About this role
2nd Shift Maintenance Technician
- Indirect
- Unbefristeter Vertrag
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We are an international automotive supplier offering body solutions that make tomorrow’s mobility safe. With 7,600 employees worldwide, we develop and produce complex metal and hybrid structures for body-in-white and chassis, which make a decisive contribution to the optimum protection of all vehicle occupants in the event of a car accident.
last updated: 23.09.2026
Your Tasks
- Be present at work, ready to work at the assigned time for every scheduled or voluntarily accepted work day.
- Work safely, following safety work instructions or designated safety procedures (such as Lock Out Tag Out).
- Ensure all assigned equipment is in good working condition.
- Troubleshoot machine breakdowns and carry out remedial actions.
- Inspect all machinery for defects and potential problems in accordance with preventative maintenance program; repair and replace parts as required.
- Perform general equipment maintenance duties as required e.g. cleaning, oiling and greasing machines according to the preventative maintenance program.
- Perform general equipment inspection and report abnormalities to Maintenance Supervisor.
- Perform basic mechanical and pipe fitting.
- Operate some welding equipment i.e., arc welding.
- Ensure fluid levels are maintained at appropriate levels in the machinery and equipment.
- Advise Maintenance Supervisor to order replacement parts as required.
- Build machine replacement parts as required.
- Perform general building equipment maintenance duties as required e.g. cleaning and greasing machines according to the preventative maintenance program.
- Perform general building maintenance duties. (eg. door hardware install/repair, repair small furniture assembly, repair small plumbing jobs, (e.g. light bulb replacement, etc.)
- Install small equipment. Make adjustments in welding program when required and participate in improving efficiency and cycle times.
- Set up robotic welding stations by operating/retrieving various computer programs stored in robotic welding equipment.
- Adjust equipment and change welding fixtures as necessary to ensure good quality welding
- Participate in Continuous Improvement and assist in its implementation on an ongoing basis.
- Modify existing equipment and install new equipment as required.
- Troubleshoot and diagnose electric/electronic system faults, tune equipment and ensure adequate controls and safety measures are functional.
- Carry out monthly and yearly electrical maintenance procedures, repairing/or replacing parts as required, in accordance with KVRW preventative maintenance program.
- Ability to read blueprint drawings
- Experience with presses, automation, robotics, welders and etc.
- Strong knowledge of electrical functioning, hydraulic and pneumatic machinery and automation equipment
- Ability to operate all maintenance equipment
- Occupational Safety & Health Act and TS16949/ISO14001 requirements
Your Profile
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Work Experience • Minimum two (2) years’ experience in a specific, relevant trade
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Skills – What skills are required to perform the work?
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• Good communication skills both written and verbal
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• Effective analytical skills
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• Good use of problem solving and decision-making skills
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Judgement – Exercises judgement re:
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• Judging how much longer the part will function not jeopardizing safety and advising management as required
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Accountability – Is accountable in areas of:
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• Following Occupational Safety & Health guidelines when performing maintenance on machinery
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• Maintaining accuracy and correctness of all documentation
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Contacts – Establishes/maintains relationships:
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• Production, Tool Room, Quality, Engineering
Education
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High School diploma or GED preferred but not required
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Certificate in Maintenance Trade or must have minimum of 2 years education in the trades
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Your Benefits
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Short and Long Term Disability Insurance
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Vacation, paid holidays
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Tuition Reimbursement
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Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
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Life Insurance
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Employee Assistance Program
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401k plan with a company match
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Contact
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Bill Condo
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KIRCHHOFF Automotive Waverly
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611 W 2nd St
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Waverly, OH 45690, United States