Maintenance Technician
About The Position
The Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, repairing, and installing production equipment and facility systems to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable operations. This hands-on role responds to equipment breakdowns, completes scheduled maintenance, diagnoses mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic issues, and works collaboratively with production teams to minimize downtime and maximize equipment reliability. The Maintenance Technician follows all safety, quality, environmental, and regulatory requirements while maintaining accurate maintenance documentation and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives. Through strong technical skills, accountability, and a commitment to operational excellence, this position plays a vital role in supporting production goals and ensuring the facility operates efficiently.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED required
- Minimum of 4 years of manufacturing maintenance experience required.
- Strong knowledge of industrial maintenance, including hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, and mechanical systems
- Ability to troubleshoot and repair production and facility equipment
- Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and prioritize multiple tasks
- Willingness to work overtime as needed
- Basic computer skills and experience with maintenance documentation systems
Nice To Haves
- Completion of a technical training program, trade school, or craft apprenticeship preferred
- Strong electro-mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills
- PLC experience is a plus
- Ability to effectively prioritize maintenance activities and respond to changing operational needs
- Strong commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills across departments
- Ability to lead by example and promote accountability
- Strong attention to detail and follow-through
- Team-oriented mindset with a focus on reliability and operational excellence
- Comfort operating in a fast-paced, lean manufacturing environment
- Passion for continuous learning and developing technical expertise
Responsibilities
- Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair production machines and plant facility equipment, including mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
- Perform emergency/unscheduled repairs during production and complete scheduled and preventive maintenance to minimize downtime and ensure equipment reliability.
- Read and interpret equipment manuals, technical drawings, and work orders; diagnose issues, replace or repair parts, test equipment, and make necessary adjustments.
- Safely use hand and power tools, electric meters, and material handling equipment while detecting and reporting faulty operations or unusual conditions to supervision.
- Comply with all safety regulations, maintain clean and orderly work areas, demonstrate computer competency (including Microsoft Office), and perform other duties as assigned.
- Assist with equipment installations, upgrades, and continuous improvement projects to enhance operational efficiency and reliability.
- Support cross-functional teams, including production and sanitation, by providing technical guidance and maintenance expertise to resolve recurring issues.
- Maintain accurate maintenance records, parts inventory documentation, and work order updates while participating in training and skill development initiatives.
- Perform calibration, verification, and basic maintenance of lab testing equipment to ensure accurate results.
Benefits
- 401-K with Company match
- Paid holidays, as well as paid time off
- Health, dental and vision insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts (health/dependent) and Health Savings Accounts
- Company sponsored short term and long-term disability, as well as life insurance
- Additional voluntary insurance plans are available to meet your lifestyle needs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
