Maintenance Technician

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Pregis is Hiring!

Why Join Pregis?

Pregis is in the packaging business to protect what matters. We are committed to providing our customers and employees sustainable growth through purpose-driven innovation and customer-centric packaging solutions. If you are looking for a company that is thriving across various high growth industries and is innovative, customer focused, high integrity, believes in strong teamwork and collaboration, Pregis is the company for you. Check out the Pregis Purpose to learn how sustainability and social responsibility is at the very core of our company DNA.


Maintenance Technician (3rd Shift)

Location: Sussex, WI
Shift: 3rd Shift 10:45pm-7:00am
Schedule: Monday - Friday
Pay: Competitive pay based on experience

Join Pregis and Help Keep Manufacturing Running

Pregis is seeking a skilled and dependable Maintenance Technician to support our Sussex manufacturing operation. In this role, you'll troubleshoot, repair, install, and maintain production equipment while helping maximize equipment reliability, efficiency, and uptime. This position is ideal for maintenance professionals with strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting experience who enjoy solving complex equipment challenges in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment
• Strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills
• Ability to read electrical schematics and basic blueprints
• Experience working with motors, drives, sensors, and machine control systems
• Strong computer skills and ability to maintain maintenance documentation
• Ability to work independently and prioritize multiple tasks
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement

Preferred Experience

• PLC troubleshooting and programming experience
• Experience with converting, printing, extrusion, packaging, or similar manufacturing equipment
• SAP experience
• Lean Manufacturing and 5S experience
• Tool, die, fixture repair, or fabrication experience
• Inventory management and maintenance parts sourcing

Position Summary

As a Maintenance Technician, you will perform preventive and reactive maintenance activities on production and facility equipment. You'll troubleshoot electrical and mechanical issues, repair and replace components, support equipment installations, maintain spare parts inventories, and help drive continuous improvement efforts across the operation.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on production and facility equipment
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and control systems
• Diagnose equipment failures and implement corrective actions to minimize downtime
• Install, maintain, and support production machinery and equipment upgrades
• Troubleshoot PLC-controlled equipment and machine control systems
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and work order documentation
• Manage and maintain maintenance spare parts inventory
• Support fabrication, repair, and modification of tooling, fixtures, and equipment components
• Assist with training and cross-training of maintenance and production team members
• Support Lean Manufacturing, 5S, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Maintain a safe work environment and follow all safety procedures and policies

Physical Requirements

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, climbing, and reaching
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to work around moving mechanical equipment and manufacturing machinery
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment including exposure to noise, heat, and varying temperatures

Why Join Pregis?

• Competitive Pay
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
• 401(k) with Company Match and Immediate Vesting
• Paid Time Off, Sick Time, and Floating Holidays
• Company-Paid Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 8-Week Structured Training Program
• Career Growth Opportunities into Technical, Lead, Supervisory, and Other Operational Roles
• Stable, Growing Manufacturing Environment
• Safety-Focused Culture

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Diversity and Inclusion

We believe in diversity of thought and bringing together other traits and characteristics that make an individual bring a unique experience to Pregis. We strive to foster an inclusive environment where behaviors and social norms ensure people are welcome.


Affirmative Action/EEO Statement/Inclusion

We offer equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We support inclusion and believe in welcoming a collective sum of individual differences, thoughts, traits, and characteristics to represent Pregis' culture and achievements.

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