Job title: Gear Service Technician
Job type: Permanent
Emp type: Full-time
Industry: Advanced Manufacturing
Functional Expertise: Customer Service
Salary type: Annual
Salary: USD $85,000.00
Location: Wixom, MI
Job published: 2024-07-18
Job ID: 36932
Contact name: James Field
Phone number: +441257244748
Contact email: james.field@kensingtonconsulting.co.uk

Job Description

Job Title: Gear Service Technician

Location: Michigan

Salary: $80k - $90k

 

Are you a seasoned Field Service Technician with a deep passion for industrial machinery and cutting-edge CNC technology? Do you thrive on troubleshooting complex technical challenges and finding innovative solutions? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you.

Join our team as a Field Service Technician and embark on an exciting journey, working with the latest CNC gear generating and metal cutting machines. This role is tailor-made for those who crave hands-on experience, continuous learning, and the opportunity to share their expertise with others.

 

Your Responsibilities:

  • Install, program, and train customers on the safe operation and maintenance of advanced CNC gear machines, including hobbing, shaping, shaving, grinding, and honing.
  • Set up machines with customer tooling and fixtures, advising on optimal cutting conditions for maximum efficiency.
  • Troubleshoot, diagnose, and independently repair mechanical and electrical issues on-site, leveraging your expertise in root cause analysis.
  • Document problems, troubleshooting steps, and solutions through clear and concise reports.
  • Perform preventative maintenance and train customers on PM schedules to ensure optimal machine performance.
  • Install new machine software and PLC/PMC logic, with the ability to write minor ladder logic as needed.
  • Collaborate with manufacturer engineers, continuously expanding your knowledge and documenting procedures to train others.
  • Develop diagnostic and corrective procedures with the technical services team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
  • Self-teach on new control systems to stay ahead of the curve and train personnel and customers effectively.
  • Promote our preventative maintenance programs and machine products, showcasing your expertise and enthusiasm.
  • Provide phone support when not dispatched on-site, ensuring seamless customer service.
  • Support interdepartmental projects and train junior technicians, sharing your wealth of knowledge.

 

Your Qualifications:

  • Minimum of 5 years of hands-on machine tool field service experience, with a proven track record of success.
  • Formal training or certification in mechatronics, industrial maintenance, CNC programming, or related fields.
  • Exposure to electrical, mechanical, and PLC/control systems troubleshooting, with a keen eye for detail.
  • Prior experience training customers and technicians on machine operation and maintenance.
  • Familiarity with equipment documentation and technical writing, with strong communication skills.
  • Proficiency in reading technical manuals, schematics, and ladder logic, with a natural aptitude for problem-solving.
  • Basic PLC programming and ladder logic editing capabilities, with a desire to continuously learn and grow.
  • Comfort with computer applications like MS Office and remote support tools, with a willingness to adapt to new technologies.
  • Excellent documentation and report writing skills, ensuring clear and concise communication.
  • A passion for industrial machinery, manufacturing processes like gear cutting, and cutting-edge automation systems.
  • Eagerness to work with advanced CNC equipment and embrace new challenges.
  • Satisfaction derived from effectively training others and sharing knowledge.
  • Ability to work overtime, weekends, and holidays as needed for service calls.
  • Willingness to travel extensively across North America for extended periods.

Don't miss this opportunity to take your career to new heights! Apply now and join our team of experts. Together, we'll push the boundaries of CNC technology and leave a lasting impact on the industry.