Electromechanical Technician - Specialist

Why join us?

If you're looking for a fulfilling manufacturing career, you've come to the right place. At Knoll, we're searching for dedicated manufacturing talent to support our business growth. We offer a competitive hourly wage, generous benefits that start on your first day, and endless possibilities for career growth. Connect with our hiring team today to learn more.

Our purpose is design for the good of humankind. It’s the ideal we strive toward each day in everything we do. Being a part of Knoll means being a part of something larger than your work team, or even your brand. We are redefining modern for the 21st century. And our success allows Knoll to support causes that align with our values, so we can build a more sustainable, equitable, and beautiful future for everyone.

POSITION PROFILE

The Maintenance Specialist is responsible for diagnosing and repairing complex automated machines, requiring extensive knowledge of electronic, pneumatic, hydraulic and control systems. Candidate may be required to work other shift(s) based on operational needs. 

This position is under the direction of the Maintenance Manager. The Maintenance Technician position is responsible for performing highly diversified duties with minimal supervision from creating a safe work environment to assisting with production equipment troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining in order to support MillerKnoll’s business goals and objectives.

DAILY DUTIES

• Candidates must be able to troubleshoot, rebuild, and repair mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical systems.

• Ability to perform milling, welding, fabrication, and use of various power tools required.

• Must be able to read and interpret mechanical diagrams as well as electrical schematics

• Must be flexible to work in many different environments including, but not limited to ladder work, scaffolding, rooftop, hot and cold temperatures, and willing to work overtime on weekend and holiday shifts as needed.

• Perform and document preventative and predictive maintenance on equipment.

• Abide by OSHA regulations and ISO compliance

• Experience with robots, CNC Mills, Powder Coating, or controls will be a plus but not required. 

• Must be willing to complete course work for machine specific training.

• Attends to service calls and provides quality workmanship in a timely manner

• Repairs and maintains plant equipment such as, but not limited to, hydraulic/pneumatic equipment (cylinders, valves, controls, & sensors), conveyor systems, part fixtures, servo drives/motors, electrical motors, automated manufacturing equipment, bearings, safety sensors, motion controls, sewing/textile equipment, control systems, and PLCs

• Utilizes proper lockout/tagout, confined space, and hot work permit procedures to maintain a safe environment while following EHS/regulatory procedures

• Performs Preventative Maintenance tasks effectively and efficiently

• Helps with installing, modifying, and/or updating of equipment as required

• Creates detailed reports of repairs performed on equipment with CMMS

• Follows and promotes GMPs and other quality programs related to the maintenance department

• Maintains a clean work/production environment daily and after maintenance work has been performed

• Participates in Continuous Improvement events including Kaizens

• Required to work other assigned shifts as to meet business needs

• Performs other duties as required

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Able to read, understand, and utilize mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical drawings/schematics

• Has welding knowledge/experience or the willingness/ability to become proficient in welding (MIG/TIG)

• Has a basic understanding of PLC systems & Ladder Logic (Allen Bradley a plus)

• Possesses interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships within the team and the organization

• Understands and utilizes Microsoft Windows, Outlook, Word, and Excel

• Possesses a high level of urgency and can work with minimal supervision

• Ability to push, pull, and lift 55 pounds frequently, as well as stand for long periods.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Familiar with CMMS for Preventative Maintenance data input and Inventory Management (Maximo a plus)

Required Experience

• Possesses a High school diploma or GED with technical certification in related field

• Has 1-5 years of manufacturing or industrial maintenance experience with the ability to work in a team setting or alone

• Has 1+ year of mechanical, electrical, and PLC experience

• Has prior troubleshooting and Preventative Maintenance experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Possesses an Associate Degree in maintenance, mechatronics, or an engineering related discipline

• Has Root Cause analysis methodology

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

Must be able to perform all essential functions of the position with or without accommodations.

Who We Hire?

Simply put, we hire qualified applicants representing a wide range of backgrounds and abilities. MillerKnoll is comprised of people of all abilities, gender identities and expressions, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, veterans from every branch of military service, and more. Here, you can bring your whole self to work. We’re committed to equal opportunity employment, including veterans and people with disabilities.

This organization participates in E-Verify Employment Eligibility Verification. In general, MillerKnoll positions are closed within 45 days and are open for applications for a minimum of 5 days. We encourage our prospective candidates to submit their application(s) expediently so as not to miss out on our opportunities. We frequently post new opportunities and encourage prospective candidates to check back often for new postings.

MillerKnoll complies with applicable disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact MillerKnoll Talent Acquisition at  [email protected].