Maintenance Technician – Thermoforming Manufacturing 1st shift

Maintenance Technician – Thermoforming Manufacturing 1st Shift

Job Category:
Maintenance

Requisition Number: MAINT
001095

Posted:
June 12, 2026

Full-Time On-site Rate: $25 USD per hour Baxter, MN 56425, USA Pay or shift range: $25 USD to $30 USD This is an estimated range. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job-related reasons.

Responsibilities:

• Perform maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of thermoforming machinery, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, vacuum pumps, chillers, compressors, and other production or facility equipment.
• Conduct preventive and predictive maintenance in accordance with established schedules.
• Assist in the installation, setup, and startup of new machinery, tooling, and support equipment.
• Diagnose and resolve mechanical, electrical, and control system issues to minimize downtime.
• Read and interpret mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic schematics.
• Maintain maintenance records, PM logs, and spare parts inventory.
• Collaborate with production personnel to ensure proper equipment performance.
• Adhere to all safety and lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures and maintain a clean, organized work area.
• Support continuous improvement efforts and cross-train within the maintenance department.

Desired Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED required; technical degree or certification in Industrial Maintenance, Electrical, or Mechanical field preferred.
• 3–5 years of industrial or manufacturing maintenance experience (thermoforming or plastics industry experience strongly preferred).
• Working knowledge of:
• PLC controls and HMI systems (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or similar)
• Hydraulic, pneumatic, and vacuum systems
• AC/DC motors, drives, and electrical circuits
• Chillers, HVAC, and process cooling systems
• Basic welding, fabrication, and machining skills.
• Ability to read blueprints and technical diagrams.
• Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and time-management skills.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs and work in manufacturing conditions.
• Computer literacy for maintenance logs and machine interface systems.

Equipment Use:

• Power tools, hand tools, testing equipment, forklifts, and scissor lifts (must be certifiable).

Working Conditions:

• Manufacturing environment with exposure to:
• Extreme temperatures (heat/cold)
• High noise levels
• Moving mechanical parts
• Requires standing, bending, and climbing for extended periods.
• Must follow all safety policies and wear required PPE.

Works well as a member of a group

Shows firm and constant support to a cause

Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking

Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Inspires teammates to follow them

Considered a thought leader on a subject

Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest

Inspired to perform well by the knowledge that your job is safe

Inspired to perform without outside help

Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks

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