Maintenance Technician

Job Highlights

Company Profile

Tenneco is a leading designer, manufacturer, and marketer of automotive products for original equipment and aftermarket customers.

Job Profile

The company is hiring a Maintenance Technician who will support manufacturing operations by maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing all facilities and manufacturing equipment safely and professionally.

Education Level

• Not mentioned, yet a High School Diploma will be a plus

Work Experience

• Minimum of 3 years documented Industrial Maintenance Department experience
• Minimum of 5 years in manufacturing environment, automotive experience (preferred)
• Experience in the use of forktrucks and aerial lift devices (required)
• Journeyman certification (preferred but not required)

Duties/Responsibilities

• Ability to be flexible in working traditional and non-traditional work hours, as required
• Assist in plant and departmental attainment of safety, quality, productivity, and financial goals
• Attend and complete all required training necessary to ensure skill level growth as well as current compliance requirements from MIOSHA, NEC, JIC, and DNR
• Must perform the job with acceptable safety, environmental, quality, productivity, and performance standards as outlined in plant policies, handbooks, and applicable work instructions
• Respond to all maintenance-related requests with a prompt, professional, courteous, and willingness to help demeanor
• Setup, installation, and commissioning of machinery to support inner plant moves and new launches
• Support facilities maintenance and continuous improvement activities that may include fabrication, welding, lift truck use, or aerial lift use
• Troubleshoot, repair, and PM plant production equipment, systems, and facilities following all regulation guidelines, maintenance best practices, and lessons learned
• Use, maintain, and manage the Maintenance CMM system for work orders and PM’s
• Other miscellaneous duties as assigned

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities

• Ability to demonstrate an understanding of how job performance affects product quality
• Ability to maneuver and adjust robot programming on primarily Fanuc, KUKA, and Panasonic robots in a robot welding and material handling setting
• Ability to read and comprehend electrical prints, hydraulic schematics, and PLC ladder diagrams
• Ability to read, interpret, and prepare written reports, instructions, and procedures
• Ability to use computers for email and related Maintenance productivity software
• Ability to work well with others and establish and maintain positive working relationships
• Demonstrated understanding of machine electrical systems and basic troubleshooting procedures

Physical Demands

• Ability to lift, push, and pull 50 pounds
• Frequent twisting, bending, stooping, turning
• Will be in tight areas, expected to reach and service equipment from various angles

Work Environment

• Operate shop support power tools (roto-hammers, bandsaws, drill presses, welders)
• Use common hand tools (hammers, saws, screwdrivers, wrenches, and similar tools)
• With the use of proper PPE some tasks will require handling and servicing filters that contain weld dust, dirt, and general airborne contaminates
• With the use of proper PPE, some tasks will require handling greases, lubricants, detergents, paints, solvents, and other industrial liquids
• Work in both hot and cold environments, and be on your feet for long periods
• Working at elevated heights greater than ten feet with proper PPE (Example: working in a bucket truck, aerial lift device, ladder)

Benefits/Perks

• 401(k)
• 401(k) Company Match
• Dental Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flex Spending Account (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Life Insurance (Supplemental and AD&D)
• Medical Insurance
• Paid Time Off – up to 2 weeks in 1st year
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Vision Insurance

Employer’s Statement

Tenneco is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.