Maintenance Specialist

Job Description Summary The Maintenance Specialist in the Schenectady Facilities Operation group will troubleshoot and analyze machine tools in our Steam Turbine & Generator manufacturing plant within GE VERNOVA Gas Power in Schenectady, NY. They will be expected to make business critical decisions in a timely manner and meet safety, quality, production, and delivery metrics within a particular cell. Job Description Roles and Responsibilities * Analyze Machine Tools failures for indications of assignable causes, identify and recommend corrective actions, and work with group to implement. * Become the technical expert on industrial equipment maintenance and operation for CNC machine tools, robotics, and hydraulic systems for multiple source vendors, controls and processes. Identify and diagnose problems related to the proper operation of equipment mechanically, hydraulically and electrically. * Work closely with the Operations Manager in assigned area, providing him with weekly metrics on performance, schedules on critical repairs, as well as daily updates on critical equipment. * Perform as a primary point of contact with Equipment OEM and parts vendors. * Recommend major rebuilds, and redesigns to Manufacturing Engineering, and perform minor redesigns for the elimination of future breakdowns * Work closely with Manufacturing Engineering in the review, design, installation and upgrade of machines, prepare Preventative Maintenance schedule, lubrication charts, identify and ensure necessary spare parts levels. * Lead teams of hourly trade personnel to maintain, troubleshoot, repair and modify industrial machinery * Direct and train skilled trades in the latest repair techniques and maintenance methods * Contribute to continuous improvement using Lean and 5S Initiatives. * Develop opportunities for reducing operating expenses and improving capabilities * Active participation in safety initiatives. Required Qualifications * AAS Degree in Mechanical or Electrical field * 3 Years of technical maintenance experience. Manufacturing equipment or military maintenance with training * Knowledge of common computer tools, software, machine applications, portable electronic devices and technology applications * Proven people skills * Highly organized team player Desired Characteristics * 5 Years related machine tool maintenance experience in a large manufacturing environment or equivalent military maintenance experience with Mechanical or Electrical training from a military "A/C" schools * Broad understanding of mechanical and electrical aspects of machine tool Numerical Controls, speed variators, PLC's, Robotics, and Laser alignments * Experience as a Machine Tool Field Service Representative The base pay range for this position is $ 74,000 -$93,000 USD Annual. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate's experience, education, and skill set. This position is also eligible for a 15% performance bonus/variable incentive compensation/equity. This posting is expected to close on September 30, 2024, or thereafter. * The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas. Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness. General Electric Company, Ropcor, Inc., their successors, and in some cases their affiliates, each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a "Sponsor"). Each Sponsor reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a Sponsor's welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual. Additional Information GE offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. GE will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable). Relocation Assistance Provided: No

Created: 2024-10-26