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Currently seeking a third shift Maintenance Mechanic Technician to join our team in Kalamazoo, MI. Our ideal candidate has well-rounded experience and feels most successful when helping a team run smoothly on the off shift. Experience with general manufacturing and machine principles required.

This position often works independently and must be flexible as hours vary according to project demands and may involve time outside of regular hours.

Benefits:

Landscape Forms takes pride in offering a competitive benefits package including, but not limited to, insurance benefits (available your first day), 401(k), family and parenting leaves, tuition reimbursement, wellness programs, quarterly bonuses, and paid time off.

How You Contribute:

• Troubleshoot and repair hydraulics, pneumatics, and powder coat equipment.
• Repair facility equipment such as rollers, benders, and presses.
• Maintain electrical components, including both new installation and changes to existing components.
• Ensure material and supplies are available to perform projects successfully.
• Assist in developing, implementing, and supporting facility and equipment PM system.
• Integrate robotics, fixtures, and PLCs
• Partner with Manufacturing Engineers on adjustments, maintenance, repairs, and updates to production fixtures in a timely manner.
• Develop and/or improve relations with outside contractors/vendors for maintenance and facility needs.

Criteria for Success:

• Consistently complete the daily objectives with little direct supervision.
• Apply common sense understanding to detailed instructions and resolve problems.
• Understand and serve the needs of internal customers by providing positive technical support.
• Demonstrated history of achievement with an emphasis on problem solving and continuous improvement.
• Naturally accepts responsibility and makes a positive impact on a team.

Education and Experience:

• Ability to read detailed engineering drawings.
• Experience with operation of tool room equipment such as lathes, vertical mills, drill presses, MIG/TIG welding would be a plus.
• Must have a working knowledge of production machinery (i.e. CNC, servo systems, hydraulic, etc.) and solid understanding of facility operating systems (i.e. HVAC, electricity).
• Basic computer skills, knowledge of Windows and/or Microsoft Office.
• Ability to construct tools and/or equipment as necessary.
• Understanding of OSHA/MIOSHA requirements as they pertain to machine operation.

Mathematical and Reasoning:

Must be able to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in common units of measure. Analytical ability to apply toward problem solving. This position must possess a higher level of communication and reasoning ability, as they are required to work with a variety of disciplines in troubleshooting and repair of equipment and machines.

Language:

Ability to comprehend technical information and write basic instructions. Ability to give clear instruction on procedures and policies.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements:

Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for up to 10 hours. May work up to heights of 35 feet and bend, twist, crouch or kneel 80% of the time. Environment may be noisy or hot.

Who We Are:

Landscape Forms is the industry leader in integrated solutions of high-design site furniture and advanced LED lighting. For more than 50 years we have produced site furnishings that help designers and other clients achieve beautiful, functional environments that enhance the experience of outdoor space. Our secret is simple. Design, Culture and Craft drive everything we do.