Who We Want:

Provide production support by performing setup, troubleshooting and operations of automated welding cells within a production facility, as well as implementing best practices and proactively assess welding/robotic applications, as well as mentor Auto Technician I-IV team members.

What You'll Do:

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Mentor Automation Technician level I-IV members as well as Weld Technicians.
• Ability to execute with proficiency all duties and responsibilities requirements of Automation technician IV.
• Follow all safety procedures and protocols while servicing or maintaining equipment.
• Demonstrate advanced level proficiency in troubleshooting using electrical / mechanical prints.
• Use electrical system knowledge and electrical schematics / prints to troubleshoot electrical components and circuits (Connecting circuit breakers, transformers, or other components in a junction box or panel). Perform tasks at an intermediate level with electrician supervision:
• Wiring harnesses
• Drive systems
• Relays
• Boards
• Motors
• Modify and perform intermediate programming tasks of robots in all robotic applications.
• Perform basic offline programming using RoboCAD/Robot Studio.
• TCP Verification.
• I/O Simulation.
• Move Creation/Modification.
• Zone Setups.
• Intermediate Weld Troubleshooting
• If needed, rebuild, or reload schedules. Make changes as directed by Weld Engineers using RAFT
• Emhart DA schedule changes as directed by Weld Engineers
• Conduct preventive maintenance activities on specialty equipment
• MIG weld schedule changes as directed by Weld Engineers
• Cap / Electrode studies and weld validation
• Calibrate squeeze force on spot weld guns
• Troubleshoot Drawn Arc Stud Welding issues as well as basic programming
• Troubleshoot/ setup projection welds
• Working knowledge of Miyachi Weld Tester

When and Where:

This will be a 1st Shift / 6:30AM-2:30PM M-F position located at our Plant in Holland, MI. 

Occasionally, this may require you to arrive early, stay late, or work on weekends, outside of our regular hours, to ensure we successfully meet customer needs, deadlines, or urgent requests. 

What You Need to Have:

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Able to stand for 8-10 hours a day and be physically capable of performing the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English at a level sufficient to safely and effectively perform job duties, including following work instructions, safety procedures, and company communications.
• • High School Diploma or equivalent (required).
  • Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English at a level sufficient to safely and effectively perform job duties, including following work instructions, safety procedures, and company communications.
  • Ability to obtain industrial truck and aerial platform licenses (required).
  • Excellent verbal communication skills (required).
  • Experience with Microsoft applications (i.e., word, excel, outlook, etc.).
  • Successful completion of Automation Technician II written and performance tests (internal candidates).
  • Successful completion of Automation Technician II written and performance tests (internal and external candidates).
  • Knowledge of PLC systems and Intermediate programming methods (required).
  • Industrial Maintenance / Machine Repair / Electrician Journeyman certification, or 2-year technical degree, or equivalent work experience (required).
  • Minimum 3 years of Weld Technician, Automation Technician, or equivalent experience (required).
  • Mechatronics certificate or journeyperson card (preferred).
  • Associates degree in mechatronics, controls, maintenance technician (preferred).
  • Minimum 15 years combined experience and education as an Automation Technician or Equivalent experience and education (preferred).
  Strong electrical and mechanical background in industrial and automated systems (preferred
• ntermediate weld troubleshooting for all welding applications (drawn arc, GMAW, resistance welding, projection welding, Pneumatic systems, etc.).
• Use the following equipment safely at an advanced level:
• Hand measuring tools
• Multi meters
• Amp meters
• Welding current meter
• Digital force gauge
• Micro-Ohm meter
• Fixture adjustments – minor shim moves on processes based off of manufacture details (with guidance from a Weld Maintenance Mechanic III or Manufacturing Engineer).
• Understanding of shimming processes.
• Setup and troubleshoot Poke Yoke systems and applications.
• Automation Technician V must demonstrate competency in all (3) of the below specialties:
• PLC Programming
• Intermediate PLC programming (add sensor & change sequence)
• Strong understanding of ladder logic and intermediate level ability to troubleshoot issues through a PLC
• Program Panel View (HMI)
• Troubleshoot/ Setup I/O blocks
• Search, cross reference, and edit a program
• Troubleshoot HMI system
• Load program
• Replace components (i.e., logical module, screen, etc.)
• Replace system, set IP address, set system name
• Troubleshoot Valve Stacks
• Intermediate robot programming methods
• Load ID
• Gun Tuning
• Adding system components (i.e., add valves/ I/O blocks)
• Program robot offline (write routines)
• Setup / troubleshoot issues with tool changers
• Setup / troubleshoot issues with external axes
• TCP creation and verification (experience with ABB Bullseye system is a plus)
• Creating offset positions
• Replace motors, resolvers, serial pulse coders

Who We Want:

Provide production support by performing setup, troubleshooting and operations of automated welding cells within the production facility, as well as implementing best practices and proactively assess welding/robotic applications.

