Machining Maintenance Technician (Electronics)

Machine Maintenance Technician (Electronics)

Howmet Fastening Systems (HFS) is seeking a Machine Maintenance Technician (Electronics) for our Carson, CA location. HFS is a business unit of Howmet Aerospace, headquartered in Torrance, California. We hold the number one global position in aerospace fastening systems, and we're the North American leader in commercial transportation fasteners. Our high-tech, multi-material fastening systems are found nose to tail on aircraft and aerospace engines. Our products are also critical components of industrial gas turbines, automobiles, commercial transportation vehicles, and construction and industrial equipment.

The primary function of this position is to maintain, repair, adjust, and modify the facilities machinery and equipment, as well as the building and its grounds, according to a set schedule and in emergency and non-emergency situations.

Responsibilities include:

• Perform technician skills including but not limited to, mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, troubleshooting, and repair of production machines.
• Connects power supply wires to machines and equipment and connects cables and wires between machines and equipment.
• Diagnoses malfunctioning apparatus such as transformers, motors and lighting fixtures and replaces damaged or broken wires and cables.
• Tests malfunctioning machinery and discusses malfunction with other appropriate personnel to diagnose malfunction.
• Replaces faulty electrical components such as relays, switches, motors, and sensors.
• Replaces PLC's.
• Plans layout of wiring and installs wiring, conduit, and electrical devices in manufacturing equipment.
• Strictly adhere to safety regulations and plant policies.
• Perform highly diversified duties to install and maintain production machines and the plant facility's tools and equipment.
• Provide emergency/unscheduled repairs of production equipment during production and perform scheduled maintenance repairs of production equipment during machine service.
• Read and interpret equipment manuals and work orders to perform required maintenance and service.
• Diagnose problems, repair or replace parts, test and make adjustments.
• Use a variety of hand and power tools, electric meters and material handling equipment in performing duties.
• Detect faulty operations, defective material and report those and any unusual situations to proper supervision.
• Perform all other duties as assigned or needed.

Basic qualifications include:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Minimum +1 years of experience troubleshooting and repairing production and/or manufacturing equipment
• Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position
• This position entails access to export-controlled items and employment offers are conditioned upon an applicant's ability to lawfully obtain access to such items

Preferred knowledge and skills include:

• +3 years of experience with diagnosing, repairing, and troubleshooting electrical systems for production equipment
• Experience maintaining machinery such as CNC Machines, machine washers, salt lines, and etc.
• Familiarity with Davenport, Traub, Sasspi and/or Waterbury machines
• Experience working with PLC (Siemens, Allen Bradley, etc.)
• Knowledge of or experience in working with Screw Machines, Drillers, Tappers, and other manufacturing equipment, as well as troubleshooting the above-mentioned machines.
• Detail oriented and has the ability to follow both oral and written directions, ability to work unsupervised
• Demonstrable knowledge and/or understanding of codes, rules, regulations and standards of electrical equipment
• Ability to read and interpret electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic schematics and drawings
• Familiar with commercial building codes

Additional requirements include:

• Must be able to work on site in Carson, California
• Must be able to work on the 1st shift and overtime and/or weekends as needed
• Able to lift 15-30lbs. Unassisted and repetitively
• Lifting, standing, climbing, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, and carrying are generally required to perform the functions of this position
• Benefits/Salary: The position includes competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance (medical, dental, vision), excellent 401k matching program, paid holidays and vacation. Howmet Aerospace curates a strong working environment through opportunities for career progression, community engagement activities, and flexible schedules contingent upon role and location. The pay range for this position is $22-$29/hr.