Machine Mechanic-SMIPack-Part Time

Max Distributing•Little Rock, AR

About The Position

We are hiring a part-time Machine Mechanic to keep a 2019 SMIPack shrink wrapper running safely and reliably. The mechanic will handle preventive maintenance, troubleshoot breakdowns, make adjustments and changeovers, and help minimize line downtime. The role is suited to an experienced packaging or industrial mechanic seeking steady part-time hours.

Requirements

At least 3 years maintaining industrial packaging or production equipment.
Hands-on experience with shrink wrappers, L-sealers, sleeve wrappers, or similar packaging machines.
Solid mechanical skills involving drives, gearboxes, chains, belts, bearings, and alignment.
Working knowledge of pneumatics and basic industrial electrical systems, including motors, sensors, relays, and heaters.
Ability to read schematics, manuals, and parts diagrams.
Comfort troubleshooting from PLC/HMI alarm screens.
Own basic hand tools and a multimeter.
Reliable, able to work independently, and good at keeping records.

Responsibilities

Perform scheduled preventive maintenance on the SMIPack shrink wrapper and heat tunnel in accordance with the manufacturer's manual, including lubrication, belt and chain inspections, sealing-bar and blade checks, and cleaning.
Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic faults involving conveyors, film feed and unwind, sealing jaws, heating elements, sensors, and drives.
Diagnose alarms and faults using the machine's PLC and touchscreen HMI; adjust temperature, speed, timing, and film tension settings.
Perform product and film changeovers and fine-tune the machine for wrap quality, including tight, clean seals without burns, tears, or loose film.
Replace worn parts, including Teflon tape, sealing wire or blades, belts, bearings, rollers, and heating elements.
Maintain spare-parts inventory and order parts from SMIPack or approved suppliers.
Log maintenance, repairs, downtime, and parts used.
Follow lockout/tagout (LOTO) and plant safety procedures; keep guards and safety interlocks in working order.
Train operators on basic upkeep, safe operation, and first-level troubleshooting.
Help with other packaging or production equipment as needed.