What You'll Do:

• Follow all safety procedures and protocols while servicing or maintaining equipment
• Mentor and support Weld Technician trainees
• Machine cleaning
• Proficiency and understanding of the use of hand measurement tools
• Understanding of how to use a Multimeter
• Perform weld tip/cap changes and weld gun maintenance
• Perform change over process of stationary welders, change out cells, automated cells
• Perform preventative maintenance on fixtures and cells including proper lubrication of components
• Able to run Red Rabbit process and troubleshoot issues if a failure occurs (i.e., properly adjust sensors or switches)
• Basic understanding of weld fixture adjustment process
• Understanding of types, uses, replacement and setup of common sensors
• Basic welding technology troubleshooting (i.e., resistance spot welding applications, weld tip inspection, tip force, shunt cable inspection/replacement, etc.), GMAW component knowledge and troubleshooting (i.e., nozzle, tip, diffuser inspection, inspection/replacement of gooseneck, welding torch, etc.)
• Plex utilization (Documentation, locate parts and components in Plex directory, work orders, find set-up documentation, down time codes)
• Basic welding (theory and experience, resistance welding, projection welding, GMAW welding, acetylene torch usage
• Basic knowledge of dispense systems (i.e., changing barrels properly, visual inspection of system), replacement of nozzles, fittings or components)
• Nut feeder operational understanding and when needed adjustment (i.e., inspection for proper level of nuts, spear alignment, clearing a jam condition)
• Basic cell resets (i.e., Homing cell, robot, and tooling)
• Touching up of robotic programmed points within a program

When and Where:

This will be a 1st Shift / 6AM-2:30PM M-F position located at our Plant in Pontiac, MI. 

Occasionally, this may require you to arrive early, stay late, or work on weekends, outside of our regular hours, to ensure we successfully meet customer needs, deadlines, or urgent requests. 

What You Need to Have:

• High School Graduate or equivalent
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English at a level sufficient to safely and effectively perform job duties, including following work instructions, safety procedures, and company communications.
• Industrial truck and aerial platform licenses
• Excellent verbal communication skills
• Experience with Microsoft applications (i.e., word, excel, outlook, etc.)
• Successful completion of Weld Tech curriculum with passing grade (including external candidates)
• Successful completion of Weld Tech trainee period (excluding external candidates)

• Weld Tech trainees must successfully complete a probationary period and corresponding qualification card

• Has high standards of performance for self.  Takes responsibility for actions, results, and mistakes.  Is thorough, accurate, and reliable when performing and completing job tasks; demonstrates honesty and integrity in all aspects of work.
• Takes positive action to objectively resolve conflict by listening, staying focused on issue to find resolution, and monitoring progress.  Maintains positive relationships by constructively resolving conflicts.
• Uses feedback from others to continuously improve performance and work relationships.
• Moves within own and/or other work areas (flexes) to support plant flow.  Works with sense of urgency to meet needs of customers.
• Has necessary experience, skills, and knowledge to perform all aspects of job; rotates through all job responsibilities.  Maintains knowledge and skills to perform job effectively.
• Has ability to focus on benefits of change and see it as positive; approaches change or newness in constructive/objective manner; views change as learning opportunity.
• Looks for good in others; works collaboratively with others; shares information and knowledge.
• Updates and relays pertinent information to oncoming shift
• Is at work when scheduled and ensures coverage when absent; takes timely breaks/lunches; uses time wisely.

• Ability to read and interpret job element sheets
• Ability to navigate teach pendant or flex pendant
• Ability to manually manipulate a robot or external axes
• Ability to use a variety of gages (functional, go/no go) required
• Ability to use hand tools properly
• Use of hand measuring tools (volt meters, micrometers, calipers, tape measures)
• Ability to practice and follow Challenge’s safety policy and procedures
• Ability to locate and troubleshoot the root cause of issues
• Understanding of welding processes
• Ability to lift/move material weighing up to 50 pounds
• Ability to work as a contributing member within team environment

• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English at a level sufficient to safely and effectively perform job duties, including following work instructions, safety procedures, and company communications.

