Industrial Maintenance Technician

Founded in 2008 and headquartered in Philadelphia, PA, PaperWorks Industries is a leading, integrated North American full-service provider of recycled paperboard and specialized folding cartons for packaging applications.

Our purpose is clear. To deliver innovative, value-added packaging solutions to the world while making it a better place for all.

At PaperWorks, we are committed to the highest sustainable forestry and procurement standards. Product certifications include the Forest Stewardship Council and 100% Recycled Paperboard Alliance.

The IndustrialMaintenance Technician performs preventive maintenance, troubleshoots equipment issues, and completes repairs to keep all machinery operating safely and efficiently. The role maintains accurate records, follows Lockout/Tagout procedures, supports facility upkeep, and uses technical prints and precision tools to perform high quality maintenance work.

RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES:

• Perform Preventive Maintenance — Completes all scheduled preventive maintenance tasks to ensure equipment reliability.
• Maintain Accurate Records — Keeps detailed, up‑to‑date documentation of all maintenance work performed.
• Support Operational Readiness — Work required hours to keep equipment operational at all times, including during unexpected breakdowns.
• Maintain Facility & Grounds — Keeps work areas neat, clean, and safe; supports upkeep of the building exterior, property, and periodic snow removal as weather requires.
• Train Department Personnel — Acts as a capable trainer, instructing team members on proper equipment use, care, and maintenance with minimal conflict.
• Manage Inventory — Maintains an inventory of supplies and materials and ensures replacements are requisitioned, including during supervisor absences.
• Read and Interpret Technical Prints — Reads, understands, and uses mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and other technical drawings required for maintenance work.
• Use Precision Measuring Tools — Accurately uses tape measures, calipers, micrometers, scales, gauges, meters, and other measurement devices.
• Operate Maintenance Equipment — Safely operates maintenance machinery such as lathes and drill presses; performs gas welding, brazing, soldering, and electric welding.
• Follow Lockout/Tagout Procedures — Demonstrates full familiarity with LOTO procedures and follows all guidelines without exception.
• Complete Required Documentation — Maintains accurate records, completes all required forms, and uses all applicable gauges and measurement tools correctly.

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); AND two to five years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience, preferably in the folding carton industry.
• Must have manufacturing maintenance experience.
• Must have the ability to read, write, and comprehend documents and verbal instructions in English for Safety, ISO, and work related tasks.  
• Must have the ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. 

This document outlines the minimum requirements of the positions and is not intended to be all-inclusive of duties.

Salary: $25.00/hr. -$38.00/hr.

This range represents the expected base compensation for this role; actual compensation may vary based on factors such as individual performance, skills, and business needs.