Maintenance Technician

Headquartered in Dublin, Ohio (USA) with Engineering Centers in Pune, India and Yokohama, Japan, Goken is a global Engineering Services and Product Development company founded in 2004. We partner with OEMs and suppliers across the mobility space, as well as clients in non-mobility industries, to deliver innovative solutions and accelerate product development. 

At Goken, we embrace our motto of “Time to Innovate” by pushing boundaries, cultivating entrepreneurial thinking, and empowering individuals who thrive on tackling challenges, embrace fresh ideas, and are driven to create solutions that shape the future. This mindset fuels our mission and empowers our teams to solve complex problems, deliver measurable value, and move our clients and industries forward.

Our Vision is to empower associates to drive innovation and lead meaningful change wherever it’s needed, ensuring we stay ahead of the challenges and opportunities of tomorrow. Our Mission is to build trust that fosters greatness in our people, excellence in our clients, and positive impact in the communities we serve.

Goken offers a competitive compensation structure and benefits that support professional growth and personal well-being. We also foster a culture built on high performance, collaboration, continuous improvement, and ongoing professional development.

Summary: 

The role focuses on ensuring reliable operation, maintenance, and optimization of mechanical systems and equipment used in rubber processing and mixing operations. The contractor will provide hands-on technical support, troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance to minimize downtime and support production efficiency.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct condition based inspections, preventive maintenance, and repairs on mixing equipment, mills, extruders, banbury mixers, and related mechanical components to ensure optimal performance and safety. 
• Troubleshoot and diagnose mechanical failures in rubber processing machinery, including hydraulic, pneumatic, and rotating equipment systems. 
• Perform installations, modifications, and upgrades to mechanical systems in alignment with production requirements and safety standards. 
• Collaborate with production teams to identify equipment issues, implement solutions, and support process improvements in rubber mixing operations. 
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, including work orders, parts usage, and downtime reports using CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) software. 
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, and company safety protocols, including lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures and PPE usage. 
• Respond to emergency call-ins outside regular hours to address critical mechanical breakdowns and restore operations promptly. 
• Assist in development of mechanical maintainers on maintenance best practices specific to rubber processing equipment. 
• Support the Maintenance Manager in deployment and sustainment of the Maintenance Management systems.

Qualifications:

• Associate degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Maintenance, or a related field. Bachelor’s degree preferred. 
• Millwright Journeyman or relevant experience will be considered in place of an associates degree. 
• Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in mechanical maintenance within a manufacturing environment, with at least 2 years specifically in rubber processing, mixing operations, or millwright services strongly preferred. 
• Proficiency in mechanical troubleshooting, welding, fabrication, blueprint reading, and use of diagnostic tools (e.g., vibration analysis, alignment tools). Familiarity with PLC basics for integration with mechanical systems is a plus. 
• Valid certifications such as Certified Maintenance & Reliability Technician (CMRT), or OSHA 10/30 are a plus

Goken is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive, and engaging workplace across all global locations. We value diversity and provide equal opportunities for career growth and professional development, regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law.