Technical Production Support

Job Description

GM DOES NOT PROVIDE IMMIGRATION-RELATED SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE. DO NOT APPLY FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU WILL NEED GM IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP NOW OR IN THE FUTURE. THIS INCLUDES DIRECT COMPANY SPONSORSHIP, ENTRY OF GM AS THE IMMIGRATION EMPLOYER OF RECORD ON A GOVERNMENT FORM, AND ANY WORK AUTHORIZATION REQUIRING A WRITTEN SUBMISSION OR OTHER IMMIGRATION SUPPORT FROM THE COMPANY (e.g., H-1B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc.).

This job may be eligible for relocation benefits.

Onsite: This role is categorized as onsite. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Orion, MI on a full-time basis.

The Role:

The Maintenance Tech 5 support will be responsible for collaborating with a group of UAW skilled, hourly workers to troubleshoot and repair complex equipment and processes. Candidates must possess technical expertise to oversee and support maintenance operations, exercising independent judgment within the framework of Global Manufacturing Systems, with a focus on Safety, People, Quality, Responsiveness, Cost, and Environment (SPQRCE). Selected candidates will gain the chance to develop new skills while contributing to the advancement of manufacturing processes.

What You'll Do:

• Analyze and respond promptly to the manufacturing daily plan, making necessary adjustments as required.
• Manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities.
• Work cross functionally with UAW skilled trades to troubleshoot and test equipment.
• Proactively offers solutions to operational or technical issues.
• Perform preventative maintenance and diagnosis of equipment malfunctions.
• Maintain frequent contact and collaboration with others outside of the work group.
• Establish a course of action to accomplish completion of the job and/or project.
• Support the Throughput Improvement Process (TIP).
• Support the 5f quality process.
• Independently plan and execute continuous improvement projects in area of responsibility.
• Cover for the maintenance group leader's absenteeism. 

Required Qualifications:

• 1+ years of experience in Technical Production Support or related job experience
• Technical degree in controls engineering or a similar field or related job experience
• Experience reading and understanding electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic blueprints
• Interest in solving complex problems and working in a fast-paced environment 
• Strong interpersonal skills, experience managing conflict and decision making.
• Demonstrate a high analytical ability to solve complex problems.
• Basic computer proficiency (i.e., Microsoft Word, typing, email, etc.)
• Must be willing to work weekends and rotating shifts.
• 18 years of age or older.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.

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