**Job Description:** The Machine Technician 1 is responsible for manufacturing product by operating and maintaining equipment and processes that provide optimum customer service. Technicians in this category: + Will have a minimum of 1 year experience at MT or prior relative job experience. + Will be cross-trained on all equipment in one "Hot Form” production line. + Will be responsible for knowing and implementing all area specific compliance issues, including quality, environmental, safety and MT/plant policies. + Will contribute to team efforts by participating in continuous improvement projects as required. + Will also assist with training coworkers as necessary. Also responsible for enhancing the department’s productivity and quality and assisting Supervisor or Team Lead as required. **Duties and Responsibilities** + Produce product by operating all equipment in the designated area. Set up, adjust and troubleshoot equipment, including automated operations, controls, and sensors. + Review programs on numerical and PLC equipment and adjust offsets. Communicate with Supervisor, Team Lead and Maintenance Techs about required ladder logic and PLC troubleshooting. + Perform preventative maintenance responsibilities. Participate in updates of preventative maintenance schedules. Complete routine equipment and product inspections and complete required documentation. + Investigate and efficiently assist with diagnosis and resolution of equipment and quality problems, production delays or stoppages. Participate in performing root cause analysis and assist with implementing the best solution. + Troubleshoot and perform minor equipment repairs. Provide feedback to Maintenance and Supervisor/Team Lead as needed. Learn and complete corrective actions as directed. + Inform Supervisor/Team Lead or Department Manager about processes or equipment requiring attention. Complete documentation as required or requested. + Recommend and participate in completion of continuous improvement projects specifically designed to improve processes, productivity and quality, especially those related to corrective actions. + Complete other duties as assigned by the Manager/Supervisor, including working other shifts as necessary. + Adhere to all safety requirements in the work area + Practice 6S **Knowledge, Skills and Abilities** + Must demonstrate good written and oral communication skills + Able to interpret technical data, including drawings and schematics, accurately. + Must be proficient in the use of common inspection and test equipment. + Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills required. **Education and Experience Requirements** + High School or GED diploma required plus Technical Certification in a Mechanical, Electrical, Automation or related program or equivalent combination of education and experience in maintenance, mechanical, or technical field. + Minimum of 1 year of experience in maintenance, mechanical, or technical field at MT or similar employer preferred. _Milwaukee Tool is an equal opportunity employer._ Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled We endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users. If you need to contact us regarding technical accessibility of our website call 443-391-1542. This number is only for technical accessibility issues, not general employment or job posting inquiries.