Who We Want:

This position maintains, repairs, and assists in upgrades of highly automated robotic and non-robotic equipment. The following processes may be encountered: resistance welding of steel and aluminum, projection welding, MIG welding, robotic dispensing applications of body sealant and adhesive, drawn arc stud welding, flow drill, and various rivet assembly equipment.

What You'll Do:

• Read, interpret, and update electrical prints, wiring and ladder diagrams, schematics and other technical literature.
• Diagnose and repair faulty controls systems with a multi-meter, oscilloscope, or other electrical testing equipment.
• Troubleshoot electrical, robotic, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems
• Modify, write, and troubleshoot robot programs.
• Participate in preventative actions where appropriate. Conducts corrective actions and perform problem solving analysis and reporting as required.
• Ability to apply common sense and deal with a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Ability to understand and carry out detailed written or oral instructions.
• Maintain and participate in housekeeping for personal work area and shared facility space.

When and Where:

This will be a 2nd Shift / 3PM-11:30PM M-F position located at our Plant in Pontiac, MI. 

Occasionally, this may require you to arrive early, stay late, or work on weekends, outside of our regular hours, to ensure we successfully meet customer needs, deadlines, or urgent requests. 

What You Need to Have:

• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English at a level sufficient to safely and effectively perform job duties, including following work instructions, safety procedures, and company communications.
• Technical Skills – Can read and interpret electrical prints, wiring and ladder diagrams, schematics, and other technical literature. Ability to use multi-meter, oscilloscope, or other electrical testing equipment.  
• Understanding of electrical, robotic, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems. Ability to create, modify, and troubleshoot robot programs. Ability to disassemble, repair, and reassemble machinery and equipment.   Proven mechanical and equipment repair skills.
• Safety and Security - Observes safety, environmental, LOTO and procedural guidelines. Reports potentially unsafe equipment, materials, or situations to supervision or management.
• Continuous Improvement - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses. Pursues training and development opportunities. Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills while sharing expertise with others.
• Quality – Understand, explain, and follow the company's Quality Policies while looking for ways to improve and promote quality while cutting cost.
• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner. Works well in group or by oneself in problem solving situations.
• Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner. Reacts well under pressure. Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position. Keeps commitments. Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals. Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person if an alternate plan is needed. Looks for ways to conserve organizational resources.
• Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities. Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views. Gives and welcomes constructive feedback. Contributes to building a positive team spirit. Puts success of team above own interests. Able to build morale and group commitments to achieve goals and objectives. Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
• Ethics - Treats people with respect, inspires the trust of co-workers, and performs work ethically and with integrity. Upholds the organizational values. Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences of others. Promotes a harassment-free environment.
• Attendance/Punctuality/ Dependability - Is consistently at work and on time. Arrives at meetings and appointments on time. Follows instructions, responds to management direction. Takes responsibility for own actions.
• Initiative/ motivation - Volunteers enthusiastically, demonstrates persistence, and overcomes obstacles by setting and achieving challenging goals. Seeks increased responsibilities. Asks for and offers help when needed. 
• Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict. Maintains confidentiality. Listens to others without interrupting. Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.
• Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations, listens and gets clarification. Responds well to questions. Participates in meetings.
• Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively. Presents numerical data effectively. Able to read and interpret written information.

Who We Want:

This position maintains, repairs, and assists in upgrades of highly automated robotic and non-robotic equipment. The following processes may be encountered: resistance welding of steel and aluminum, projection welding, MIG welding, robotic dispensing applications of body sealant and adhesive, drawn arc stud welding, flow drill, and various rivet assembly equipment.

What You'll Do:

• Read, interpret, and update electrical prints, wiring and ladder diagrams, schematics and other technical literature.
• Diagnose and repair faulty controls systems with a multi-meter, oscilloscope, or other electrical testing equipment.
• Troubleshoot electrical, robotic, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems
• Modify, write, and troubleshoot robot programs.
• Participate in preventative actions where appropriate. Conducts corrective actions and perform problem solving analysis and reporting as required.
• Ability to apply common sense and deal with a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Ability to understand and carry out detailed written or oral instructions.
• Maintain and participate in housekeeping for personal work area and shared facility space.

When and Where:

This will be a 1st Shift / 6AM-2:30PM M-F position located at our Plant in Pontiac, MI. 

Occasionally, this may require you to arrive early, stay late, or work on weekends, outside of our regular hours, to ensure we successfully meet customer needs, deadlines, or urgent requests. 

