Weld Maintenance Mechanic- 3rd Shift

Weld Maintenance Mechanic- 3rd Shift

Location:2501 Centerpoint Parkway, Pontiac, MI 48341

Who We Are:Challenge Manufacturing's mission is to manufacture with operational excellence by empowering our employee-owners. As a leading tier 1 supplier of complex metal assemblies for the global automotive industry, we drive innovative solutions for future mobility. We believe the best ideas come from individual unique perspectives. These ideas combined with the teamwork of industry leaders allow us to accomplish any challenge. Our team members take pride in the work we do and embody our core values of safety, ownership, and teamwork every day; they are the true driving force in our operations.

Challenge is proud to be one of the largest employee-owned automotive companies in North America. One of the many benefits of joining the Challenge team is the ESOP program. This program allows Challenge to give shares of the Company to all employee-owners annually. These shares are an additional retirement benefit that will continue to grow during your time at Challenge. Being part of an ESOP means our employee-owners share in Challenge's success!

Challenge is #QualityDriven and #PeoplePowered!

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 all safety procedures and protocols while servicing or maintaining equipment

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

Hydraulic Jack

Welders

Scissor Lift

Boom Lift

Forklift

Drill Presses

Basic troubleshooting of both welding equipment and systems

Basic knowledge/troubleshooting of lubrication processes (correct type, function, when to use, etc)

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, feeler gages, etc)

When and Where:

This will be a 3rd Shift (M-F 10pm-6am) position located at our Plant in Pontiac, MI.

What You Need to Have:

High School diploma or General Educational Development (GED)

Proficient with Microsoft Applications (e.g. word, excel, outlook, etc).

Minimum of two (2) years of Machine Repair experience

Mechanical, Electrical, Pneumatics, and Hydraulics experience

Basic understanding of relevant Robotic controls and processes

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.

Must be able to understand and follow written and verbal workplace instructions

Must be able to work up to 12 hours per day including Saturday and Sunday

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

What We Offer:We're excited to offer a range of awesome benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a Health Savings Account with annual employer contributions, Flexible Spending Accounts, company-paid Short-Term Disability and Basic Life Insurance, Voluntary Life and Long-Term Disability options, an Employer 401k Match, ESOP shares, tuition reimbursement, a Referral Bonus Program, Challenge Incentive Program, and paid time off.

Please note, while these benefits are part of what we offer, they may not all apply to this specific role. The details shared in this job description are intended to give you a general idea, but duties and responsibilities may evolve over time, with or without notice. And of course, we're happy to provide reasonable accommodations to help individuals with disabilities succeed in their role.