Posted: 06/25/2026Employment Type:Contract to PermIndustry:ManufacturingJob Number: KW684174625
Job Description
NOW HIRING - IMMEDIATE OPENINGSMaintenance Technician1st Shift - 7am-3pm $28-$35/hr based on experience
Position SummaryWe are seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician to join our manufacturing team in Rochester, Michigan. This role is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing automated production equipment to ensure maximum uptime and production efficiency. The ideal candidate will have strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills, hands-on PLC programming experience, and experience working with automated vision inspection systems, preferably Keyence cameras.
Responsibilities
Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain automated assembly and production equipment.
Diagnose electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic issues.
Program, modify, and troubleshoot PLC-controlled equipment.
Maintain and troubleshoot vision inspection systems, with preference for Keyence Vision Systems.
Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on production machinery.
Respond quickly to equipment breakdowns to minimize production downtime.
Install, test, and commission new manufacturing equipment.
Read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical manuals.
Maintain accurate maintenance records using the company's CMMS system.
Work closely with Engineering and Production to improve equipment reliability and efficiency.
Ensure compliance with all safety policies and OSHA regulations.
QualificationsRequired
3+ years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
Experience programming and troubleshooting PLCs (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or equivalent).
Ability to read electrical schematics and mechanical drawings.
Knowledge of pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.
Willingness to work overtime and occasional weekends as needed.
Preferred
Experience with Keyence Vision Systems/Cameras.
Experience in plastics manufacturing or plastic assembly operations.
Familiarity with robots, servo motors, VFDs, and HMI programming.
Experience with industrial networking (EtherNet/IP, DeviceNet, or similar).
Associate degree or technical certification in Industrial Maintenance, Mechatronics, Electrical Technology, or related field.
Why Join Us?Join a growing plastic assembly manufacturer that invests in advanced automation and values skilled maintenance professionals. You'll work with modern equipment, contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, and play a critical role in keeping our production operations running efficiently.
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