What You Need to Have:

• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English at a level sufficient to safely and effectively perform job duties, including following work instructions, safety procedures, and company communications.
• Technical Skills – Can read and interpret electrical prints, wiring and ladder diagrams, schematics, and other technical literature. Ability to use multi-meter, oscilloscope, or other electrical testing equipment.  
• Understanding of electrical, robotic, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems. Ability to create, modify, and troubleshoot robot programs. Ability to disassemble, repair, and reassemble machinery and equipment.   Proven mechanical and equipment repair skills.
• Safety and Security - Observes safety, environmental, LOTO and procedural guidelines. Reports potentially unsafe equipment, materials, or situations to supervision or management.
• Continuous Improvement - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses. Pursues training and development opportunities. Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills while sharing expertise with others.
• Quality – Understand, explain, and follow the company's Quality Policies while looking for ways to improve and promote quality while cutting cost.
• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner. Works well in group or by oneself in problem solving situations.
• Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner. Reacts well under pressure. Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position. Keeps commitments. Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals. Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person if an alternate plan is needed. Looks for ways to conserve organizational resources.
• Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities. Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views. Gives and welcomes constructive feedback. Contributes to building a positive team spirit. Puts success of team above own interests. Able to build morale and group commitments to achieve goals and objectives. Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
• Ethics - Treats people with respect, inspires the trust of co-workers, and performs work ethically and with integrity. Upholds the organizational values. Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences of others. Promotes a harassment-free environment.
• Attendance/Punctuality/ Dependability - Is consistently at work and on time. Arrives at meetings and appointments on time. Follows instructions, responds to management direction. Takes responsibility for own actions.
• Initiative/ motivation - Volunteers enthusiastically, demonstrates persistence, and overcomes obstacles by setting and achieving challenging goals. Seeks increased responsibilities. Asks for and offers help when needed. 
• Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict. Maintains confidentiality. Listens to others without interrupting. Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.
• Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations, listens and gets clarification. Responds well to questions. Participates in meetings.
• Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively. Presents numerical data effectively. Able to read and interpret written information.

What You'll Do:

• Analyze blueprints, specifications, work orders to plan, layout, assembly, and welding operations. Will set up and operate welding equipment to weld, repair, join or fabricate parts by working off blueprints, sketches or verbal orders. 

• Performs seam finishing, component fit-up, drilling and tapping and other minor machining functions, recommends tooling needed to save time. 

• Moves material with appropriate equipment throughout the work area as needed (forklifts and crane, etc.) 

• Completes standard job sheets for each job. 

• Reports any discrepancies in material to management. 

• Maintains tools, gauges and equipment in a clean, orderly and safe manner. 

• Complies with company policies and procedures giving special attention to safety regulations. 

When and Where:

This will be a 2nd shift / 1:00 PM -9:00 PM M-F position located at our Plant in Spartanburg, SC 

Occasionally, this may require you to arrive early, stay late, or work on weekends, outside of our regular hours, to ensure we successfully meet customer needs, deadlines, or urgent requests. 

What You Need to Have:

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent required. 

• Three or more years of related work experience. 

• Able to read blueprints. 

• Knowledge of and experience with TIG, MIG, stick welding, riveting, and soldering, as well as calipers, and multiple measuring devices. 

• Has high standards of performance for self.   

• Takes responsibility for actions, results, and mistakes.  

• Is thorough, accurate, and reliable when performing and completing job tasks; demonstrates honesty and integrity in all aspects of work. 

• Takes positive action to objectively resolve conflict by listening, staying focused on issue to find resolution, and monitoring progress.  

• Maintains positive relationships by constructively resolving conflicts. 

• Uses feedback from others to continuously improve performance and work relationships. 

• Moves within own and/or other work areas (flexes) to support plant flow.  

• Works with sense of urgency to meet needs of customers. 

• Has necessary experience, skills, and knowledge to perform all aspects of job; rotates through all job responsibilities.   

• Maintains knowledge and skills to perform job effectively. 

• Has ability to focus on benefits of change and see it as positive; approaches change or newness in constructive/objective manner; views change as learning opportunity. 

• Looks for good in others; works collaboratively with others; shares information and knowledge. 

• Is at work when scheduled and ensures coverage when absent; takes timely breaks/lunches; uses time wisely. 

• Must be able to work up to 12 hours per day including Saturday and Sunday when required. 

• Press brake and shear experience preferred 

• Proficiency in MIG, TIG, stick welding of steel required.  

• Proficiency in welding of aluminum and copper preferred. 

• Proficiency in hand grinding, drilling, anchoring, rigging required. 

