Maintenance Mechanic

Lakeside Book Company•Hagerstown, MD

13d•$26 - $33•Onsite

About The Position

Phoenix Color® is a premier full-service, full-color printer with over 40 years of superior print experience. Drawing on a broad spectrum of materials and decorative technologies, Phoenix Color® produces memorable, value-added components, heavily-illustrated books and specialty commercial products. Phoenix Color® has been servicing the publishing industry within the United States since 1979 and has formed lasting relationships with some of the biggest names in book publishing. As a domestic manufacturer, we offer extensive, in-house digital pre-press capabilities and our technologically advanced UV printing platform supports an array of printing and finishing options. Our innovative special effects include foil stamping, UV embellishments and laminations, as well as our trademarked products LithoFoil®, MetalTone™, Look of Leather™ and VibraColor™. Phoenix Color’s® progressive innovation and commitment to quality will give your product the optimum eye-catching edge required in today’s competitive marketplace. Are you a versatile, hands-on troubleshooter who can seamlessly jump from mechanical repairs to complex electrical systems? We are seeking a highly skilled Industrial Maintenance Technician to keep our high-speed manufacturing facility running smoothly and safely. In this role, you will diagnose, repair, and maintain automated plant machinery, industrial electrical systems, and facility equipment. From routine preventative maintenance to critical emergency repairs, your technical expertise will directly impact our production success.

Requirements

Minimum of 2 years of machine repair and maintenance experience, preferably within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Technical training with a concentration in machine mechanics or industrial electricity is strongly preferred.
Highly mechanically inclined with a strong attention to detail.
Knowledge of Relay Logic and the ability to read electrical/mechanical schematics is a major plus.
Ability to work autonomously with minimal supervision, as well as collaborate effectively with a broader production team.
Must be able to read, understand, and execute complex written instructions.
A valid State or Government-issued Driver’s License is required.

Responsibilities

Maintain and repair complex plant machinery including valves, conveyors, compressors, pumps, pneumatic hydraulics, and boilers.
Diagnose, repair, or replace control devices (switches, photo eyes, proximity sensors, pushbuttons, contactors, motor starters, etc.) and design/install industrial electrical systems.
Safely operate machine shop tools (welders, drill presses, grinders, lathes, mills, and hand tools) to fabricate custom parts and modify existing equipment according to SOPs.
Perform routine inspections, adjustments, and PM tasks independently or alongside plant personnel to prevent unexpected downtime.
Accurately log repairs, inspections, and work orders within the department’s software tracking program.
Assist with general facility maintenance as needed, maintain a valid driver’s license to drive company vehicles, and remain available for emergency after-hours "call-in" support.