing, preferably in automotive interior trim and systemsEqual Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.