• Ability to create drawings from verbal direction  

• Ability to properly specify and size appropriate materials for project. 

• PC literacy in basic programs 

• Literacy and reading comprehension a must 

• Basic math skills 

What You'll Do:

• Analyze blueprints, specifications, work orders to plan, layout, assembly, and welding operations. Will set up and operate welding equipment to weld, repair, join or fabricate parts by working off blueprints, sketches or verbal orders. 

• Performs seam finishing, component fit-up, drilling and tapping and other minor machining functions, recommends tooling needed to save time. 

• Moves material with appropriate equipment throughout the work area as needed (forklifts and crane, etc.) 

• Completes standard job sheets for each job. 

• Reports any discrepancies in material to management. 

• Maintains tools, gauges and equipment in a clean, orderly and safe manner. 

• Complies with company policies and procedures giving special attention to safety regulations. 

When and Where:

This will be a 3rd shift / 9:00 PM -5:00 AM Sunday -Thursday position located at our Plant in Spartanburg, SC 

Occasionally, this may require you to arrive early, stay late, or work on weekends, outside of our regular hours, to ensure we successfully meet customer needs, deadlines, or urgent requests. 

What You Need to Have:

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent required. 

• Three or more years of related work experience. 

• Able to read blueprints. 

• Knowledge of and experience with TIG, MIG, stick welding, riveting, and soldering, as well as calipers, and multiple measuring devices, CNC and Lathe machines. 

• Has high standards of performance for self.   

• Takes responsibility for actions, results, and mistakes.  

• Is thorough, accurate, and reliable when performing and completing job tasks; demonstrates honesty and integrity in all aspects of work. 

• Takes positive action to objectively resolve conflict by listening, staying focused on issue to find resolution, and monitoring progress.  

• Maintains positive relationships by constructively resolving conflicts. 

• Uses feedback from others to continuously improve performance and work relationships. 

• Moves within own and/or other work areas (flexes) to support plant flow.  

• Works with sense of urgency to meet needs of customers. 

• Has necessary experience, skills, and knowledge to perform all aspects of job; rotates through all job responsibilities.   

• Maintains knowledge and skills to perform job effectively. 

• Has ability to focus on benefits of change and see it as positive; approaches change or newness in constructive/objective manner; views change as learning opportunity. 

• Looks for good in others; works collaboratively with others; shares information and knowledge. 

• Is at work when scheduled and ensures coverage when absent; takes timely breaks/lunches; uses time wisely. 

• Must be able to work up to 12 hours per day including Saturday and Sunday when required. 

• Press brake and shear experience preferred 

• Proficiency in MIG, TIG, stick welding of steel required.  

• Proficiency in welding of aluminum and copper preferred. 

• Proficiency in hand grinding, drilling, anchoring, rigging required. 

• Ability to create drawings from verbal direction  

• Ability to properly specify and size appropriate materials for project. 

• PC literacy in basic programs 

• Literacy and reading comprehension a must 

• Basic math skills 

What You'll Do:

• Analyze blueprints, specifications, work orders to plan, layout, assembly, and welding operations. Will set up and operate welding equipment to weld, repair, join or fabricate parts by working off blueprints, sketches or verbal orders. 
• Performs seam finishing, component fit-up, drilling and tapping and other minor machining functions, recommends tooling needed to save time. 
• Moves material with appropriate equipment throughout the work area as needed (forklifts and crane, etc.) 
• Completes standard job sheets for each job. 
• Reports any discrepancies in material to management. 
• Maintains tools, gauges and equipment in a clean, orderly and safe manner. 
• Complies with company policies and procedures giving special attention to safety regulations. 

When and Where:

This will be a 1stShift / 5:30 AM -1:30 PM M-F position located at our Plant in Spartanburg, SC. 

Occasionally, this may require you to arrive early, stay late, or work on weekends, outside of our regular hours, to ensure we successfully meet customer needs, deadlines, or urgent requests. 

