Maintenance Technician – Thermoforming Manufacturing 1st shift

Responsibilities:

• Perform maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of thermoforming machinery, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, vacuum pumps, chillers, compressors, and other production or facility equipment.
• Conduct preventive and predictive maintenance in accordance with established schedules.
• Assist in the installation, setup, and startup of new machinery, tooling, and support equipment.
• Diagnose and resolve mechanical, electrical, and control system issues to minimize downtime.
• Read and interpret mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic schematics.
• Maintain maintenance records, PM logs, and spare parts inventory.
• Collaborate with production personnel to ensure proper equipment performance.
• Adhere to all safety and lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures and maintain a clean, organized work area.
• Support continuous improvement efforts and cross-train within the maintenance department.

Desired Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED required; technical degree or certification in Industrial Maintenance, Electrical, or Mechanical field preferred.
• 3–5 years of industrial or manufacturing maintenance experience (thermoforming or plastics industry experience strongly preferred).
• Working knowledge of:
• • PLC controls and HMI systems (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or similar)
  • Hydraulic, pneumatic, and vacuum systems
  • AC/DC motors, drives, and electrical circuits
  • Chillers, HVAC, and process cooling systems
• Basic welding, fabrication, and machining skills.
• Ability to read blueprints and technical diagrams.
• Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and time-management skills.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs and work in manufacturing conditions.
• Computer literacy for maintenance logs and machine interface systems.

Equipment Use:

• Power tools, hand tools, testing equipment, forklifts, and scissor lifts (must be certifiable).

Working Conditions:

• Manufacturing environment with exposure to:
• • Extreme temperatures (heat/cold)
  • High noise levels
  • Moving mechanical parts
• Requires standing, bending, and climbing for extended periods.
• Must follow all safety policies and wear required PPE.