Preventative Mechanical Maintenance Technician

Westlake Plastics Co•Middletown Township, PA

About The Position

Westlake Plastics is a manufacturer specializing in extrusion and compression molding technologies for high-performance thermoplastics. The Preventative Mechanical Maintenance Technician performs scheduled preventative maintenance on plant equipment, conducts fire extinguisher and crane inspections, and completes documentation required by ISO regulations. The role includes mechanical, electrical, pipe-fitting, and welding tasks; installing electrical and mechanical parts; troubleshooting problems; and diagnosing and repairing plant equipment. The technician helps maintain production and quality by ensuring machinery and mechanical equipment operate properly throughout the manufacturing facility. The role also includes routine maintenance in office areas, such as changing light bulbs and moving or arranging furniture and computers. This is a full-time opportunity with competitive salary and benefits.

Requirements

At least 2–3 years of experience in a mechanical role; manufacturing experience is preferred.
Experience troubleshooting, installing, aligning, dismantling, repairing, and maintaining large industrial machines and mechanical equipment to improve reliability.
Ability to troubleshoot bearings, chains, sprockets, gearboxes, and conveyors.
Ability to lift 50 pounds regularly.
At least 1 year of machine maintenance experience (required).
At least 1 year of maintenance experience (required).
Ability to use a multimeter, megohmmeter, infrared thermography camera, calibration testers, and tools.

Nice To Haves

Relevant degrees and/or certifications are preferred.
Electrical experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform scheduled preventative maintenance on equipment throughout the facility.
Inspect fire extinguishers and cranes and complete documentation required by ISO regulations.
Perform mechanical, electrical, pipe-fitting, and welding maintenance tasks.
Install electrical and mechanical parts; troubleshoot electrical and mechanical problems; diagnose and repair plant equipment.
Maintain production and quality by ensuring machines and mechanical equipment operate properly across manufacturing divisions.
Perform scheduled maintenance routines to identify and correct mechanical and electrical defects before equipment fails.
Locate problems by observing equipment in operation, listening for issues, and using precision measuring and testing equipment.
Remove defective parts by dismantling equipment with hoists, hand tools, and power tools.
Maintain equipment, parts, and supply inventories by checking stock and anticipating needs.
Communicate maintenance actions, irregularities, and continuing equipment needs to Operations.
Perform routine office maintenance, including changing light bulbs and moving or arranging furniture and computers.
Use and complete CMMS work orders and preventative maintenance tasks.