Press Maintenance Technician – 2nd Shift (3:15PM - 11:45PM)
*Relocation Assistance Available*
We are AUTOKINITON
AUTOKINITON is a Michigan-based family of automotive companies delivering operational excellence, high-quality execution, and customer service. We offer 100% vertical integration capabilities such as end-to-end engineering, manufacturing, and in-house logistics.
We’re proud of our Tier 1 supplier legacy for manufacturing propulsion-agnostic, structural automotive components, and assemblies around the globe.
To help us drive excellence, you’ll get to:
- Be responsible for ensuring that Tool & Die and Pressroom equipment is maintained, running, and repaired as required for production.
- Troubleshoot and repair of mechanical breakdowns of equipment using PC/PLC ladder logic.
- Troubleshoot and repair of hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
- Be capable of welding and steel fabrication.
- Repair electrical components where applicable.
- Assists other tool room personnel with troubleshooting skills or ideas
This hourly role is a part of our Tool & Die Team and reports to the Tool & Die Supervisor.
Required experience:
- Associate’s degree in a related technical field or High School diploma or equivalent with at least 2 years manufacturing experience.
- Experience with stamping presses up to 2000 tons, coil feeding equipment, servo transfer systems, conveyor systems.
- Familiar with overhead cranes and their operation.
- Excellent time management skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize
- Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills such as 8D and 5 Whys
- Excellent communication skills as evidenced in colleague relations, team skills, and have the -ability to interface directly with the customer to resolve issues
- Ability to work independently, self-starter with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to use mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic prints to troubleshoot and fix issues.
- Ability to use multimeters, hand tools, measurement tools, and power tools to troubleshoot and fix.
Working conditions:
· We’ll provide position-specific details including physical and focused efforts, working environment and conditions, and reasonable accommodations during the interview process.
Where you’ll be:
This position is located at our Greenville facility in Fountain Inn, South Carolina offering many community events, resources, programs, and recreational opportunities for you and your family.
Community features:
· Greenville SC is located situated in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, approximately halfway between Atlanta, GA and Charlotte, NC.
· Falls Park on the Reedy has riverside gardens, a suspension bridge and waterfall views.
· Crystal-clear lakes, pristine waterfalls and gorgeous mountain vistas make the Upcountry a destination all its own.
Why you’ll enjoy working here:
· Competitive Wages and Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with Company contribution match, and 14 paid holidays, including a bridge holiday in December.
· Work-Life Balance: Many of our Associates have stayed with us for 25+ years! It takes a good work-life balance to make it that far. We support your personal and professional priorities as they impact your well-being.
· Growth Opportunities: Take your career to the next level through tuition reimbursement programs, on-the-job training, learning management systems, and advancement opportunities from within our organization.
· Learning and Development: We empower all our Associates – from entry-level to senior-level – with the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in their current roles and beyond at AUTOKINITON.
AUTOKINITON Promotes a dynamic and collaborative work environment for everyone.
AUTOKINITON is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. AUTOKINITON makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $33.50 - $36.00 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Relocation assistance
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 5x8
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
- Weekends as needed
Ability to Commute:
- Fountain Inn, SC 29644 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Fountain Inn, SC 29644: Relocate with an employer provided relocation package (Required)
Willingness to travel:
Work Location: In person
