3rd Shift Maintenance Tech

3rd Shift Maintenance Technician

This 3rd shift Maintenance Technician role supports two highly automated production areas within a manufacturing plant, focusing on mechanical maintenance, troubleshooting, and preventive upkeep of industrial equipment. You will work primarily with cellulose-based insulation production machinery, handling ovens, assembly equipment, conveyors, and other automated systems while performing both reactive and preventive maintenance to keep operations running safely and efficiently. The position requires strong mechanical aptitude, experience with pneumatics and automated equipment, and the ability to perform minor PLC and HMI-related troubleshooting on night shift.

• Perform mechanical maintenance and repair on a wide range of industrial equipment, including ovens, assembly machines, conveyors, motors, gears, chains, sprockets, and other automated machinery.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical issues on highly automated, newer production lines that manufacture cellulose-based insulation products.
• Work with HMIs and operator screens to monitor equipment status, perform basic adjustments, and conduct minor PLC troubleshooting as needed.
• Carry out pneumatic system repairs, including identifying faults, replacing components, and ensuring reliable operation of pneumatic circuits and devices.
• Conduct routine preventive maintenance on automated equipment to reduce downtime, extend equipment life, and improve reliability.
• Perform mechanical repairs in dustier plant areas when required, focusing on gears, conveyors, motors, and other mechanical systems.
• Support typical automated equipment repairs and adjustments, ensuring that machines run safely and within specified parameters.
• Use a computer to complete work orders, record maintenance activities, update equipment histories, and communicate status to the team.
• Collaborate closely with the maintenance team and production staff to identify root causes of equipment issues and implement effective solutions.
• Follow established safety procedures and plant guidelines while working on equipment, including lockout/tagout and other safety practices.
• Participate in first-shift training for one to two months to learn equipment, processes, and plant standards before transitioning to 3rd shift.
• Respond to maintenance calls during the shift, prioritize tasks based on production needs, and ensure timely completion of repairs.
• Inspect equipment regularly to identify potential problems and recommend improvements or corrective actions.
• Support continuous improvement efforts by suggesting modifications or enhancements to equipment or maintenance practices.

• At least 3 years of maintenance machine repair experience on industrial equipment.
• Proven experience repairing and maintaining automated machinery in a manufacturing environment.
• Hands-on pneumatic repair experience, including troubleshooting and repairing pneumatic systems.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with experience working on gears, conveyors, motors, chains, sprockets, and other mechanical components.
• Basic electrical knowledge sufficient to support mechanical maintenance activities and minor troubleshooting.
• Ability to perform minor PLC-related troubleshooting and interact with HMIs and control screens.
• Experience performing preventive maintenance on industrial and automated equipment.
• Ability to use a computer to complete work orders, document maintenance activities, and update records.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills in a fast-paced production environment.
• Ability to work independently on 3rd shift while collaborating effectively with a close-knit maintenance team.
• Willingness and ability to train on 1st shift for one to two months before moving to 3rd shift.

• Experience working in highly automated manufacturing environments with newer equipment.
• Background maintaining equipment used in production of cellulose-based or similar industrial products.
• Comfort working around both clean, bright automated areas and more traditional, dustier manufacturing spaces.
• Familiarity with typical automated equipment repairs and preventive maintenance best practices.
• Strong communication skills to coordinate with production and maintenance team members.
• Attention to detail and a focus on safety while performing maintenance tasks.

You will join a mid-sized operation of approximately 120 employees that offers a genuine family-owned feel and a supportive culture. The maintenance team is close-knit, collaborative, and works well together, creating an environment where team members help each other and share knowledge. You will benefit from a strong culture that values people, provides thorough training, and encourages long-term stability. The organization offers a 3rd shift schedule with limited weekend work, supporting work-life balance while still providing the structure and consistency of a steady shift.

The plant includes both a highly…