Specialized Maintenance Technician / 3rd Shift

Bosch Charleston is a part of a global network with close to 400,000 associates who make products that are "Invented for Life."

The Bosch Charleston plant has a long history in the Lowcountry and was established in 1974. We Drive. to provide a safe and inspiring environment for our associates. We make a difference and delight our global customers by creating state of the art products.

Over the past five years we have contributed over 1 million USD to Science, Technology Engineering and Math (STEM) and environmental organizations in the Lowcountry through the Bosch Community Fund. Additionally, Bosch Charleston works closely with our partners to support these initiatives through volunteerism. There are many opportunities to get involved and we hope you will join us as we make a difference in the Lowcountry.

BOSCH is a proud supporter of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics) Initiatives

• FIRST Robotics (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology)
• AWIM (A World In Motion)

BASIC FUNCTIONS

Identify trends, periodically analyze equipment/machine problems, perform necessary adjustments on manufacturing equipment, identify root causes and initiate corrective actions.

Our team of manufacturing maintenance technicians act as leaders for maintain assembly and machining equipment. It is our job to make sure the equipment keeps running. This role will use various measuring, testing, and software tools to troubleshoot, modify, and repair mechanical linear systems, electrical linear systems, hydraulics, pneumatics, robots, presses, PLCs, cameras, scanners, etc..

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Coordinate efforts between operations and engineering functions

• Set up spare parts, optimize PMs, keep process parameters updated

• Identify best practices and create standards combining available information & knowledge.

• Follow plant safety and environmental policies, and keep work areas clean and orderly

• Utilize plant systems e.g. SAP, MES, OPCON, Promaster, tableau, etc.

• Utilize IPN resources where necessary

INTERACTION

This position interacts with Operators, Operational Technicians, Special Technicians, Manufacturing Engineers and Leadership.

Benefits Include:

• Starting hourly rate for this position is $32.20 based on experience. Potential to earn up to $40.82 as your skills and contribution grow.
• Competitive Time Away from Work Policy• Paid Time Off (PTO): 16 days (Up to 30 days based on seniority)
• Personal Days (PAA): 5 days
• Company Paid Holidays: 9 days
• Paid Parental Leave: 6 Weeks

• Industry Best Retirement Benefit• 401k - 75% match up to the first 9% contribution
• Unique Bosch Defined Contribution (BDC) plan provides 100% company-funded 401(k) contributions, ranging from 2.5% to 6.5% of your pay, helping you secure your financial future
• Student Debt Retirement Savings Match

• Profit Sharing Bonus (CPrP) up to 10%
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Onsite Cafeteria with multiple menu options
• Onsite Starbucks Cafe
• Onsite Bosch Store (Employee Discount)

Your well-being matters to us at Bosch! That's why we offer a total rewards package that goes beyond just a paycheck. Alongside a competitive compensation package, you'll enjoy a suite of benefits designed to empower you in every area of your life! Think of it as our way of investing in your success! This includes:

• Prioritizing Your Health: Access to high-quality medical, dental, and vision plans; Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts to make managing your healthcare easier; plus wellness programs to help you stay healthy and energized.
• Securing Your Future: We offer a 401(k) retirement plan with a generous company match and provide resources to help you confidently plan for retirement, build emergency savings, master budgeting, and achieve your financial goals with our "Goal Booster" planning tools.
• Supporting Your Life: Paid time off to recharge and pursue your passions, parental leave to bond with your new child, adoption assistance to help you grow your family, and tuition reimbursement to invest in your professional development.
• Providing Peace of Mind: Access to life insurance and disability coverage to protect you and your loved ones.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must have a High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Must be at least 18 years or older
• Must be able to communicate effectively with supervision and other personnel with the ability to create clear technical instructions
• Familiar with Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Powerpoint)
• Must be able to function in a noisy and fast paced environment
• Demonstrates self-initiative
• Minimum two years of experience in manufacturing or machining
• Basic knowledge of pneumatics, hydraulics, print-reading and mechanics
• Must demonstrate mechanical proficiency, leadership ability, and teamwork
• Must be willing to work on alternate shifts and must demonstrate the ability to adapt to changes
• Must be flexible to work other shifts for training, coaching, projects and travel as needed

SPECIALIZED KNOWLEDGE

• Job scope will require an emphasis on electrical / controls topics, but candidate must have an understanding in both mechanical and electrical systems (mechatronics).  Electrical and mechanical work will be required.
• Understands control systems and is able to connect to and troubleshoot PLC programs.  Programming experience is a plus.  Siemens and Allen Bradley experience is also a plus as well as OpCon experience.
• Familiarity with CNC machines (drives, axes, etc.). 
• Detailed knowledge of Staubli and Omron robots, vision systems, Trumpf lasers, and Profibus is a requirement. 
• Knowledge of SAP work order/spare parts system is also a requirement.
• Knowledge of heat treat or chroming operations is also a plus.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability / veterans.

Indefinite U.S. work authorized individuals only. Future sponsorship for work authorization is not available.