Maintenance Technician

Are you currently working as a Maintenance Technician in a manufacturing environment? Do you take pride in keeping mechanical systems and equipment running smoothly? Are you the go-to person for diagnosing and fixing breakdowns? Do you stay calm under pressure and work efficiently to minimize downtime? Are you looking for a role where your mechanical skills are valued and your impact is seen every day? 

If you answered yes to these questions, we should talk! 

Norshield, an ASSA ABLOY brand, is growing and to support that growth, we are adding a Maintenance Technician to the team. This would be an onsite role base out of our manufacturing facility located in Montgomery, Alabama.

Come see who we are at: www.assaabloy.com and www.norshield.net

What would you do as our Maintenance Technician? 

You’ll play a vital and hands-on role in maintaining and repairing equipment across the facility. Reporting to the Operations Manager, you’ll troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues, perform preventive maintenance, and champion continuous improvement initiatives to minimize downtime and maximize reliability ... all while keeping safety and efficiency front and center. 

You would also: 

• Maintain, repair, and modify machinery and equipment to ensure safe, reliable operation. 

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair mechanical, electrical, and PLC-based control systems.

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on CNC machines (mills, lathes, routers, etc.).

• Dismantle, inspect, and reassemble complex machinery to identify and correct root causes.

• Fabricate and replace parts using lathes, milling machines, grinders, presses, and saws.

• Set up and maintain jigs and welding programs; calibrate and align equipment, sensors, and controls.

• Conduct inspections and maintenance during scheduled plant closures to prevent unplanned downtime.

• Participate in Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and Corrective Action Plans (CAPA) to drive long-term solutions.

• Maintain detailed maintenance and lockout/tagout records in compliance with safety regulations.

• Manage spare-parts inventory and request supplies to support daily operations.

• Safely collect, store, and manage waste oils, greases, and other materials.

• Recommend improvements to enhance machinery performance, safety, and productivity.

• Keep work areas organized, clean, and compliant with all company and safety standards.

The Skills and Experience you need: 

• 3+ years of experience as a Maintenance Technician in a manufacturing environment.

• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to read and interpret technical manuals, blueprints, and electrical schematics.

• Experience with PLC programming and troubleshooting.

• Knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems.

• Electrical/electronic and metal fabrication experience (qualification or certification preferred).

• Working knowledge of brake presses, punch presses, roll formers, and shears.

• Ability to perform precision measurements and basic math functions.

• Creative problem-solver who can pinpoint complex issues and develop effective solutions.

• Comfortable working both independently and as part of a team.

• Clear communication skills (fluent English).

• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

What we offer!
We believe in creating opportunities and providing benefits that empower you to grow, thrive, and build a rewarding lifelong career with us. Here is just a sample of what you can look forward to as a member of our team:

• Competitive Salary  
• 4-Day Work Week
• Paid Vacation, Sick Time, and paid Company Holidays
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Short and Long-term Disability, Life and AD&D Insurance
• 401(k) Program with company contributions
• Tuition Reimbursement, Learning and Career Development opportunities
• Flexible Spending
• Employee Assistance Program
• Discount portal
• Recognition, well-being, and employee experience programs designed to support and celebrate you throughout your career

We are the ASSA ABLOY Group
Our people have made us the global leader in access solutions. In return, we open doors for them wherever they go. With nearly 63,000 colleagues in more than 70 different countries, we help billions of people experience a more open world. Our innovations make all sorts of spaces – physical and virtual – safer, more secure, and easier to access. 

As an employer, we value results – not titles, or backgrounds. We empower our people to build their career around their aspirations and our ambitions – supporting them with regular feedback, training, and development opportunities. Our colleagues think broadly about where they can make the most impact, and we encourage them to grow their role locally, regionally, or even internationally.

As we welcome new people on board, it’s important to us to have diverse, inclusive teams, and we value different perspectives and experiences.