Maintenance Technician

Maintenance TechnicianWork Schedule: Monday - Friday 6am -2pm, overtime as neededHourly Rate: $24.48Essential Purpose of This Position:We are seeking a versatile and proactive Maintenance Technician to support both our manufacturing operations and facility upkeep. This role is responsible for performing preventive maintenance (PMs), troubleshooting and repairing industrial machinery, maintaining building systems, and coordinating with external contractors to ensure smooth, safe, and efficient operations. The ideal candidate is mechanically inclined, safety-conscious, and adaptable to shifting business needs.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Safety & Compliance: Adhere to OSHA regulations, company policies, and safety standards, including proper use of PPE and Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures.Equipment & Facility Maintenance: Perform routine maintenance and repairs on production equipment, building systems, and facility grounds to ensure safe and efficient conditions. Conduct scheduled preventive maintenance on industrial machinery, HVAC, plumbing, lighting, and other facility systems.Production Support: Assist machine operators during equipment changeovers to minimize downtime (e.g., core cutting, packaging). Set up and operate industrial machines as needed to support production and verify proper functionality.Troubleshooting & Repair: Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic issues on production machinery. Fabricate and repair parts using shop equipment such as lathes, mills, drill presses, and grinders.Equipment Operation: Safely operate forklifts, powered industrial trucks, and other equipment as required.Contractor & Vendor Coordination: Work alongside contractors and vendors during equipment installations, repairs, upgrades, and facility projects.Documentation & Continuous Improvement: Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, repairs, and parts usage. Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and assist in identifying root causes of equipment and facility issues.Technical Expertise: Read and interpret technical manuals, blueprints, and schematics. Utilize hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic equipment effectively.Education and Experience Requirements:High school diploma or GED required, technical certification or associate degree in industrial maintenance or related field preferred.Proven experience in industrial maintenance within a manufacturing or production environment.Strong knowledge of machine setup, operation, and troubleshooting.Proficiency with hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic equipment.Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.Able to lift 50 lbs. and work in varying environmental conditions.Flexibility to work extended or varied hours to support production and facility needs.Scope of Duties and Responsibilities:This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.A review of this position has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent(s) will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities.This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" relationship.