3rd-Shift Plastics Maintenance Tech: PLC & Extrusion

King Plastic Corporation; North Port (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

King Plastic Corporation is seeking a Maintenance Technician to join our team in North Port, Florida. This role involves diagnosing mechanical and electrical issues in manufacturing equipment and performing preventive maintenance to ensure optimal production efficiency.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3 years of experience in a plastics manufacturing environment and strong knowledge of extrusion and molding systems. We're looking for someone with a proactive attitude towards safety and maintenance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in maintenance or repair within a plastics manufacturing or similar industrial environment.
• Strong working knowledge of extrusion, molding, and/or thermoforming equipment preferred.
• Ability to interpret equipment manuals, blueprints, and electrical schematics.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic issues.
• Perform routine inspections, preventive maintenance, and repairs on manufacturing equipment.
• Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns and production emergencies.

Skills

Troubleshooting electrical systems

Preventive maintenance

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Tools

Computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS)

Predictive maintenance tools

Job description

• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic issues to restore production equipment to proper working condition.
• Perform routine inspections, preventive maintenance, and repairs on plastics manufacturing equipment and systems, including extruders, conveyors, chillers, heaters, pumps, motors, and other mechanical/electrical components.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic issues to restore production equipment to proper working condition.
• Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns and production emergencies to minimize downtime and maintain schedule compliance.
• Conduct root cause analysis on recurring failures and implement effective corrective and preventive actions.
• Assist in the installation, calibration, and setup of new manufacturing machinery and supporting systems, ensuring proper operation and integration with existing equipment.
• Support commissioning activities for new systems, including testing, performance verification, and process optimization.
• Execute preventive maintenance programs to proactively identify and address equipment wear or potential issues before failure.
• Utilize predictive maintenance tools such as vibration analysis, thermal imaging, and oil sampling to monitor and maintain equipment health.
• Maintain detailed maintenance logs and records, including work performed, parts used, and labor hours.
• Prepare maintenance and performance reports with recommendations for improving reliability and reducing downtime.
• Adhere to all company safety policies, lockout/tagout procedures, and regulatory requirements to ensure a safe working environment.
• Keep maintenance and production areas clean, organized, and free of hazards.
• Collaborate with production, quality, and engineering teams to address technical issues and improve overall process efficiency.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement in maintenance methods, spare parts usage, and equipment reliability.
• Participate in cross-functional improvement initiatives to enhance production uptime and product consistency.
• Work as a team with other maintenance personnel to coordinate repairs, share technical knowledge, and support company goals.
• Report to work on time and maintain consistent attendance as scheduled.
  
  

Description

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Hours: 12 shifts 2-2-3 schedule-6:45pm-7:00am
• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic issues to restore production equipment to proper working condition.
• Perform routine inspections, preventive maintenance, and repairs on plastics manufacturing equipment and systems, including extruders, conveyors, chillers, heaters, pumps, motors, and other mechanical/electrical components.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic issues to restore production equipment to proper working condition.
• Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns and production emergencies to minimize downtime and maintain schedule compliance.
• Conduct root cause analysis on recurring failures and implement effective corrective and preventive actions.
• Assist in the installation, calibration, and setup of new manufacturing machinery and supporting systems, ensuring proper operation and integration with existing equipment.
• Support commissioning activities for new systems, including testing, performance verification, and process optimization.
• Execute preventive maintenance programs to proactively identify and address equipment wear or potential issues before failure.
• Utilize predictive maintenance tools such as vibration analysis, thermal imaging, and oil sampling to monitor and maintain equipment health.
• Maintain detailed maintenance logs and records, including work performed, parts used, and labor hours.
• Prepare maintenance and performance reports with recommendations for improving reliability and reducing downtime.
• Adhere to all company safety policies, lockout/tagout procedures, and regulatory requirements to ensure a safe working environment.
• Keep maintenance and production areas clean, organized, and free of hazards.
• Collaborate with production, quality, and engineering teams to address technical issues and improve overall process efficiency.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement in maintenance methods, spare parts usage, and equipment reliability.
• Participate in cross-functional improvement initiatives to enhance production uptime and product consistency.
• Work as a team with other maintenance personnel to coordinate repairs, share technical knowledge, and support company goals.
• Report to work on time and maintain consistent attendance as scheduled.
  
  

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of experience in maintenance or repair within a plastics manufacturing or similar industrial environment.
• Strong working knowledge of extrusion, molding, and/or thermoforming equipment preferred.
• Proficient in troubleshooting electrical systems, PLC-controlled machinery, and mechanical drives.
• Familiarity with hydraulic, pneumatic, and cooling systems used in plastics production.
• Ability to interpret equipment manuals, blueprints, and electrical schematics.
• Experience using computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills with a proactive, safety-first mindset.
• Willingness to work overtime or weekends as required to support production needs.