Maintenance Technician

Amcor

About The Position

The Maintenance Technician plays a critical role in ensuring safe, efficient, and reliable plant operations. This position is responsible for performing preventive and corrective maintenance on production and facility equipment, troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems, and supporting production teams during equipment downtime. The role requires maintaining high standards of work quality, adhering to safety and compliance policies, and documenting maintenance activities accurately. Technicians must have strong technical knowledge of electrical systems (including PLCs), motors, drivers, pneumatic and hydraulic systems, and plant utility systems. They should demonstrate excellent troubleshooting skills, the ability to work independently, and effective communication regarding equipment issues. Physical demands include liftin gup to 80 lbs., frequent bending and climbing, and working in a manufacturing environment with loud noise levels. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is always required.

Requirements

Two (2) or more years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
Strong knowledge of electrical systems, including PLC controls, motors and drives, pneumatic and hydraulic systems, plant utility systems (e.g., water, air, resin handling), ability to troubleshoot and repair mechanical and electrical equipment independently.
Electrical systems, including PLC controls, motors, and drives.
Mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
Plant utility systems (e.g., water, air resin handling).
Preventive and corrective maintenance practices.
Safety standards and compliance requirements (GMP, HACCP, ISO, QMS, QSI).
Troubleshooting and diagnostic skills for mechanical and electrical issues.
Technical and electrical issues.
Technical repair skills for production and facility equipment.
Documentation and record-keeping for maintenance activities.
Time management to prioritize tasks under pressure.
Work independently with minimal supervision.
Adapt to changing priorities and respond quickly to equipment downtime.
Lift up to 80 lbs. and perform physically demanding tasks (bending, climbing, kneeling).
Operate specialized equipment safely (e.g., snow removal truck after training).
Maintenance focus in loud and fast-paced environments.
Safety- conscious: Consistently follows safety protocols and uses PPE.
Detail-oriented: Ensures accuracy in repairs and documentation.
Team-oriented: Collaborates effectively with production and maintenance teams.
Proactive: Identified potential issues and suggests improvements.
Positive Attitude: Maintains professionalism under time pressure and change conditions.
Willingness to be trained and coached: Open to learning new skills and improving performance through feedback.

Nice To Haves

Associate in Electrical or Mechanical fields.

Responsibilities

Equipment Maintenance & Reliability Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on production and facility equipment to ensure safe and efficient operations.
Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems to minimize downtime.
Utilize the Computerized Maintenance Management System such as AIMS/SAP to create and complete work orders, document corrective actions, and track labor and material costs.
Compliance & Safety Adherence to Amcor Safety Standards and food safety standards (GMP, HACCP, ISO, QMS, QSI).
Use of required PPE and follow safe work practices in all tasks.
Adherence to plant and department specific safety requirements including use of required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), safe operating procedures, including compliance with Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures and others to protect self and others.
Report injuries, near misses, and property damage incidents immediately to Maintenance Team Lead or Maintenance Manager.
Operational Support Respond promptly to equipment downtime and assist production teams in restoring operations.
Maintain plant utility systems, including electrical, motors/drives, air systems, and resin handling.
Documentation & Communication Accurate record maintenance activities and work orders in a timely manner.
Communicate equipment issues and potential downtime to supervisors.
Housekeeping & Facility Care Keep work areas clean and organized.
Perform additional facility tasks such as snow removal when trained and authorized.
Continuous Improvement Identify opportunities to improve equipment reliability and maintenance processes.
Stay current with technical knowledge and training requirements.

Benefits

Medical, dental and vision plans
Paid time off, starting at 40 hours per year for full-time hourly employees, may vary by location
Company-paid holidays starting at 8 days per year and may vary by location
Wellbeing programs & Employee Assistance Program
Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
Life insurance, AD&D, short-term & long-term disability, and voluntary benefits
Paid Parental Leave
Retirement Savings Plan with company match
Tuition Reimbursement (dependent upon approval)
Discretionary bonus program (initial eligibility dependent upon hire date)