Industrial Maintenance Mechanic — Plastics & Packaging

Axion Recruitment•Baltimore, MD

3d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Industrial Maintenance Mechanic for our Plastics & Packaging Manufacturing facility in Baltimore, MD. This role is crucial for ensuring the smooth operation of our high-speed production assets through expert preventative and corrective maintenance. You will be responsible for diagnosing and resolving issues across various systems, interpreting technical documents, and championing continuous improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in industrial/manufacturing maintenance, with a deep understanding of hydraulics, pneumatics, and PLC-driven equipment.

Requirements

3+ years of hands-on maintenance experience in industrial/manufacturing environments (or equivalent education/experience).
Deep understanding of hydraulics and pneumatics.
Proven mechanical and electrical troubleshooting capability.
Ability to read and apply blueprints and electrical schematics.
Experience diagnosing PLC-driven equipment.
Personal set of basic hand tools (company provides specialized tools).
Flexibility to work overtime and occasional weekends.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.
Visa sponsorship is not available.

Nice To Haves

Experience with 120/208/240/480 Voltage Systems Maintenance and Repair.
Experience with Industrial Electrical Systems.
Experience with Mechanical Systems & Component Repair.
Experience with Packaging Machines, Slitter Machines, and Flexographic Printing Presses.

Responsibilities

Execute both preventative and corrective maintenance on high-speed production assets.
Diagnose and resolve issues across mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
Interpret and work from blueprints, wiring diagrams, and electrical schematics.
Service and repair printing presses, slitters, laminators, and related converting equipment.
Troubleshoot PLC-controlled equipment to restore throughput and reduce downtime.
Perform facility maintenance and implement building improvements as needed.
Identify root causes of failures and complete repairs that prevent recurrence.
Champion reliability and continuous improvement initiatives across the plant.