Maintenance Technician
Shift: First Shift – Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Compensation: $26.25 – $36.75 per hour (based on experience)
Job Type: Direct Hire
About the Company
• Established and growing plastics manufacturer
• Specializes in precision molding and high-performance plastic components
• Serves automotive, furniture, and consumer product industries
• Strong focus on quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement
• Modern facility with ongoing investment in equipment and technology
Position Overview
• Maintain and repair production and facility equipment to ensure maximum uptime
• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems
• Troubleshoot PLC-controlled equipment and automated systems
• Support installation and commissioning of new equipment and production lines
• Contribute to process improvements that increase efficiency and reliability
Key Responsibilities
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic issues
• Perform scheduled preventative maintenance activities
• Document maintenance work, inspections, and parts usage in CMMS
• Assist with PLC adjustments and basic programming as needed
• Conduct root cause analysis to reduce repeat equipment failures
• Maintain plant utilities including compressed air systems and lighting
• Support engineering and production teams with upgrades and tooling changes
• Maintain organized and safe maintenance work areas
Qualifications
• Strong background in industrial electrical and pneumatic systems
• Experience troubleshooting PLC-controlled equipment preferred
• Multi-craft experience in plastics, injection molding, blow molding, or automotive manufacturing highly desirable
• Ability to read mechanical and electrical schematics
• Stable work history in industrial maintenance environments
Physical Requirements
• Ability to stand, walk, climb, bend, and lift throughout shift
• Frequent lifting up to 50 pounds
• Comfortable working in a manufacturing environment
Benefits
• Competitive hourly compensation
• PTO
• 401(k) with company match
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage
• Career advancement opportunities