Skilled - Plastics Maintenance Mechanic

Plastics Maintenance Mechanic

We are seeking a skilled Plastics Maintenance Mechanic to support a growing manufacturing operation producing plastic products. This role is responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining production equipment, with a strong focus on minimizing downtime and improving equipment reliability. This is a hands-on position working on extrusion and thermoforming equipment. Candidates must have demonstrated experience diagnosing and resolving equipment issues in a manufacturing environment, not just performing setups or changeovers. This is a direct hire opportunity in Sturtevant, WI.

Plastics Maintenance Mechanic Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair production equipment to minimize downtime
• Perform mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and basic PLC troubleshooting
• Maintain and repair extrusion and thermoforming machinery
• Perform preventive maintenance and equipment inspections
• Identify root causes of failures and implement corrective actions
• Support changeovers and ensure machines are running efficiently post-setup
• Read and interpret schematics, blueprints, and technical manuals
• Maintain accurate maintenance logs and documentation
• Collaborate with production and maintenance teams to support operations

Plastics Maintenance Mechanic Requirements:

• 3+ years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment
• Hands-on troubleshooting experience with production equipment
• Ability to diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical systems
• Experience with pneumatics and hydraulics
• Comfortable working independently on 2nd shift
• Preferred experience in plastics manufacturing (extrusion, thermoforming, injection molding, or blow molding)
• Preferred familiarity with PLC systems and controls
• Preferred experience in food-grade or packaging manufacturing environments
• Preferred strong problem-solving and root cause analysis skills
• Manufacturing environment with moving machinery and moderate to high noise levels
• Use of personal protective equipment required
• Standing, walking, and lifting required as part of daily duties