MAINTENANCE TECH-NIGHT SHIFT

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Hours: 12 shifts 2-2-3 schedule-6:45pm-7:00am
  
  
• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic issues to restore production equipment to proper working condition.
• Perform routine inspections, preventive maintenance, and repairs on plastics manufacturing equipment and systems, including extruders, conveyors, chillers, heaters, pumps, motors, and other mechanical/electrical components.
  
  
• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic issues to restore production equipment to proper working condition.
  
  
• Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns and production emergencies to minimize downtime and maintain schedule compliance.
  
  
• Conduct root cause analysis on recurring failures and implement effective corrective and preventive actions.
  
  
• Assist in the installation, calibration, and setup of new manufacturing machinery and supporting systems, ensuring proper operation and integration with existing equipment.
  
  
• Support commissioning activities for new systems, including testing, performance verification, and process optimization.
  
  
• Execute preventive maintenance programs to proactively identify and address equipment wear or potential issues before failure.
  
  
• Utilize predictive maintenance tools such as vibration analysis, thermal imaging, and oil sampling to monitor and maintain equipment health.
  
  
• Maintain detailed maintenance logs and records, including work performed, parts used, and labor hours.
  
  
• Prepare maintenance and performance reports with recommendations for improving reliability and reducing downtime.
  
  
• Adhere to all company safety policies, lockout/tagout procedures, and regulatory requirements to ensure a safe working environment.
  
  
• Keep maintenance and production areas clean, organized, and free of hazards.
  
  
• Collaborate with production, quality, and engineering teams to address technical issues and improve overall process efficiency.
  
  
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement in maintenance methods, spare parts usage, and equipment reliability.
  
  
• Participate in cross-functional improvement initiatives to enhance production uptime and product consistency.
  
  
• Work as a team with other maintenance personnel to coordinate repairs, share technical knowledge, and support company goals.
  
  
• Report to work on time and maintain consistent attendance as scheduled.

• Minimum 3 years of experience in maintenance or repair within a plastics manufacturing or similar industrial environment.
  
  
• Strong working knowledge of extrusion, molding, and/or thermoforming equipment preferred.
  
  
• Proficient in troubleshooting electrical systems, PLC-controlled machinery, and mechanical drives.
  
  
• Familiarity with hydraulic, pneumatic, and cooling systems used in plastics production.
  
  
• Ability to interpret equipment manuals, blueprints, and electrical schematics.
  
  
• Experience using computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).
  
  
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills with a proactive, safety-first mindset.
  
  
• Willingness to work overtime or weekends as required to support production needs.

Compensation details: 24-26 Hourly Wage

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