Production Mechanic

About the role

Bosch Charleston, a plant with a history dating back to 1974, is hiring a full-time Production Mechanic. The role covers troubleshooting and maintenance of equipment to meet safety, product and quality targets, while following Bosch's standards and procedures. It calls for teamwork, continuous improvement ideas and a strong customer focus.

Key responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, process and repair or replace defective parts such as gears, clutches, bushings, shafts, bearings, solenoids, valves, pumps and direction controls.
• Monitor operations, reduce scrap and rework, audit parts and adjust setups to maintain quality production.
• Analyze equipment problems, perform repairs or start corrective actions when outside the scope of experience.
• Use CIP concepts to improve quality and overall equipment effectiveness, and act on out-of-control data.
• Instruct associates on the proper use and care of machines, tools and measuring instruments.
• Optimize processes, reduce setup time and downtime, control parts flow and monitor production quantities.
• Maintain an organized workspace, follow safety and environmental policies and keep work areas clean.
• Perform line and machine changeovers, complete assigned technical training and collaborate with operators, technicians, engineers and other areas.

Required profile

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• At least two years of experience in manufacturing assembly or machining.
• Experience in maintenance technician, manufacturing technician, setup technician or equipment technician roles is often seen as an advantage.
• Ability to work in a noisy, fast-paced environment and on alternate shifts.
• Must be at least 18 years old; future work authorization sponsorship is not available.

Required skills

• Basic knowledge of pneumatics, hydraulics, print reading and mechanics.
• Familiarity with the Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel).
• Mechanical proficiency, leadership, teamwork and effective verbal and written communication.

What we offer

• Starting hourly rate of $30.53-$34.18 depending on experience and shift, with potential to reach $40.50 through skills development.
• Paid time off of 16 days (up to 30 by seniority), 5 personal days, 9 paid holidays and 6 weeks of paid parental leave.
• Retirement benefits: 401k with a 75% company match up to 9% contribution, plus a defined contribution plan funded 100% by the company (2.5%-6.5% of pay) and a student debt retirement savings match.
• Annual profit sharing bonus up to 10%, medical, dental and vision coverage, and an onsite cafeteria, Starbucks cafe and employee store.