Apply on Employer Site

Ashley Furniture Industries · 1 month ago

Electromechanical Technician 1st shift

Saltillo, MS

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

2+ years exp

Ashley Furniture Industries is the largest manufacturer of home furnishings in the world, dedicated to building incredible furniture and future leaders. The Industrial Maintenance Technician role focuses on ensuring equipment uptime and operational safety through troubleshooting and maintenance of complex electromechanical systems in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

FurnitureManufacturing

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot, diagnose, test, and repair complex electronic production equipment including PLCs, motor controls, sensors, drives, and automated machinery

Perform electrical and mechanical repairs on manufacturing equipment to maintain optimal process performance and minimize downtime

Respond to equipment breakdowns and emergencies quickly and efficiently to restore production operations

Utilize diagnostic tools (multimeters, meggers, oscilloscopes, thermal imaging cameras, vibration analyzers) to identify root causes of equipment failures

Read and interpret electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, ladder logic, and equipment manuals

Troubleshoot and repair 480V, 240V, and 120V electrical systems, including three-phase power distribution

Diagnose and repair pneumatic and hydraulic systems, including valves, cylinders, pumps, and actuators

Replace defective components including motors, bearings, belts, chains, sprockets, gearboxes, sensors, relays, contactors, and circuit boards

Execute scheduled preventive maintenance (PM) tasks on production equipment according to manufacturer specifications and plant standards

Perform predictive maintenance (PdM) activities including vibration analysis, infrared thermography, ultrasonic testing, and oil analysis

Lubricate equipment, inspect for wear, and adjust machinery to ensure optimal performance and longevity

Maintain accurate documentation of all maintenance activities in the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)

Identify and report potential equipment failures before they occur through proactive condition monitoring

Support continuous improvement initiatives by recommending and implementing equipment modifications to improve reliability

Develop and maintain a thorough understanding of all electromechanical control systems in the factory, including PLCs (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, etc.), HMIs, VFDs, servo systems, and robotic controls

Work collaboratively with maintenance supervisors, engineers, and operations teams to install, commission, and evaluate new electromechanical systems

Support the manufacturing process by ensuring all automated systems, conveyors, robotic cells, and material handling equipment operate efficiently

Assist engineering teams with equipment upgrades, retrofits, and capital improvement projects

Program and troubleshoot PLC logic, HMI screens, and motion control systems as needed

Calibrate sensors, instruments, and control devices to maintain process accuracy and quality standards

Follow all safety protocols, lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures, and PPE requirements to ensure personal and team safety

Comply with OSHA regulations, NFPA 70E electrical safety standards, and company safety policies

Conduct safety inspections on equipment before and after repairs to ensure safe operation

Participate in safety training, toolbox talks, and incident investigations

Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment in compliance with 5S standards

Report safety hazards, near misses, and unsafe conditions immediately to supervision

Identify opportunities to improve equipment reliability, reduce downtime, and enhance production efficiency

Recommend and implement modifications to equipment, processes, or maintenance practices to prevent recurring failures

Support Lean Manufacturing and Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) initiatives

Stay current with emerging technologies, industry best practices, and equipment advancements

Complete assigned training on new equipment, safety procedures, and technical skills

Qualification

Electromechanical systemsPLC troubleshootingPreventive maintenancePredictive maintenanceElectrical systemsMechanical systemsSafety complianceContinuous improvementTeam collaborationProblem-solving

Required

High school diploma or GED required

Minimum 2-3 years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing, distribution, or production environment

Experience troubleshooting and repairing electromechanical systems, PLCs, motor controls, VFDs, and automated equipment

Experience with preventive and predictive maintenance programs