Mechatronics Reliability Technician — Automotive Tier-1

Mechatronics Reliability Technician — Automotive Tier-1 Resource Search, Inc. Flint, MI Job Details $33 - $36 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Flexible schedule Qualifications Forklift Certification Robot troubleshooting Manufacturing plant facilities maintenance experience PLC-based control system operation Maintenance inventory management Performance improvement leadership Industrial equipment diagnostics Team leadership Pneumatic machine repair Technical documentation Lift truck Performance Reporting Electrical schematic reading and interpretation Routine inspections Energy control procedures Metrics Reporting Mid-level Industrial equipment troubleshooting High school diploma or GED Electrical safety procedures Manufacturing facility experience Implementing predictive maintenance as an industrial mechanic Electrical motors Troubleshooting hydraulic systems Machine operation safety procedures Troubleshooting electrical systems Following blueprint specifications Factory production reporting Leading team collaboration initiatives Electrical maintenance Full Job Description Is reliability your superpower? Join our client—a large, well-managed tier-one automotive supplier—in a permanent (direct hire) role in Flint, MI. You'll own equipment uptime on second shift (Monday-Friday, 5:00 PM-2:00 AM) and earn $33-$36 per hour. Why this role matters Every minute of production counts. You'll troubleshoot, repair, and maintain production and facility equipment using predictive and productive maintenance systems to keep the plant on target. What you'll do Lead shift start up and support launch activity Diagnose and resolve issues in hydraulics/pneumatics, robotics, mechanical, welding, and electrical systems Work across controls and PLCs (Allen Bradley and Siemens Step 7) Execute preventative maintenance and ensure lockout /tagout procedures Respond quickly to maintenance calls to the line Analyze machine performance, measure results, and recommend improvements Own OE - Daily Report entries and down time reporting Drive CI's and participate in LPA's; report out any continuous improvement Maintain parts inventory and document process improvements Keep the work area clean and safe; follow mechanical safety requirements Collaborate via EOSR/Communication while working with minimal supervision All other duties as assigned What you bring High school diploma/GED 2+ years in a production environment Technical certification in electrical, robotic, mechanical, or fabrication preferred (not required) PLC and schematics experience; strong blueprint/schematic reading Experience with Allen Bradley and Siemens Step 7 Forklift/Manlift Certification (or willingness to obtain) Comfort at heights and in confined spaces Strong mechanical, analytical, and problem-solving skills Basic building maintenance aptitude and ability to read building schematics Excellent communication; lead independently and be a strong team player Proficient in Microsoft Office; disciplined documentation habits Core strengths we're seeking PLC Troubleshooting Skills Pneumatics Troubleshooting Maintenance and Repair Skills Hydraulic Systems & Components Tech you'll touch Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) Servo Motors Schedule, pay, and flexibility 2nd shift, Monday-Friday, 5:00 PM-2:00 AM $33-$36 per hour OT as required/flexible schedules Benefits that back you Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical Delta Dental VSP Vision 401k Matching Tuition Reimbursement Paid Time Off Employee Assistance Program Additional Competitive Benefit If you thrive on solving complex equipment challenges and keeping production lines humming, this role puts you in the driver's seat.