Blow Molding Equipment Maintenance Mechanic

Altium Packaging•Oil City, PA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Blow Molding Equipment Maintenance Mechanic You arrive on shift, greet production, and make a quick pass through the blow molding lines. A trimmer needs a fine adjustment, a palletizer is ready for a PM, and a hydraulic hose shows early wear. You prioritize, act, and keep the plant running safely and efficiently—because reliable equipment is the heartbeat of Altium Packaging. What You’ll Do Champion safety and regulatory compliance across the plant. Install, align, adjust, and repair blow mold machines, trimmers, palletizers, and related systems. Complete mold, neck tooling, pin, and other changeovers with precision. Inspect and replace pneumatic and hydraulic hoses; rebuild or swap valves and pumps. Execute preventive maintenance to sustain peak performance and uptime. Tune equipment to maintain optimal processing conditions. Weld, fabricate, and repair machine components as needed. Diagnose root causes and repair blow molders, baggers, and support equipment. Operate blow mold or injection equipment when required. Collaborate frequently with production, quality, and leadership. Adapt duties to plant-specific equipment and layouts; follow direction from Lead Technician or Supervisor. Handle other tasks as assigned; expect reasonable mandatory overtime based on business needs. What You Bring Solid basics: math, computer literacy, and foundational pneumatics/hydraulics knowledge. Keen attention to detail and craftsmanship. Preferred 2+ years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing setting. High school diploma, GED, or equivalent. OSHA forklift certification. Physical Demands Regular standing and walking; frequent use of hands for fine work and reaching; occasional climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling; ability to lift and/or move up to 50 lbs frequently. Accessibility: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities who are otherwise qualified to safely perform the essential functions of the job, unless such accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the Company. Work Environment Production environment with moving mechanical parts and elevated noise. Plant temperatures vary by season (hot and cold). PPE is required in production and designated areas. Our Culture Altium Packaging — Our culture sets us apart. We operate by Guiding Principles that shape decisions and empower teams: Operate with integrity and compliance. Create lasting value. Practice disciplined entrepreneurship. Put customers first. Lead with humility. Honor dignity and respect for all. Find fulfillment in meaningful work. Total Rewards Competitive and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision; company holidays and paid time off; tuition reimbursement; learning and training programs; bonus potential; a 401(k) with company contributions; recognition programs; and opportunities to serve our communities. EEO Statement We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Ready to keep critical equipment humming? Take your career to the next level at Altium Packaging.

Requirements

Solid basics: math, computer literacy, and foundational pneumatics/hydraulics knowledge.
Keen attention to detail and craftsmanship.
High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
OSHA forklift certification.

Nice To Haves

Preferred 2+ years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing setting.

Responsibilities

Champion safety and regulatory compliance across the plant.
Install, align, adjust, and repair blow mold machines, trimmers, palletizers, and related systems.
Complete mold, neck tooling, pin, and other changeovers with precision.
Inspect and replace pneumatic and hydraulic hoses; rebuild or swap valves and pumps.
Execute preventive maintenance to sustain peak performance and uptime.
Tune equipment to maintain optimal processing conditions.
Weld, fabricate, and repair machine components as needed.
Diagnose root causes and repair blow molders, baggers, and support equipment.
Operate blow mold or injection equipment when required.
Collaborate frequently with production, quality, and leadership.
Adapt duties to plant-specific equipment and layouts; follow direction from Lead Technician or Supervisor.
Handle other tasks as assigned; expect reasonable mandatory overtime based on business needs.