Maintenance Mechanic

Maintenance Mechanic

We are currently seeking a Maintenance Mechanic at our Kalamazoo MI facility. Easypak is a leading provider of thermoformed packaging solutions used in a wide range of industries and applications globally. We offer dependable, high-performing plastic packaging in a variety of industries for food, consumer goods, medical and industrial applications.

We’re looking for top notch candidates who thrive in a fast-paced environment, who are looking for a good challenge, and who are dedicated to creating and developing superior customer relationships. You’ve got to be sharp, and you must be on your game every day… because you will be an essential part of everyday life.

Easypak is a world-class company, and we hire only world-class people. People who aren’t afraid to work hard and get their hands dirty – in fact, people who want to work hard. In this lead position your responsibilities & activities will include:

• Troubleshoot simple machinery for faulty mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical malfunctions and repair/replace as required. Request maintenance assistance when needed.
• Make minor machine repairs and/or adjustments whenever requested by Supervisor.
• Fabricate simple fixtures, parts, tools and support equipment by utilizing machine shop practices and equipment, i.e.: lathe, milling machines, drill presses, saws, welder, and hand tools.
• Maintain hydraulic and pneumatic systems using schematics as necessary. Maintain all support machinery, i.e.: air compressors, cooling towers etc.
• From existing designs, manufacture specialized support machinery and parts as required or assigned.
• Perform simple electrical wiring on production, support building utilities (120V – 480V) three phase, and 120-volt single phases.
• Perform normal plumbing and carpentry work as needed.
• Repair material handling equipment and perform periodic preventive maintenance as directed.
• Order necessary parts and tools with approval of Supervisor.
• Maintain daily log of important job activities as information for subsequent shifts and management.
• Become completely familiar with all safety equipment and follow established safety practices at all times. Report all safety hazards or violations to Management promptly. Report all injuries immediately to Supervisor.
• Must adhere to Easypak Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s).
• Maintain a level of knowledge in all items as listed on skill sheet and attempt to advance this knowledge level.
• Monitor parts usage and maintain adequate inventory.

You won’t find a better opportunity like the one you’ll find with Easypak. If you're an exceptional candidate with a can-do attitude, who's passionate about doing things the right way the first time, join us – the world is waiting for you. Now, here’s what we need from you:

• A can-do positive attitude
• 1+ years of experience performing maintenance tasks within a manufacturing
• Mechanical knowledge
• Strong attention to detail
• Analytical abilities
• Experienced in multiple functions including electrical diagnostics, servo drives, carpentry, plumbing, fabrication, machine repair

At Easypak we dream big, get stuff done and like to have fun!

Full time position with benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, 401K with an Employer Match and more!

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. In addition to federal law requirements, Easypak complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.

Easypak expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.