About Us: We are Yokohama TWS, a leading global supplier of tires and complete wheels for the agricultural, material handling, construction, motorcycles segments. We design and manufacture tire and wheel solutions made for the future. With a combination of value, safety and ease, our solutions provide a more productive and sustainable performance our customers demand. We pair the expertise and power of our global reach with the care and knowledge of local proximity. This brings innovation, technology and sustainability together to answer the specific needs of our customers. All while continuing to reduce our and their impact on the planet. Our people take ownership to deliver on this promise every day. We are a global Company with a local reach, operating in more than 50 Countries worldwide with 6.700 employees of 40 different nationalities, 14 state-of-the-art plants and 4 innovation centers. We are part of Yokohama Rubber Co., Ltd., a global leader in the tire industry with 860.5 billion yen in revenues (approx. 6 billion euro), over 28,000 people around the globe and with operations in more than 120 countries. If you have an entrepreneurial mindset, enjoy taking responsibilities and getting things done in the right way, join us! We are plenty of opportunities to grow and develop in a truly dynamic and easy-going environment.
About the Job:
As a Maintenance Technician, you will play a vital role in helping keep our agricultural tire manufacturing plant running smoothly and efficiently.
Key Responsibilities:
- Handles mechanical and electrical/electronic troubleshooting and repairs.
- Check the performance of machinery and detect minor problems by performing basic diagnostic and alignment tests, report any necessary major repairs
- Adjust, align and calibrate equipment and machinery to meet production and quality specifications, including sensors and controls as necessary
- Repairs broken parts and performs building repairs, as needed for the plant.
- Machines parts for rebuilding manufacturing equipment; makes die parts for plant equipment.
- Installs new equipment.
- Maintains the office building to include painting, minor electrical duties, minor carpentry, repairs to furniture, etc.
- Follow environmental, health and safety standards and procedures including but not limited to LOTO, safe lifting, forklift and crane operations.
- Maintain housekeeping of defined equipment areas by adhering to the guidelines of the GMP / 5S and best practice systems.
- Communicate machine status and performance to the following shift team to ensure effective shift changeovers if applicable
- May be other duties as assigned
Key Requirements:
- Strong mechanical aptitude and history of safe work practices and habits.
- Able to read and apply technical manuals, work instructions and product specifications, along with ability to properly complete record keeping duties.
- Technical training or experience in one or more areas of mechanical and electrical troubleshooting, machining, welding, electrical/electronics, carpentry, plumbing. PLC troubleshooting a definite plus!
- Able to be certified to operate forklift and crane equipment.
- Strong sense of responsibility and attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently and with a team of technicians and other plant personnel.
- Good communication and team work abilities.
- Available to work occasional weekends as needed for plant efficiency
- Able to safely and effectively use common hand and power tools along with measurement tools/gages (metric and US)
- Basic computer skills to input and track information
- Able to lift 50 lbs regularly
- High school diploma or GED required
What we offer:
- Competitive pay
- Great company benefits
Excellent schedule- -normal schedule is 4 days per week!
- 401k with a 100% match
- Discounts on Yokohama passenger car tires
- Opportunity to show skills in a smaller company environment
If you're ready to make a meaningful impact and grow alongside a dynamic team, seize this opportunity and join us at Yokohama TWS. Apply now and become part of a Company that values collaboration, expertise, productivity, and ownership.