Maintenance Technician

Sealed Air designs and delivers packaging solutions that protect essential goods transported worldwide, preserve food, enable e-commerce and digital connectivity, and help create a global supply chain that is touchless, safer, less wasteful, and more resilient. We strive to foster a caring, high-performance growth culture that will deliver consistent, sustainable profitable growth and accelerate our performance - a culture where accountability is clear and aligned, and where we reward business outcomes and impact. That culture guides everything we do, including how we partner with our customers and suppliers, how we attract and retain top talent, and how we create and deliver value for our stakeholders. In 2024, Sealed Air generated $5.4 billion in revenue and had approximately 16,400 employees distributing products and services to 117 countries/territories around the world. To learn more, visit

Job Description

Shift: 2nd
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM with rotating weekend on-call responsibilities (every other weekend).
Pay Rate: $30-36 (commensurate with experience).
Shift differential: $1.00


We are seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician with advanced PLC and controls expertise to support our state-of-the-art Bubble and Foam Extrusion Plant. The ideal candidate will possess comprehensive troubleshooting abilities across electrical systems, mechanical processes, and pneumatic/hydraulic components. This role requires a safety-focused professional who can maintain critical manufacturing equipment with minimal supervision in a fast-paced production environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform advanced electrical and mechanical maintenance on industrial extrusion equipment while adhering to safety protocols, quality standards, and production requirements
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair complex PLC systems, electrical circuits, and control panels in a manufacturing setting
• Calibrate instrumentation and conduct preventative maintenance inspections on production machinery
• Install new equipment and implement modifications to existing manufacturing systems
• Rebuild critical equipment components, including hydraulic systems, pneumatic devices, and mechanical assemblies
• Maintain facility infrastructure and grounds to ensure optimal operational conditions
• Take ownership of assigned equipment condition and performance metrics
• Document maintenance activities and prepare detailed technical reports with improvement recommendations
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support continuous improvement initiatives and plant-wide goals
• Respond to after-hours maintenance emergencies during assigned on-call weekends

Qualifications

Requirements:

• 2-5+ years of hands-on experience in industrial maintenance, manufacturing maintenance, or a related technical field.
• Demonstrated expertise with Allen-Bradley PLC systems, HMI interfaces, and industrial control systems.
• Strong electrical troubleshooting skills with the ability to read and interpret electrical schematics.
• Practical experience in maintaining and repairing hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Working knowledge of bulk material handling equipment (loaders, hoppers, vacuum systems).
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two-year technical degree in Industrial Maintenance, Electrical Technology, Mechatronics, or related field preferred.
• Proficiency with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) and Microsoft Office applications.
• Valid forklift certification or ability to obtain certification.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to use precision measurement tools.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand for extended periods in a manufacturing environment.
• Capable of frequently lifting up to 40 pounds.
• Must be comfortable working in non-climate-controlled industrial settings.
• Able to safely climb ladders and stairs to access equipment at various heights.
• Manual dexterity to operate hand and power tools with precision.

Preferred Skills & Experience:

• Experience in plastic extrusion, foam manufacturing, or similar industrial processes.
• Millwork, machine shop, and welding capabilities (MIG/TIG).
• Familiarity with SAP maintenance modules or similar ERP systems.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement methodologies.
• NFPA 70E electrical safety certification.
• Experience with variable frequency drives (VFDs) and servo motors.
• Background in industrial automation and robotics.

Benefits and Perks

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discounts
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid elder care
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

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Requisition id: 53317


Relocation: No


Sealed Air is committed to attracting, selecting, and developing talent that reflects the diversity of the communities and customers we serve. We take pride in our selection process to identify, infuse, and grow talent to align with our culture, values, and norms. Sealed Air prioritizes talent development, fostering a culture of continuous growth and career progression. The company is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and to all employees, without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, protected disability, veteran status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.


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