Equipment Technician

This position will engage in production equipment maintenance to ensure continuous production, including troubleshooting equipment breakdowns, executing the regular preventive maintenance plan execution, and equipment modification. Associates identified for the second shift may train on the first shift initially and then be placed on the second shift based on the production ramp-up schedule and/or business need.

Production Equipment Maintenance TechnicianThe LGES–HONDA Joint Venture, located in Jeffersonville, Ohio, is passionate about developing and maintaining a culture where our associates and customers understand their value and worth. We are making a positive impact, and we want you to be a part of it!This position will engage in production equipment maintenance to ensure continuous production, including troubleshooting equipment breakdowns, executing the regular preventive maintenance plan execution, and equipment modification. This position will also be involved with basic mechanical or electrical work as needed and as qualified.Responsibilities:Perform responsibilities of conducting corrective and preventative maintenance of production equipment and its controls to ensure the operation of machineryCommunicate directly with the production department to coordinate preventative maintenance and troubleshooting work in production areasDaily reporting and tracking of activitiesPlan, Do, Check, Action follow-up itemsImmediate response to production floor needs and requirementsMonitor machine operation, diagnose machine/process issues, and make machine adjustmentsCompliance with all safety policies and regulationsParticipate and complete all training requirementsPrepare and manage a periodic preventative maintenance scheduleKeep the records of all preventative maintenance and troubleshooting activitiesEnsure work is completed safely and maintain a safe work environmentFollow the company's existing cleaning SOPs during downtime (e.g., line stop, waiting time, etc.), which includes cleaning your designated machine and/or surrounding work areaMaintain cleanliness at the worksite in accordance with 5S3R Standards:Sort, set in order, Shine, Standardize, SustainRight Location, Right Quantity, Right ContainerPerform other duties as assignedEducation/Experience:High School Diploma or GED requiredVocational Certificate or Associate degree preferred or equivalent, relevant experienceKnowledge/Skills:Experience in a manufacturing/production environment preferredPLC, Robotics, Hydraulic, Pneumatics, HMI, Vision, and Servo systems experience preferredBasic mechanical and electrical knowledge requiredAble to communicate clearly in verbal and written formatsBasic knowledge of Microsoft productsAble to analyze problems and determine the root causeStrong self-direction and driveCapability to develop a high level of expertise/aptitude in mechanical and electrical areasExperience with enterprise software such as Maximo preferredAdditional Requirements:Prompt and regular attendance within our onsite operationsAbility to work 12-hour shifts and set workday rotations that can result in overtime over a two-week work periodFlexibility to work adjusted shifts or additional overtime as necessaryL-H Battery will align associates by shift based on seniority. Associates identified for the second shift may train on the first shift initially and then be placed on the second shift based on the production ramp-up schedule and/or business need.Candidates receiving offers will be offered a specific shift, and requests for shift alignment will be considered and processed according to both seniority and business need.What differentiates The LGES-HONDA Joint Venture and makes us an employer of choice?Total Rewards:Competitive base salaryOvertime compensationPaid time off, including vacation & paid holidaysIndustry-leading benefit plans (Medical, Dental, Vision, Rx)Shift premium (when assigned)401K plan with company matchRelocation assistance (if eligible)Career Growth:Advancement opportunitiesEducation reimbursement for continued learningTraining and Development programsAdditional Offerings:On-Site cafeteriaOn-Site recreational areaOn-Site wellness areaClean, climate-controlled environmentLGES-Honda Joint Venture, L-H Battery Company, is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected factor. Only those lawfully authorized to work in the designated country associated with the position will be considered. Please note that all Position start dates and duration are estimates and may be reduced or lengthened based upon a client's business needs and requirements.