Technician, Plant Engineering and Maintenance

Location: Queretaro - Querétaro, Mexico - 501/502 Avenida Indust Minera

A Career at HARMAN

As a technology leader that is rapidly on the move, HARMAN is filled with people who are focused on making life better. Innovation, inclusivity and teamwork are a part of our DNA. When you add that to the challenges we take on and solve together, you’ll discover that at HARMAN you can grow, make a difference and be proud of the work you do every day.

A Career at HARMAN

We are ONE HARMAN. We are greater than the sum of our divisions or brands. We proudly talk about our many iconic brands and describe how our technologies are transforming the car, the workplace, and everywhere in between.

About the Role

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for achieving Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost (SQDC) objectives through the application of HARMAN Production System (HPS) principles.

This position is responsible for maintaining production equipment and tooling in optimal operating conditions according to established maintenance procedures and preventive maintenance schedules, ensuring maximum equipment availability and operational efficiency.

What You Will Do

• Execute assigned tasks while following all safety requirements to prevent accidents.
• Operate and support production lines to achieve manufacturing objectives.
• Ensure compliance with the scheduled production plan.
• Follow approved Visual Job Instructions (VJIs) and Work Standards (WS).
• Ensure product conformity and cycle time compliance.
• Achieve scrap reduction targets.
• Identify and implement waste reduction initiatives.
• Identify and implement improvements that increase operational efficiency.
• Ensure proper functionality of production equipment throughout the plant.
• Perform assigned preventive maintenance activities according to the Maintenance Schedule Plan.
• Ensure availability of plant equipment and tooling.
• Troubleshoot and resolve machinery and equipment failures.
• Close preventive and corrective maintenance work orders in SAP, including accurate downtime reporting.
• Perform root cause analysis using HPS problem-solving methodologies.
• Maintain production areas in accordance with 5S standards and participate in 5S audits.
• Support the classification and temporary storage of hazardous, urban solid, and special waste.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the department supervisor.

What You Need to Be Successful

• Integrity
• Innovation
• Inclusion
• Teamwork & Respect
• Excellence

Education & Experience

• Engineering degree in Electronics, Mechatronics, Automation, or related field; or
• Technical University Degree (TSU) in Industrial Maintenance, Electronics, Industrial Control, or related discipline.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in a Maintenance Department.
• Basic English proficiency.

Technical Skills

• Pneumatics
• Hydraulics
• Electrical Systems
• Electronics
• Electrical Diagram Interpretation
• Programming experience in one or more of the following:
  • C+
  • C++
  • Visual Basic
  • PLC Programming
• Problem Solving Methodologies
• Hand Tool Management and Usage
• Microsoft Office Applications
• Ability to work under pressure and achieve results

Bonus Points If You Have

• Leadership
• Change Orientation
• Collaboration
• Judgment
• Results Driven

Additional Technical Skills

• Measuring Devices and Instruments
• Advanced Office Applications
• Ability to work under pressure and achieve results
• Bonding System Process Knowledge
• Clean Room Rules and Requirements

What Makes You Eligible

• Schedule flexibility.
• Availability to work weekends.
• Availability to work overtime as required.

Supervisory Responsibilities

As part of the supervisory responsibilities, if there is not an employee available to attend the process, the direct supervisor must perform the activity or assign it to another employee with equivalent qualifications.

Important Information

The employee must comply with:

• IATF 16949 requirements
• Customer Specific Requirements (CSR)
• Quality Management System requirements
• Environmental Management System requirements (ISO 14001)
• Health & Safety Management System requirements (ISO 45001)
• Applicable HPS standards, procedures, and work instructions

The employee is authorized to make decisions necessary to ensure product conformity, quality, functionality, health and safety, and compliance with organizational and customer requirements.

You Belong Here

HARMAN is committed to making every employee feel welcomed, valued, and empowered. No matter what role you play, we encourage you to share your ideas, voice your distinct perspective, and bring your whole self with you, all within a support-minded culture that celebrates what makes each of us unique.

About HARMAN

HARMAN designs and engineers connected products and solutions for automakers, consumers, and enterprises worldwide, including connected car systems, audio and visual products, enterprise automation solutions, and connected services. Through our innovative technologies and iconic brands, we deliver experiences that improve everyday life and transform the future.

HARMAN is proud to be an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.