2nd Shift Maintenance Technician

Welch Packaging Group•Wooster, OH

About The Position

Supports our production operations by ensuring the optimal performance of manufacturing equipment. In this hands-on role, you will be responsible for performing preventative maintenance, troubleshooting mechanical and electrical issues, and repairing production machinery to minimize downtime and maximize efficiency. The ideal candidate has a strong background in industrial maintenance, a proactive approach to problem-solving, and a commitment to workplace safety and continuous improvement.

Requirements

High School Diploma or Equivalent required
Electrical certification preferred
Corrugated packaging industry a plus
Strong knowledge of mechanical machinery
Ability to use shop tools and equipment, drill press, shop grinders, welders, oxy-acetylene torch
A good understanding of hydraulic and pneumatic systems
A strong trouble shooting and problem solving ability with practical, mechanical & electrical aptitude
Must be able to read and interpret both electrical and mechanical drawings
Must be fully computer literate with Microsoft environment
Strong written and oral communication.
Organization and attention to detail.
Analytical and problem-solving skills.
Time management.
Systems analysis.
Mathematical and deductive reasoning.
Critical thinking.
Active learning.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly required to stand, sit, talk, hear, reach, stoop, kneel, and use hands and fingers to perform maintenance on machinery
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds on a regular consistent basis.
Must be able to wear personal protective equipment.
Exposure to moving mechanical parts.
Wet and or humid conditions
Office Setting, sitting for long periods of time.
Occasionally exposed to high, precarious places, fumes or airborne particles and vibration.
Noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Nice To Haves

Electrical certification preferred
Corrugated packaging industry a plus

Responsibilities

Responsible for maintaining company-owned machinery and equipment in proper working order
On-call emergency repairs
Responsible for taking control of breakdowns
Execute a plan of continued improvement of machine safety and general housekeeping
Work with crews to complete all preventative maintenance
Work with machine operator to troubleshoot and determine root cause of mechanical issues
Respond quickly to maintenance requests and prioritize effectively
Work hand in hand with Maintenance Manager to resolve any accident waiting to happen forms
Work as a team to maintain organization and inventory of maintenance shop and tools
Duties may vary depending on location