Maintenance Mechanic I

Title: Maintenance Mechanic I
Location: Battle Creek MI 49015
Duration: 12 months (Potential temp to perm)

Top 3 Skills
Strong Mechanical Troubleshooting

• Ability to diagnose equipment failures, identify root causes, and perform repairs with minimal supervision.
• Strong mechanical reasoning and problem-solving skills are essential.

Hydraulic & Pneumatic Systems Experience

• Experience troubleshooting and repairing hydraulic and pneumatic components, including pumps, valves, cylinders, and related systems.
• Understanding of industrial fluid power systems and maintenance practices.

Powertrain, Conveyor & Fabrication Skills

• Knowledge of chains, gears, bearings, conveyors, and power transmission equipment.
• Ability to fabricate, modify, or repair parts and tools when needed to keep equipment running.
• Highly Preferred: Previous corrugated manufacturing, paper mill, or industrial production maintenance experience.

Bonus Skills: Boiler experience, forklift operation, and rigging experience.

Position Summary
We are seeking an experienced Mechanic Technician to join a maintenance team supporting a large corrugated manufacturing operation. This role is responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining corrugator equipment and supporting systems to ensure safe and efficient production.

The ideal candidate will have strong mechanical troubleshooting skills, experience working with industrial equipment, and the ability to support a variety of machinery rather than specializing in a single area. Candidates from paper mills, corrugated facilities, manufacturing plants, or other industrial maintenance environments are highly encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair production equipment and support systems
• Perform preventive maintenance (PMs) and corrective maintenance activities
• Maintain and repair hydraulic and pneumatic systems
• Diagnose and repair conveyor, chain, gear, bearing, and power transmission equipment
• Fabricate or modify tools, machine parts, and components as needed
• Support equipment reliability and minimize production downtime
• Operate forklifts and assist with occasional rigging activities
• Perform maintenance across multiple machine types and production systems
• Follow all safety, quality, and maintenance procedures

Top Skills & Qualifications
Required Skills

• Strong mechanical troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities
• Experience with hydraulic and pneumatic systems
• Knowledge of conveyors, chains, gears, bearings, and power transmission systems
• Mechanical reasoning and root-cause analysis skills
• Ability to read equipment issues and implement effective repairs
• Preferred Experience
• Corrugated manufacturing experience
• Paper mill experience
• Industrial manufacturing maintenance experience
• Experience working on older or legacy equipment
• Preventive maintenance experience
• Bonus Qualifications
• Boiler experience
• Forklift experience
• Rigging experience
• Fabrication and welding experience
• Equipment & Work Environment

The facility operates a large corrugator system and various supporting equipment, including:
Corrugator line
Roll stands and splicers
Conveyor systems
Banders
Shredder
Baler
Fanfold equipment
Hydraulic shears and slitters
Starch kitchen systems
Many machines are older and require hands-on troubleshooting, creativity, and fabrication skills to keep equipment operating efficiently.

Interview & Testing Process

• One onsite interview with facility tour
• Maintenance skills assessment conducted during or shortly after the interview
• Testing results will determine placement and compensation level
• Additional interview round only if necessary

Schedule
Shift Options
1st Shift: 5:45 AM - 2:00 PM
2nd Shift: 1:45 PM - 10:00 PM
3rd Shift: 9:45 PM - 6:00 AM

All shifts include a 15-minute paid overlap for shift handoff.

Current Hiring Need
The primary need is on 2nd and 3rd shifts, with the current opening focused on 3rd shift. Shift assignment may vary based on business needs and staffing requirements.

Training & Onboarding

• All new hires will begin training on 1st shift alongside experienced technicians.
• 2nd Shift Assignments: Typically 1-2 weeks of training on days
• 3rd Shift Assignments: Typically up to 1 month of training on days
• Training duration may vary based on the employee's experience and readiness to work independently.

What Makes a Strong Candidate?
Successful candidates will be:

• Strong troubleshooters who can diagnose equipment issues independently
• Comfortable working on a wide range of equipment
• Experienced with hydraulic and pneumatic systems
• Mechanically inclined and resourceful
• Committed to preventive maintenance and equipment reliability
• Adaptable in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Willing to learn specialized corrugated manufacturing equipment