What You Need to Have:

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent required. 
• Three or more years of related work experience. 
• Able to read blueprints. 
• Knowledge of and experience with TIG, MIG, stick welding, riveting, and soldering, as well as calipers, lathe, CNC machine, and multiple measuring devices. 
• Has high standards of performance for self.   
• Takes responsibility for actions, results, and mistakes.  
• Is thorough, accurate, and reliable when performing and completing job tasks; demonstrates honesty and integrity in all aspects of work. 
• Takes positive action to objectively resolve conflict by listening, staying focused on issue to find resolution, and monitoring progress.  
• Maintains positive relationships by constructively resolving conflicts. 
• Uses feedback from others to continuously improve performance and work relationships. 
• Moves within own and/or other work areas (flexes) to support plant flow.  
• Works with sense of urgency to meet needs of customers. 
• Has necessary experience, skills, and knowledge to perform all aspects of job; rotates through all job responsibilities.   
• Maintains knowledge and skills to perform job effectively. 
• Has ability to focus on benefits of change and see it as positive; approaches change or newness in constructive/objective manner; views change as learning opportunity. 
• Looks for good in others; works collaboratively with others; shares information and knowledge. 
• Is at work when scheduled and ensures coverage when absent; takes timely breaks/lunches; uses time wisely. 
• Must be able to work up to 12 hours per day including Saturday and Sunday when required. 
• Press brake and shear experience preferred 
• Proficiency in MIG, TIG, stick welding of steel required.  
• Proficiency in welding of aluminum and copper preferred. 
• Proficiency in hand grinding, drilling, anchoring, rigging required. 
• Ability to create drawings from verbal direction  
• Ability to properly specify and size appropriate materials for project. 
• PC literacy in basic programs 
• Literacy and reading comprehension a must 
• Basic math skills 
• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Able to stand for 8-10 hours a day and be physically capable of performing the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English at a level sufficient to safely and effectively perform job duties, including following work instructions, safety procedures, and company communications.

Who We Want:

Responsible for inspection, installation and repair of machines used for production and within the tool room and maintenance machining areas. In addition, build and re-build equipment for various manufacturing needs

What You'll Do:

• Follow specified maintenance and repair procedures to install, maintain, and repair production machinery and tools
• Utilize Plex to document appropriate downtime codes
• Troubleshoot, isolate and repair manufacturing machinery & equipment
• Use the following equipment safely: Basic Level
  • Hand Tools
  • Hand and Surface Grinders
  • Wheel Puller
  • Torches
  • Pipe Threader
  • Hydraulic Jack
  • Welders
  • Scissor Lift
  • Boom Lift
  • Lathe
  • Forklift
  • Milling Machine
  • Drill Presses
• Basic troubleshooting of both welding equipment and systems
• Help develop specific maintenance and repair procedures to install, maintain, and repair production equipment and tools
• Proactively participate in continuous improvement efforts and drive process, tooling, and equipment enhancements that will improve production efficiency and product quality
• Basic knowledge of welding applications (MIG, Spot, Stud, etc.)
• Complete and manage work orders via the Plex systems
• Perform preventative maintenance and provide input on updates to preventative maintenance schedules (with guidance from a Weld Maintenance Mechanic level II or level III)
• Basic level robotic experience (robot movements, navigate/troubleshoot common basic level issues utilizing the teach pendant
• Basic level knowledge of lubrication processes (functionality, correct type, when to use)
• Ability to use common hand measuring tools (calipers, micrometers, indicators, feeler gages, etc)

When and Where:

This will be a 3rd Shift / 10:30PM-6:30AM position located at our Plant in Holland, Mi. 

Occasionally, this may require you to arrive early, stay late, or work on weekends, outside of our regular hours, to ensure we successfully meet customer needs, deadlines, or urgent requests. 

What You Need to Have:

• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English at a level sufficient to safely and effectively perform job duties, including following work instructions, safety procedures, and company communications.
• Strong communication skills
• Strong time management skills
• Able to prioritize tasks
• Valid forklift license issued by Challenge Manufacturing
• Valid Scissor Lift license issued by Challenge Manufacturing
• Has high standards of performance for self.  Takes responsibility for actions, results, and mistakes.  Is thorough, accurate, and reliable when performing and completing job tasks; demonstrates honesty and integrity in all aspects of work.
• Takes positive action to objectively resolve conflict by listening, staying focused on issue to find resolution, and monitoring progress.  Maintains positive relationships by constructively resolving conflicts.
• Uses feedback from others to continuously improve performance and work relationships.
• Moves within own and/or other work areas (flexes) to support plant flow.  Works with sense of urgency to meet needs of customers.
• Has necessary experience, skills, and knowledge to perform all aspects of job; rotates through all job responsibilities.  Maintains knowledge and skills to perform job effectively.
• Has ability to focus on benefits of change and see it as positive; approaches change or newness in constructive/objective manner; views change as learning opportunity.
• Looks for good in others; works collaboratively with others; shares information and knowledge.
• Updates and relays pertinent information to oncoming shift