Maintenance Technician

Maintenance Technician

This role supports a high-volume manufacturing facility by installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing automation, electrical, and mechanical systems that keep production running safely and efficiently. The Maintenance Technician works on a 12-hour rotating schedule, partners closely with maintenance, engineering, and production teams, and plays a key role in minimizing downtime, improving equipment reliability, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

• Follow all safety guidelines at all times and maintain a safe work environment, promptly reporting any safety concerns or hazards.
• Read and interpret electrical, electronic, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and instrumentation schematics and drawings, and create sketches when needed for clarity.
• Install, maintain, repair, and replace automation systems throughout the production process, ensuring reliable and efficient operation.
• Troubleshoot and repair components such as servos, sensors, control systems, PLC hardware and software, and related automation equipment.
• Set up and troubleshoot in-mold labeling (IML) systems and heat transfer machines to support production requirements.
• Work safely with 480V power systems, following proper procedures and using appropriate tools and protective equipment.
• Diagnose and repair electro-mechanical and instrumentation equipment using meters, gauges, and other appropriate testing tools.
• Apply knowledge of electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems to repair or replace equipment components and assemblies.
• Assemble prototype or experimental circuits based on engineering instructions, technical documentation, and schematics.
• Recommend design or circuitry improvements that simplify installation, operation, and maintenance of equipment and systems.
• Troubleshoot and repair solid-state motor drives, temperature controllers, and computerized control systems.
• Analyze data from diagnostic equipment and system monitoring tools to identify and resolve issues affecting performance and reliability.
• Adjust, calibrate, and align equipment and components, and document performance results for future reference.
• Test newly installed or repaired equipment to verify system performance under real operating conditions.
• Identify and resolve root causes of downtime, scrap, and production inefficiencies by systematically analyzing failures and implementing corrective actions.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives by optimizing plant processes, equipment performance, and maintenance practices.
• Maintain backups of programs from all electrical devices, including PLCs and control systems, to ensure quick recovery in case of failures.
• Complete preventive maintenance (PM) tasks on schedule and maintain accurate documentation of all maintenance activities.
• Track and log equipment usage, maintenance activities, and parts replacement to support planning and reliability analysis.
• Report automation system status, issues, and performance updates to leadership and appropriate stakeholders as needed.
• Assist in developing, reviewing, and updating maintenance procedures, work instructions, and documentation.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors, team leaders, and peers regarding safety, quality, and production concerns.
• Maintain organized and clean work areas in accordance with 5S principles, ensuring tools and materials are properly stored and labeled.
• Prepare work areas prior to maintenance activities and ensure tools and equipment are available, in good condition, and suitable for the task.
• Support and participate in training initiatives, and attend required training sessions to stay current on equipment and safety practices.
• Assist in identifying needs for new or replacement equipment, tools, and spare parts to support reliable operations.
• Collaborate closely with maintenance, engineering, and production teams to troubleshoot and resolve equipment and process issues in a timely manner.

• Minimum of 35 years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing or similar environment.
• At least 2 years of experience in electrical and/or robotic work, including hands-on troubleshooting and repair.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with proven troubleshooting skills across mechanical, electrical, and automation systems.
• Working knowledge of Allen-Bradley and Siemens PLCs, including controls and communication protocols.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and instrumentation schematics,…