CNC Maintenance Specialist
Hitachi Astemo · Monroe, GA
- Level
- Specialist
- Team
- Reliability
- Experience asked
- 3+ years
- Industry
- Automotive
- Posted
- 30+ days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A specialist reliability role at Hitachi Astemo (automotive) in Monroe, GA. Troubleshoot spindle systems, servo drives, axis faults, tool changers, machine controls, and CNC-related alarms.
- They ask for
- 3+ years
- Tools it names
- Root cause, GD&T, PLC, Robotics, Automation, CNC
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How this role compares
Against 10 other live reliability postings in Georgia.
- Experience asked
- Less than usual (3+ vs 5+)
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Team leadership 55%
- ✓ Root cause 36%
- ✓ PLC 36%
- ✓ Automation 27%
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Stands out: this posting asks for GD&T, CNC, Machining, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
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This plant: Hitachi Astemo in Monroe
3 other open roles at this site · 4 people we found on the reliability team.
- Senior Quality Engineer · Quality · Senior
- Production Manager · Production · Manager
- Maintenance Specialist (E shift) · Reliability · Specialist
Full description from Hitachi AstemoAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Essential functions
· Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on CNC machining centers, lathes, grinders, and automated production equipment.
· Troubleshoot spindle systems, servo drives, axis faults, tool changers, machine controls, and CNC-related alarms.
· Measure and adjust ball screw backlash, spindle runout, and machine alignment to maintain process capability.
· Troubleshoot PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, motors, sensors, robotics, and industrial control systems.
· Maintain hydraulic, pneumatic, lubrication, coolant, filtration, and fluid delivery systems.
· Troubleshoot automated loaders, gantries, conveyors, transfer systems, and robotic work cells.
· Maintain vision systems, barcode readers, sensors, and automated inspection equipment.
· Use CMMS software to document repairs, maintenance activities, and equipment history.
· Participate in root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives.
· Follow all safety
requirements
including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) and machine guarding standards.
Qualifications
· High school diploma or equivalent.
· Technical training in Industrial Maintenance, Mechatronics, Automation, CNC Technology, or related field.
· Minimum 3 years of hands-on maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
· Experience troubleshooting CNC machining equipment.
· Experience measuring ball screw backlash and spindle runout.
· Strong mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic troubleshooting skills.
· Experience with PLCs, VFDs, and industrial control systems.
· Ability to read electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical manuals.
· Experience using precision measurement equipment and CMMS software.
Preferred Qualifications
· 5+ years of CNC maintenance experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment.
· Experience with industrial robotics and automated production systems.
· Understanding of GD&T and precision machining processes.
· Journeyman certification or equivalent technical credentials.
Core Competencies
· CNC Machine Maintenance
· Servo Systems & Motion Control
· PLC Troubleshooting
· Industrial Robotics
· Mechanical Systems Repair
· Hydraulics & Pneumatics
· Electrical Diagnostics
· Precision Measurement
· Preventive & Predictive Maintenance
· Root Cause Analysis
Responsibilities
None
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Company Name
ASTEMO AMERICAS, INC.
Job Family
Manufacturing & Operations
Job Description
The name Astemo stands for Advanced Sustainable Technologies for Mobility, capturing our mission to create safe, sustainable, and comfortable mobility through cutting-edge innovation. Our goal is to contribute to a more advanced and sustainable society—and our people are at the core of making that possible.
We believe in building a workplace where diverse backgrounds and experiences are valued, and where every employee has the opportunity to grow and contribute.
Position description
The CNC Maintenance Specialist is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, and improving CNC machining equipment and supporting automated manufacturing systems. This position serves as a key technical resource for ensuring equipment reliability, minimizing downtime, maintaining process capability, and supporting quality objectives in a high-volume manufacturing environment.
Physical demands
Required to sit or stand and move about the facility. Occasional lifting of items not to exceed 50 lbs.
Work environment
Combination of office and plant environment. Will be required to use safety glasses and wear steel toe shoes while performing specific tasks or while in specific manufacturing areas.