Maintenance Technician

About Us:

At Maximus Group, our vision is to be the leader in providing full stream supply chain solutions to our customers in transportation, fulfillment, procurement, and light assembly and manufacturing.

We strive to anticipate our customer needs, provide added value, and exceed our customer’s requirements and expectations. We are continuously driving process improvements with the goal of providing the highest quality to our customers.

Position: Maintenance Technician

Primary Responsibilities

• Work in a team or autonomously to complete work orders and provide maintenance support.
• Contribute to an effective preventive maintenance system (e.g., manufacturing equipment, automated equipment, including robotics, PLC’s, material handling equipment, electrical system, mechanical, pneumatic system).
• Troubleshoot, maintain, and repair equipment, disassembling and reassembling of machinery to reduce equipment breakdowns.
• Troubleshoot PLCs, Allen Bradley/Siemens
• Interpret mechanical / electrical schematics and equipment manuals.
• Adhere to plant safety and sanitation requirements; Complete assigned work efficiently and per Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's).
• Contribute to an effective work planning process that utilizes work order, planners, and part staging.
• Assist with process improvement and initiate change.
• Analyze knowledge & process data and make decisions on equipment maintenance and improvement activities.
• Work in a team environment with Engineering department for equipment installation, layout changes & installations per manufacturing needs.
• Familiarity with OSHA safety standards and regulations.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment inside the plant.
• All other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• 2+ years of professional experience as a maintenance, PLC, controls or robot technician in a fast-pace environment
• Understanding and experience troubleshooting and repairing mechanical systems
• Understanding and experience troubleshooting and repairing electrical systems
• High School Diploma or GED Required
• Additional training or certifications preferred
• Knowledge of safety policies and procedures is required (e.g., lock out / tag out, confined space entry, OSHA, NEMA).
• Strong computer skills required; Microsoft Office (Excel) proficiency as well as Computerized Maintenance Management Systems experience preferred.
• Ability to work overtime and weekends as needed or in an emergency situation. Must be able to work in varying temperatures and climates.
• Ability to drive a fork truck or obtain an in-house license.

Core Competencies

• Dependable and Reliable
• Must be able to continuously stand, bend, and twist. Must be able to lift items up to 50 pounds.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment with people of varying skills and backgrounds.
• Excellent attendance and punctuality

Maximus Group is an equal-opportunity employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• On call
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Application Question(s):

• This is a full time, on-site position located in Lafayette Indiana. The employer does not offer relocation package at this time. Do you intend to relocate prior to starting a new position?
• Do you now, or will you in the future, require sponsorship for an employment visa status to work legally in the United States?
• Are you legally authorized to work in the United States?

Experience:

• Allen Bradley PLC: 1 year (Required)
• Troubleshooting: 1 year (Required)
• Siemens PLC: 1 year (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Lafayette, IN (Required)

Work Location: In person