Manufacturing Equipment Maintenance Technician

Sanmina Corporation (Nasdaq: SANM) is a leading integrated manufacturing solutions provider serving the fastest-growing segments of the global Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) market. Recognized as a technology leader, Sanmina Corporation provides end-to-end manufacturing solutions, delivering superior quality and support to Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) primarily in the communications networks, defense and aerospace, industrial and semiconductor systems, medical, multimedia, computing and storage, automotive and clean technology sectors. Sanmina Corporation has facilities strategically located in key regions throughout the world.

Manufacturing Equipment Maintenance Technician

Job Purpose:

The Manufacturing Equipment Maintenance Technician ensures that all production equipment operates at peak efficiency and safety. This role involves troubleshooting complex mechanical and electrical systems, performing routine inspections, and collaborating with engineering teams to optimize machine performance.

Nature of Duties/Responsibilities:

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  Perform all repairs of electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic and mechanical parts of Plastic Injection Molding machinery.

  
  
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  Diagnose root causes of equipment failures using diagnostic tools and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.

  
  
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  Perform preventative maintenance on all equipment.

  
  
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  Assist in the installation of new machinery and perform "changeovers" or setups for different product runs.

  
  
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  Adhere to Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures and OSHA safety standards to ensure a safe working environment.

  
  
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  Maintain accurate logs of repairs, part usage, and equipment history.

  
  
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  Troubleshoot and monitor Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) and automated robotic systems.

  
  

Education and Experience:

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  Two year technical degree.

  
  
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  A minimum two years of related experience.

  
  
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  Minimum of 5 years (4,000 hours) of electrical, hydraulic and mechanical experience.

  
  
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  Wiring, sensors, motors, and circuit testing.

  
  
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  Gears, drives, bearings, and power transmission.

  
  
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  Troubleshooting hydraulics and pneumatics.

  
  
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  Interpreting schematics and manuals. Root cause analysis under pressure.

  
  
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  Relaying status updates to shift leads.

  
  
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  Lifting up to 50 lbs and standing for shifts

  
  
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  Noticing minor machine vibrations/noises.

  
  

Sanmina is an Equal Opportunity Employer