Industrial Maintenance Mechanic

Job Description

Job Description

Maintenance Technician – 1st & 2nd Shift

Pay Rate: Based on Experience

Schedule:

• 1st Shift: Monday–Friday, 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM
• 2nd Shift: Monday–Friday, 2:00 PM – 10:30 PM

Job Type: Full-Time

Job Summary

We are seeking a dependable and motivated Maintenance Technician to join our team in the industrial packaging industry. This position is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing manufacturing equipment to ensure safe, efficient, and continuous production. The ideal candidate has strong mechanical aptitude, excellent problem-solving skills, and experience performing preventive maintenance in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with production employees, Quality Assurance, and fellow maintenance technicians to improve plant efficiency, quality, safety, and overall productivity.
• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain plant machinery and production equipment.
• Utilize process improvement techniques, tools, and procedures to maximize equipment performance.
• Read and interpret blueprints, technical manuals, and equipment documentation.
• Assist with equipment and mold changeovers to support production requirements.
• Perform preventive maintenance to minimize equipment downtime and prevent failures.
• Monitor production processes, raw materials, and finished products to help ensure quality standards are met.
• Clean, inspect, and maintain plant equipment to extend equipment life and improve reliability.
• Record maintenance activities, inspections, repairs, and other required documentation.
• Follow all company safety policies and maintain a clean and organized work environment.
• Perform other maintenance-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to read and understand procedures written in English.
• Basic knowledge of PLCs is a plus but not required.
• Basic troubleshooting skills involving mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Frequent bending, stooping, reaching, and lifting.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Manual dexterity required for equipment maintenance and repairs.
• Ability to work in manufacturing conditions, including confined spaces when necessary.