Maintenance Technician

Join ALPLAJoin ALPLA, a global leader in sustainable packaging solutions serving some of the world's most recognized brands, including P&G, Unilever, L'Oréal, PepsiCo, and many more.As a family-owned company with locations around the world, ALPLA offers stable careers, hands-on training, competitive benefits, and opportunities for growth. Whether you're an experienced manufacturing professional or looking to start a new career, we provide the support and development you need to succeed.At ALPLA, we invest in our people, promote from within, and foster a culture focused on safety, teamwork, innovation, and continuous improvement. From apprenticeship programs and technical training to leadership development opportunities, ALPLA is committed to helping employees build long-term careers.What You Can Expect from ALPLACompetitive pay and comprehensive benefits • Medical, dental, and vision coverage • 401(k) with company match • Childcare and dependent care savings programs • Paid vacation and holidays • Company-paid life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance • Tuition reimbursement and educational assistance programs • Career growth and advancement opportunities • Employee recognition programs • Hands-on training and professional development • A stable, growing company committed to sustainabilityJoin a team where your contributions matter, your development is supported, and your career can grow with a global industry leader.Apply today and discover what a career at ALPLA can offer.What Will You Enjoy DoingEquipment installation and preventative maintenance: Set up proprietary ALPLA equipmentConduct regular preventive maintenance tasks on machinery to ensure optimal functionality and prolong equipment lifespan.Perform adjustments to machinery as needed to enhance performance and accommodate specific production requirements.Performs predictive maintenance: Utilize predictive maintenance methodologies, such as condition monitoring and diagnostic tools, to identify potential issues before they lead to downtime or production disruptions.Employ specialized technical knowledge to perform predictive maintenance tasks, including assessing equipment health.Troubleshooting and repairs: Diagnose technical problems and malfunctions in molding machines using a systematic approach to identify root causes accurately.Collaborate with technical experts and utilize troubleshooting techniques to address routine issues effectively and efficiently.Execute repairs on molding machines, both independently and with technical guidance, restoring equipment functionality promptly to minimize productionFacility Maintenance Support: Contribute to general facility maintenance tasks beyond equipment-specificAssist in maintaining a safe and organized working environment by addressing facility-related issues and supporting maintenance efforts in shared spaces.Collaborate with the facilities team to ensure a well-maintained and conducive production environment for seamless operations.The position description is not all inclusive and I may be required to perform other duties as assigned.What Makes You GreatPerformance Metrics:Timely repair of equipmentMaximize MP2 data input to ensure 80% labor hours recordedMust participate and complete the first half of the first segment of ALPLA's sponsored Amatrol Online Skills TrainingCompetencies:Ensures AccountabilityDecision QualityCommunicates EffectivelyInstills TrustCollaboratesValues DifferencesDrives ResultsQualifications and RequirementsQualifications and Requirements:Education/Experience:Min High School Diploma or equivalent2-year technical degree or equivalent experience at ALPLA or similar industryQualifications/Skills:Knowledge of Industrial Maintenance SafetyAbility to read basic blueprints and schematics3 phase power, low voltage and industrial controlsBasic understanding of hydraulics and pneumaticsKnowledge of occupational math skills for measurements and calculationsProblem-solving and team collaboration capabilitiesPhysical Demands:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job the employee is:•The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, use hands to finger, handle or feel. •The employee is frequently required to stoop, kneel, crouch, and talk and hear. •The employee is occasionally required to sit. •The employee must regularly lift and/ or move up to 10 lbs, frequently lift and/or move up to 30 lbs and occasionally lift and/or move more than 50 lbs. •Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.It is required to act in a safe and environmentally responsible manner at all times by adhering to all ALPLA policies and procedures and Safety Standards (OSHA).ALPLA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind: ALPLA is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at ALPLA are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. ALPLA will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.