Maintenance Technician

Company Overview

Intek Plastics is a leading custom plastic extruder dedicated to delivering high-quality, precisely engineered, customer-specific plastic extrusion products. With a team of over 200 associates, we prioritize continuous improvement and lean manufacturing principles to create value for our customers through innovative processes and materials.

We’re looking for a Maintenance Technician to support our 2nd shift manufacturing operations by maintaining, troubleshooting, and improving our equipment and facility systems. This is a great opportunity to join a collaborative team where your expertise makes a real impact every day.

As a Maintenance Technician, you’ll play a critical role in keeping our plant running smoothly and safely. Your responsibilities will include:

• Troubleshooting, repairing, and performing preventative maintenance on manufacturing equipment, forklifts, pallet trucks, and related machinery
• Supporting facility systems, including water tanks, chillers, compressors, oil temperature controllers, filters, and electrical systems in compliance with national codes
• Performing fabrication and welding work (machinery components, gates, guards, etc.)
• Operating shop equipment, hand tools, and power tools safely and effectively
• Assisting with general facility upkeep, such as replacing bulbs/ballasts, moving furniture, cleaning equipment, and maintaining exterior areas
• Tracking daily activities, parts usage, and maintenance records in our ERP system
• Partnering with production teams to minimize downtime and improve equipment reliability
• Supporting and following our Quality Management System (QMS) standards

We’re seeking someone dependable, detail‑oriented, and eager to contribute their technical skills.

• 1–2 year technical degree in Electrical, Electromechanical, Machine Shop, Hydraulics, Water Treatment Systems, or Power Transmission
• – OR –
• 5+ years of equivalent maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment
• Strong mechanical and plumbing knowledge
• Ability to read and understand electrical and mechanical blueprints and schematics
• Good organizational and basic math skills
• Comfortable using computers and maintenance tracking systems
• Ability to safely operate a variety of hand and power tools
• Reliable, regular attendance and a strong safety mindset

• Be a vital part of a manufacturing team that values safety, quality, and teamwork
• Enjoy a role with variety—no two days are exactly the same
• Work in an environment where your skills and ideas help drive continuous improvement