Maintenance Mechanic 1st Shift

• Employee Type Non-Exempt

Airlite Plastics is a premier, privately held, family-owned manufacturer headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska. Our family style and personal culture is what makes Airlite an amazing place to grow and build a successful career. Airlite’s company values of unquestionable integrity and respect and appreciation for each other are at the core of our success! These values set a strong foundation to build on where we can ‘wow’ our customers with innovative products and sustainable solutions, and continuously improve our processes and efficiencies.

Our product lines include rigid plastic containers and lids for food packaging and cosmetics, dry powder scoops, plastic drink cups, shipping containers, industrial strength insulated concrete forms (ICF) and sustainable permeable paving systems. As pioneers in our industry, focused on sustainable solutions, we strive to provide our customers with top-notch service and quality, which aligns with our award-winning products.

This role is a contributing member of our Airlite - Nazareth, PA team, located in Nazareth, PA. As a Maintenance Mechanic you are a key to continued growth and success of Airlite. The Maintenance Mechanic is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing production machinery and equipment to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable operations. This role requires hands-on technical expertise in mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems, with a focus on injection molding machinery, robotics, and auxiliary equipment.

The position works collaboratively with Maintenance, Engineering, and Production to minimize downtime, improve equipment performance, and support continuous improvement initiatives.

• Perform routine inspections, preventive and predictive maintenance, and repairs on injection molding machines, robotics, and auxiliary production equipment.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment failures to minimize production downtime.
• Dismantle, repair, replace, and reassemble defective machinery, components, and equipment.
• Install, assemble, and maintain hydraulic and pneumatic systems and related components.
• Assist with the installation, setup, and commissioning of new machinery, injection molding equipment, and robotics.
• Troubleshoot equipment controls, including programmable logic controllers (PLCs), and assist with electrical repairs.
• Operate machine tools, including lathes, milling machines, drill presses, and grinders, to repair or fabricate machine parts, jigs, fixtures, and tools.
• Utilize welding and cutting equipment to fabricate, repair, or modify metal components as needed.
• Perform maintenance and repairs on plant equipment and supporting facility systems as applicable.
• Collaborate with Maintenance, Engineering, and Production to identify equipment issues, implement improvements, and optimize machine performance.
• Complete maintenance work orders and maintain accurate records of repairs, inspections, and preventive maintenance activities.
• Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns, diagnose root causes, and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment while adhering to all company safety policies and procedures.
• Identify and report food safety concerns to management in accordance with company requirements.
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance in accordance with company standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Airlite Plastics is a versatile employer; complacency is not one of our strengths! We work hard each day to ensure that equipment efficiency and customer satisfaction never leave our line of sight. Successful candidates for the role will possess the…