Industrial Maintenance Technician
About The Position
Founded in 2008 and headquartered in Philadelphia, PA, PaperWorks Industries is a leading, integrated North American full-service provider of recycled paperboard and specialized folding cartons for packaging applications. Our purpose is clear. To deliver innovative, value-added packaging solutions to the world while making it a better place for all. At PaperWorks, we are committed to the highest sustainable forestry and procurement standards. Product certifications include the Forest Stewardship Council and 100% Recycled Paperboard Alliance. The Industrial Maintenance Technician performs preventive maintenance, troubleshoots equipment issues, and completes repairs to keep all machinery operating safely and efficiently. The role maintains accurate records, follows Lockout/Tagout procedures, supports facility upkeep, and uses technical prints and precision tools to perform high quality maintenance work.
Requirements
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED); AND two to five years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience, preferably in the folding carton industry.
- Must have manufacturing maintenance experience.
- Must have the ability to read, write, and comprehend documents and verbal instructions in English for Safety, ISO, and work related tasks.
- Must have the ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations.
- Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
Nice To Haves
- preferably in the folding carton industry.
Responsibilities
- Completes all scheduled preventive maintenance tasks to ensure equipment reliability.
- Keeps detailed, up‑to‑date documentation of all maintenance work performed.
- Work required hours to keep equipment operational at all times, including during unexpected breakdowns.
- Keeps work areas neat, clean, and safe; supports upkeep of the building exterior, property, and periodic snow removal as weather requires.
- Acts as a capable trainer, instructing team members on proper equipment use, care, and maintenance with minimal conflict.
- Maintains an inventory of supplies and materials and ensures replacements are requisitioned, including during supervisor absences.
- Reads, understands, and uses mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and other technical drawings required for maintenance work.
- Accurately uses tape measures, calipers, micrometers, scales, gauges, meters, and other measurement devices.
- Safely operates maintenance machinery such as lathes and drill presses; performs gas welding, brazing, soldering, and electric welding.
- Demonstrates full familiarity with LOTO procedures and follows all guidelines without exception.
- Maintains accurate records, completes all required forms, and uses all applicable gauges and measurement tools correctly.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
