Maintenance Technician

At Verdeco, we convert recycled plastic flake into custom-formulated pellets that bring sustainable innovation to a wide range of end-use applications. With advanced tech, precise quality control, and a customer-centric commitment, our process does more than recycle plastic. It redefines what's possible with rPET.

***DAY Shift 7:00 am-7:00 pm (work schedule is 2 days on/3 days off, 3 days on/2 days off, 2 days on/3 days off)

***NIGHT Shift 7:00 pm-7:00 am (work schedule is 2 days on/3 days off, 3 days on/2 days off, 2 days on/3 days off) 

*All employees must pass a drug test and background check.

*Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

*Reliable transportation.

GENEROUS BENEFITS PACKAGE INCLUDES medical, dental, vision insurance; 401k with strong match; paid time off + paid holidays!!!

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform maintenance tasks including, but not limited to, mechanical, electrical, PLC troubleshooting and repair of production machines.
• Provide emergency/unscheduled repairs of production equipment during production.
• Perform scheduled maintenance repairs of production equipment during machine service and maintain appropriate tracking reports.
• Contribute to the creation of robust preventative maintenance tasks to keep the equipment operational at peak levels.
• Provide scheduled/emergency/unscheduled repairs and maintenance of the facility.
• Emergency call-ins are expected as part of a rotation of maintenance team members to support a 24/7 production operation. These are balanced to not burden any one person.
• Read and interpret equipment manuals and work orders to perform required maintenance and service, Understand equipment schemes and drawings for quick and accurate troubleshooting.
• Operate forklifts, scissors and JLG type basket lifts.
• Diagnose problems, replace, or repair parts, test and verify proper equipment operation.
• Detect faulty operations, defective material, and report those and any unusual situations to proper supervision.
• Comply with safety regulations and maintain clean and orderly work areas.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
• Meet yearly personal/department S.M.A.R.T. objectives.

QUALIFICATIONS

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• 2+ years, preferably in manufacturing with strong electrical knowledge reading schematics for installation and repair of production equipment.

PREFERRED EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• Associate's degree in Machine Technology or other technical discipline preferred; relevant work experience may be a substitute.

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong attention to detail, analytical and organizational skills
• Creative problem solver
• Reliable, trustworthy and collaborative team player
• Strong proficiency in MS Office and Excel

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Works in production environments
• Frequently standing, walking, lifting, stooping, or bending
• Able to lift 50 lbs. on a regular basis
• Able to work 8-12 hour shifts standing