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Industrial Maintenance Technician

Linacast, Inc. · Montague, MI

Level
Technician
Team
Reliability
Travel
Includes overnights
Degree
Required
Experience asked
5+ years
Industry
Industrial
Posted
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The role in 30 seconds

An engineer-level reliability role at Linacast, Inc. (industrial) in Montague, MI. Perform, analyze, and interpret various types of test equipment.

They ask for
5+ years · degree required
Tools it names
PLC, Machining, Casting, EHS / safety
Day to day
overnight travel

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How this role compares

Against 70 other live reliability postings in Michigan.

Base pay
Not listed in this posting

Typical $87k–$145k, from 10 postings that list pay.

Experience asked
Typical (5+ years)

Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.

Skills these teams ask for most

  • ✓ Team leadership 59%
  • ✓ PLC 42%
  • Welding 27%
  • ✓ EHS / safety 25%
  • Robotics 21%

✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.

Stands out: this posting asks for Machining, Casting, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.

It asks for 5+ years. If you're close, apply anyway: requirements are a wish list. Talk to someone on the team first.

At a glance

Promotion path mentionedOvernight travel

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Full description from Linacast, Inc.As posted on their careers site.Show

Job Summary

The Industrial Technician will be responsible for the mechanical and/or electrical troubleshooting and repairs of all plant and facilities equipment and production machinery. Must also be self-motivated, have the ability to trouble shoot, diagnose, and resolve issues in a production Casting and Machining environment. Candidate will also be expected to perform Preventative/predictive maintenance and conform to all OSHA and Linamar Montague standards.

Responsibilities

· Troubleshoot using PLC’s

· Locate and replace faulty electrical components

· Complete electrical projects

· Possess knowledge of high voltage applications

· Disassembly, repair, and reassembly of all plant and production machinery to include hydraulic, pneumatic and mechanical assemblies

· Fabricate various levels of mechanical assemblies from raw materials

· Perform, analyze, and interpret various types of test equipment

· Work with production personnel to develop solutions to quality issues as well as continuous improvement projects

· Required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other duties upon request of the maintenance supervisor

· Complies with the following OSHA Safety Standards: Hazard Communication; Bloodborne Pathogens; Lockout; Permit Required Confined Space; Hot Work Permit; Powered Industrial Trucks; P.P.E. and Ergonomics

· When necessary, participate in classes and training seminars to learn new technologies and techniques deemed helpful to performance on the job

· Other duties as assigned

Academic

Required Skills & Experience

· Lock out / Tag out Procedures

· Confined space entry

· Hot work permit

· Operation of industrial equipment

· Industrial safety guidelines

· Works in a fast-paced environment under minimum supervision

· Routine

responsibilities

and duties involve the use of various procedures and the application of clearly prescribed standards of practice, requiring the use of good judgment

· Must work with a high degree of accuracy

· The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate

· The job works in conditions with constant exposure (67% or more) to noise, odors, dust, drafts, chemicals, operating machinery, temperature extremes, hazardous substances, etc. Some overnight travel may be required

· Confined sitting

· Walking

· Repetitive lifting of objects (under 5 lbs., over 5 lbs.)

· Repetitive manual movements (e.g., keyboarding)

· Carrying pushing or pulling objects (under 5 lbs., over 5 lbs.)

· Crouching, climbing

Health, Safety and Environmental

· Follow the Health, Safety and Environmental Program as reflected in the Health and Safety Policy Statement as well as the Environmental Management System (EMS).

· Adhere to the Quality Management System (QMS) and the Quality Policy.

· Complies with the following OSHA Safety Standards: Hazard Communication; Bloodborne Pathogens; Lockout; Permit Required Confined Space; Hot Work Permit; Powered Industrial Trucks; P.P.E. and Ergonomics

What Linamar Has to Offer

· Employee Benefits package includes but not limited to, Drug, Dental & Vision etc.

· 401k Program

· Opportunities for career advancement

· Sustainability Counsel

· Community based outreach supporting both local and global initiatives and charities

· Discounts for local vendors and events, including auto supplier discounts

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Description

About Us

Linamar Corporation is a Canadian-founded global manufacturer, renowned for its advanced engineering and innovative product development across diverse industries and markets. Our journey started in 1966 under the visionary leadership of our founder, and today, we remain committed to cultivating a culture of innovation and collaboration.

With access to state-of-the-art tools and resources, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact alongside a team of driven and passionate professionals. Join us and be part of a company where innovation, collaboration, and growth are at the heart of everything we do.

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