Maintenance- Night Shift

Maintenance Technician

Location: Columbus, OH Pay: Starting at $36.25/hour + $2.00/hour night shift differential Schedule: 12-Hour Rotating Night Shift Bonus: $2,000 Sign-On Bonus

Are you an experienced Maintenance Technician looking for a stable, long-term career with excellent pay, cutting-edge equipment, and room to grow? We are seeking skilled maintenance professionals to join a fast-paced manufacturing team supporting high-volume extrusion operations. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys troubleshooting, working with advanced manufacturing systems, and being part of a team that values safety, reliability, and continuous improvement.

Why Join Our Team?

• Competitive starting pay with shift differential
• $2,000 sign-on bonus
• Stable, full-time opportunity with overtime potential
• Work with modern extrusion and manufacturing equipment
• Hands-on role with both electrical and mechanical troubleshooting
• Career growth opportunities within a large manufacturing environment
• Team-oriented culture focused on safety and continuous improvement
• Opportunity to expand PLC, automation, and industrial maintenance skills

Position Summary The Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing preventative, predictive, and routine maintenance on extrusion equipment and plant support systems throughout the manufacturing facility. This role plays a key part in keeping production running efficiently while minimizing downtime through strong troubleshooting and repair skills.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair electrical and mechanical issues on manufacturing equipment
• Perform preventative and predictive maintenance on extrusion equipment and support systems
• Diagnose and troubleshoot PLCs, electrical controls, motors, sensors, and related systems
• Install, modify, and maintain plant equipment and machinery
• Set up barrels, screws, and production equipment for extrusion runs
• Support material conveying, chilled water, process water, and compressed air systems
• Complete equipment rebuilds and component repairs as needed
• Install power and wiring for equipment upgrades and new installations
• Document equipment modifications, repairs, and maintenance activity
• Utilize CMMS systems for maintenance tracking and work orders
• Follow all safety procedures, company policies, and maintenance best practices
• Work independently with minimal supervision while supporting production goals

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of industrial maintenance experience
• Strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting background
• Experience working with 3-phase, 480V electrical systems required
• PLC troubleshooting experience preferred
• Experience with extrusion or blending equipment is a plus
• Familiarity with CMMS systems
• Knowledge of 5S and Lean Manufacturing principles preferred
• Ability to work at elevated heights and in an industrial environment
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. and work in a physically active role

Work Environment This position works in a fast-paced manufacturing facility with large industrial machinery and varying temperatures depending on seasonal conditions. Required PPE includes steel-toed boots, eye protection, and hearing protection. Apply Today! If you are a motivated Maintenance Technician looking for excellent pay, strong benefits, hands-on technical work, and long-term career stability, we encourage you to apply today.

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