Maintenance Technician - UPDATED

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Maintenance Technician – December 4, 2025

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1–2 years of experience in maintenance or manufacturing support preferred.
• Technical or vocational training in mechanics, electrical systems, or industrial maintenance is a plus.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn.
• Understanding of safety standards in a manufacturing or cleanroom environment.
• Comfortable using basic hand tools, power tools, and computers.

• Support maintenance and repair activities on extrusion and manufacturing equipment under the direction of the Maintenance Team Lead.
• Perform basic mechanical, electrical, and preventive maintenance tasks to keep production running safely and efficiently.

• Assist with troubleshooting and repairing extrusion line components such as vacuum tanks, pullers, dryers, and cutters.
• Respond to calls for machine adjustments or repairs during active production.
• Replace worn or damaged parts, belts, filters, sensors, and other common components.

• Perform daily, weekly, and monthly preventive maintenance on extrusion lines and auxiliary equipment.
• Document maintenance activities accurately and consistently.
• Help identify wear‑and‑tear items and report potential equipment concerns early.

• Maintain clean and organized maintenance shop and storage areas.
Track and return tools and ensure equipment is cleaned after use.
• Help organize parts inventory and assist with sourcing components when needed.
• Work closely with the Maintenance Team, Engineering, and Production teams to prioritize tasks.
• Follow written and verbal instructions for troubleshooting and repairs.
• Communicate clearly and professionally with team members.
• Participate in training on equipment and safety protocols.
• Be open to learning new systems including basic PLC awareness, machine logic, and technical drawings.
• Take on increasing responsibilities over time as knowledge and skillsets grow.

Consistent lifting of up to 70 lbs. – Occasionally
Minimum lifting of 1 lb. – Frequently
Maximum carrying distance of up to 100 ft. – Rarely
Reaching – must be able to reach machines and/or materials up to 6 ft. from the floor – Rarely
Kneeling – Occasionally
Climbing stairs – Frequently
Repetitive motion – right/left hand/wrist – Occasionally
Repetitive motion – right/left foot/ankle – Occasionally
Continuous arm motions – Yes
Must be able to avoid potentially moving objects which could cause injury – Yes
Must be able to grasp and move objects consistently and regularly – Yes
Vision: intricate nature of work requires vision of 20/20 with or without corrective lenses – Yes
Must be able to use gaging equipment and tools – Yes
Must demonstrate ability to work productively and efficiently with others – Yes

• Sign‑On Bonus
• Matching 401K plan annually after 1 year
• 64 Hours personal/sick time (unused time paid out at the end of the year)
• Annual discretionary bonus
• Salary range – $27–$30 per hour based on experience