Job Information
HARDINGE Service Technician in Springfield, Ohio
Service Technician
Open Date 5/8/2024
Shift Various Shifts
Category Field Service
Division Hardinge Grinding Group
Location Springfield, OH
Remote Position Y/N
Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time
Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt
Description
Maintenance/Service Technician
WORK 15 DAYS PER MONTH! $2500 Sign-On BONUS!!
Hardinge is a 130-year-old prominent player in the Machine Tool/Metal Cutting Industries. We are experiencing tremendous growth in our grinding business and have four expansion positions available to support our installed machines at our largest US customer facility. We will be staffing maintenance technicians in support of our customer's day and overnight 12-hour shifts.
The Maintenance/Service Technician position provides support and repair services at customer facilities in the Springfield OH area, with some occasional support in Eaton, OH. Support would include trouble-shooting technical problems on machines & equipment and addressing customer complaints with the goal of ensuring a positive customer experience. The requirements for this position that is in our Technical Service Department are as follows:
EDUCATION:
AAS in Electronic Technology, Machine Tool Technology, or degree/certification in related field preferred. Experience will be considered.
EXPERIENCE:
2+ years of experience in troubleshooting and repair required. Alternate levels of education/ experience will be considered.
SPECIFIC TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE:
Knowledge of machine design and operation, mechanical/electrical repair practices, as well as grinding processes, materials, grinding wheels, dressing tools & tooling preferred.
Troubleshooting and problem-solving skills on machine and machine controls, CNC as well as PLC. Ability to read parts manuals, electrical and mechanical schematics, assembly instructions and troubleshooting guides.
Familiarity with operating and setting up CNC equipment.
LOCATION:
The position is a dedicated onsite maintenance position in Springfield, OH. The ideal base location is between Springfield, OH and Eaton, OH. It is also acceptable to live within one hour of Springfield, OH. Relocation assistance is available.
Occasional travel (during normal shift) to other facilities in Eaton, OH. There may be times when you are expected to travel outside of this region.
PAY AND BENEFITS:
We are offering a sign on bonus to qualified candidates who accept job offers. We offer a competitive base salary (shift differential) and benefit package including health insurance, life insurance, 401(k), paid vacation, paid holidays, and long-term disability. Company supplies computer as well as millage reimbursement and cell phone stipend.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Installation, trouble shooting and repair of mechanical, electrical, electronic, hydraulic and pneumatic systems of grinding machine tool product line.
Offer diagnostic support for products Hardinge supports, by performing customer service visits as required on both warranty and non-warranty products. Identify and resolve customer problems and issues through remote means as well, via video conference, email etc.
Shift work as required.
Demonstrate and instruct techniques, methods and procedures for grinding machine tool equipment and related attachments and accessories.
Handle, communicate and coordinate with customers upgrades to machines & equipment; coordinate engineering requirements such as special options or updates where service is required.
Communicate and coordinate service activities with customers until all quality issues are resolved.
Support other field service staff by freely sharing knowledge and information and coordinate activities with departments as needed.
Rotating 12-hour overnight shift: eligible for 15% night differential and additional 5% for weekend nights.
Rotating 12-hour day shift: eligible for 15% differential on weekend days.
We offer a competitive salary and benefit package including health insurance, life insurance, 401(k), paid vacation, paid holidays and long-term disability.
Hardinge Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Veteran/Disability
About the Organization Hardinge is a leading international provider of advanced metal-cutting solutions. We provide a full spectrum of highly reliable CNC turning, milling, grinding, and honing machines as well as technologically advanced workholding accessories.The diverse products we offer enable us to support a variety of market applications in industries including aerospace, agricultural, automotive, construction, consumer products, defense, energy, medical, technology, transportation and more.We've developed a strong global presence with manufacturing operations in North America, Europe, and Asia. We apply our engineering and applications expertise to provide our customers with the right machine tool solution andsupport every time.
EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
This position is currently accepting applications.
