Electro-Mechanical Maintenance Technician (Plastics Manufacturing)

Novolex Corporate•Columbus, OH

80d•Onsite

About The Position

Picture the start of your shift at 3:50pm: you review the maintenance queue, troubleshoot a PLC alarm on a production line, swap a worn electrical component, and help an operator get a mechanical system back online. By the time you clock out at midnight, you have improved uptime, documented your work, and planned the next control system upgrade. If that sounds like your kind of day, this role in Columbus is for you.

Requirements

Strong knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, mechanical systems, and electrical troubleshooting
Analytical mindset with solid technical skills, including electrical and PLC programming
Team-oriented with the ability to communicate effectively across all levels of the organization
High school diploma or equivalent
3+ years of technician experience in the plastics industry
Mechanical aptitude and demonstrated problem-solving ability
Clear written and verbal communication skills

Nice To Haves

associate degree preferred

Responsibilities

Keep production moving by maintaining and repairing plant equipment and facility systems across mechanical, electrical, and electronic disciplines.
Install, set up, maintain, and repair equipment tied to plant operations, services, and facilities
Diagnose, repair, and replace electrical components as needed
Assist with upgrades to process control equipment as new technology emerges
Stay current on state-of-the-art control systems and apply that knowledge on the floor
Support shift Operators by performing mechanical repairs when required