Maintenance Repair Technician - Monroe, LA

Company Description

With over $2B in revenue, 80+ manufacturing facilities across 6 continents and over 9,000 employees worldwide, Signode is a leading manufacturer of a broad spectrum of transit packaging consumables, tools, software, and equipment that optimize end‑of‑line packaging operations and protect products in transit. Signode brings this extensive product portfolio together under hundreds of trusted brands to offer complete transit packaging solutions to its customers.

We produce strap, stretch and protective packaging. We also manufacture packaging tools and equipment used to apply the bulk packaging materials. These commercial packaging products are used to pack, bundle, unitize, protect, and secure goods during warehousing and transit. Our company is a pioneer in the industrial packaging sector with a long history of customer‑focused innovations in materials, processes and automation technology that have revolutionized the sector.

Headquartered in Tampa, Florida, we are proud to be the Transit Packaging Division of Crown Holdings, Inc. We are excited to go to market as Signode and to share the portfolio of products, services and capabilities that make us the world's premier end‑of‑line packaging company.

Signode offers a comprehensive benefits package to full‑time employees, which includes health, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off, life insurance, wellness perks, and more. Benefits begin the month following the hire date.

The hourly wage for this position ranges from $25.00 to $29.00 and varies based on specific responsibilities and geographic location. Starting hourly rate within this range will be determined based on the candidate's experience, qualifications, and/or skillset.

The primary purpose of the maintenance technician is to ensure production and operations are running safely at the most efficient level achievable, producing the highest possible production quality.

• Troubleshoots and repairs equipment in a timely, complete, and cost‑effective manner.
• Performs duties to maintain production machines and other facility equipment.
• Checks and inspects assigned equipment during preventative maintenance. Reports findings to management.
• Completes work orders and updates maintenance tracking system.
• Identifies and recommends corrections on electrical issues through knowledge of drives and PLCs.
• Ensures machine productivity and quality after repairs, changeovers, and extended downtime.
• Maintains inventory of repair equipment and supplies.
• Responds quickly to issues or concerns that may put employees at risk for injury, to include rectifying immediate dangers.
• Maintains building safety and appearance including utilities, ventilation, housekeeping and plumbing.
• Communicates existing and potential issues with group leaders/maintenance manager.
• Other related duties as assigned.

High school diploma/GED preferred but not required. Certifications preferred but not required.

• 5+ years of industrial maintenance experience in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment. Any equivalent experience and training that demonstrates the ability to perform the key responsibilities of this position.
• Ability to understand and interpret gauges, tools, and instruments relating to product quality and equipment repair.
• Good working knowledge of electricity and troubleshooting electrical issues.
• Knowledge and experience with PLCs, drives preferred.
• Experience in welding with MIG and/or arc welder.
• Forklift experience is a plus; training will be provided.

• Safety & Security
• Experience
• Detail Oriented
• Time Management
• Problem Solving
• Communication
• Team Player

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities.

Signode is committed to providing equal opportunities to all qualified applicants, including providing reasonable accommodations during our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodation in applying for this position, please contact us at

Signode Industrial Group, LLC is an Equal Opportunity / affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Signode participates in E‑Verify and will provide the Department of Homeland Security your Form I‑9 information to confirm your authorization to work in the United States.