Maintenance Technician I/II Nights (D Shift)

Company Description

Since its spin‑off in September 2025, AUMOVIO continues the business of the former Continental group sector Automotive as an independent company. The technology and electronics company offers a wide‑ranging portfolio that makes mobility safe, exciting, connected, and autonomous, including sensor solutions, displays, braking and comfort systems, as well as comprehensive expertise in software, architecture platforms, and assistance systems for software‑defined vehicles. In fiscal year 2024 the business areas that now belong to AUMOVIO generated sales of €19.6 billion. The company is headquartered in Frankfurt, Germany and employs about 87 000 people at more than 100 locations worldwide.

Job Description

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining the condition of manufacturing equipment, repairing or replacing failed components, and performing preventive maintenance when applicable. The role develops short‑ and long‑term repairs aimed at improving quality and efficiency.

• Perform basic maintenance tasks such as greasing, oiling, grinding, drilling, disassembling and reassembling simple and complex machine parts.
• Follow maintenance procedures and maintain proper documentation, drawings, and files.
• Operate, set, and regulate/adjust machinery using hand‑held tools, both manual and powered, precision and non‑precision.
• Apply knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic controls, materials, and components.
• Support line product Defects Per Million Opportunities (DPMO), Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), scrap goals, and equipment Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) goals.
• Participate in Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) activities for new equipment.
• Perform electrical and electronic troubleshooting of machine issues, diagnosing malfunctions per manufacturer guidelines and on‑the‑job training.
• Execute corrective and preventive maintenance; interpret schematic, pneumatic, and wiring diagrams.
• Coordinate line moves, installations, and other improvement activities with engineers and managers.
• Work cooperatively with engineering, operations, logistics, quality, and environmental health & safety departments.
• Establish and maintain productive relationships with team members and other maintenance personnel.
• Mentor and train operations personnel in proper machine maintenance and troubleshooting techniques.
• Utilize general‑purpose measuring instruments and comply with all procedural requirements, assisting in work‑environment improvements.
• Participate in, comply with, and support environmental, health, and safety system requirements.
• Apply prior knowledge, manufacturer guidelines, and on‑the‑job training to perform daily activities safely and effectively.
• Reduce downtime by performing root‑cause analysis and implementing countermeasures.
• Safely execute workplace rules and standards; monitor safety, quality, and productivity of production machinery and equipment.
• Exercise knowledge of industrial electricity (single‑phase and three‑phase power, motors, protective devices, photo sensors).
• Complete work‑order documentation for full work history and parts‑inventory tracking.
• Submit and assist with the creation and resolution of continuous improvement initiatives.

Environment

Safety is the highest priority; lock‑out/tag‑out procedures and required PPE (electrostatic discharge composite‑toe shoes, smock, etc.) must always be adhered to. The role is performed in a climate‑controlled facility with exposure to robots, pedestrians, and noise. Comprehensive training is provided for the various physical tasks, including lifting and operating machinery.

Schedule

Night shift: 4 days on / 4 days off, rotating schedule from 9:30 pm to 8:00 am.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 1 + year repair or maintenance experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Excellent mechanical ability and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, electrical schematics, and electronic/pneumatic diagrams.
• Proficient in English (read, write, speak).
• Self‑starting; able to work independently or as part of a team.
• Familiarity with electronics such as photo sensors, PLCs, remote I/Os, servo drives, and variable‑frequency drives.
• Intermediate knowledge of AC/DC theory, relays, switches, solenoids, fuses, breakers, power generation and distribution (including 48 V three‑phase), electrical safety, digital multimeter operation, motor theory, and protection.
• 1 + year experience with machines (pulleys, levers, etc.), pneumatics, hydraulics, gears, reducers, bearings, lubrication theory, drive components (sheaves, sprockets, chain belts, take‑ups), and equipment alignment.