Electrical Maintenance Technician

ALPLA Group; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Wellness Care Program

Child Care Benefits

Dependent Care Cost Savings Program

401K Retirement Plan and matching

Education assistance/tuition

Job summary

ALPLA Group is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to install, maintain, and optimize packaging equipment at our Salt Lake City site. You will participate in predictive maintenance, diagnose issues, and collaborate with facilities teams to ensure a safe, efficient production environment.

The role requires a high school diploma and a 2-year technical degree or equivalent experience. Knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, and safety practices is preferred, with strong problem-solving and

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• 2-year technical degree or equivalent experience preferred.
• Industrial maintenance safety knowledge required.
• Basic mechanical understanding and repair capability expected.
• Knowledge of hydraulics and pneumatics recommended.
• Occupational math skills for measurements essential.
• Problem-solving and teamwork abilities required.

Responsibilities

• Equipment installation and preventative maintenance: set up ALPLA equipment and perform routine maintenance.
• Predicitive maintenance: use condition monitoring and diagnostics to prevent downtime.
• Troubleshooting and repairs: diagnose issues and restore equipment promptly.
• Facility maintenance support: assist in general upkeep and safety.
• Performance metrics: track repair timeliness and data input accuracy.

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

2-year technical degree

Job description

Join ALPLA, a global leader in sustainable packaging solutions serving some of the world's most recognized brands, including P&G, Unilever, L'Oréal, PepsiCo, and many more.

As a family-owned company with locations around the world, ALPLA offers stable careers, hands-on training, competitive benefits, and opportunities for growth. Whether you're an experienced manufacturing professional or looking to start a new career, we provide the support and development you need to succeed.

At ALPLA, we invest in our people, promote from within, and foster a culture focused on safety, teamwork, innovation, and continuous improvement. From apprenticeship programs and technical training to leadership development opportunities, ALPLA is committed to helping employees build long-term careers.

What You Can Expect from ALPLA

• Health and Wellness Care Program- Benefits
• Child Care Benefits
• Dependent Care Cost Savings Program
• Recognition programs; Promotional opportunities
• 401K Retirement Plan and excellent Matching Plan
• Education assistance program/tuition reimbursement
• Short term, long term and life insurance paid by ALPLA
• Paid vacation; paid holidays

Ready to Build Your Future?

Join a team where your contributions matter, your development is supported, and your career can grow with a global industry leader.

What Will You Enjoy Doing

Main Responsibilities

Equipment installation and preventative maintenance:

• Set up proprietary ALPLA equipment
• Conduct regular preventive maintenance tasks on machinery to ensure optimal functionality and prolong equipment lifespan.
• Perform adjustments to machinery as needed to enhance performance and accommodate specific production requirements.

Performs predictive maintenance:

• Utilize predictive maintenance methodologies, such as condition monitoring and diagnostic tools, to identify potential issues before they lead to downtime or production disruptions.
• Employ specialized technical knowledge to perform predictive maintenance tasks, including assessing equipment health.

Troubleshooting and repairs:

• Diagnose technical problems and malfunctions in molding machines using a systematic approach to identify root causes accurately.
• Collaborate with technical experts and utilize troubleshooting techniques toaddress routine issues effectively and efficiently.
• Execute repairs on molding machines, both independently and with technical guidance, restoring equipment functionality promptly to minimize production interruptions.

Facility Maintenance Support

• Contribute to general facility maintenance tasks beyond equipment-specific responsibilities.
• Assist in maintaining a safe and organized working environment by addressing facility-related issues and supporting maintenance efforts in shared spaces.
• Collaborate with the facilities team to ensure a well-maintained and conducive production environment for seamless operations.

Performance Metrics:

• Timely repair of equipment
• Maximize MP2 data input to ensure 80% labor hours recorded
• Must participate and complete the first half of the first segment of ALPLA’s sponsored Amatrol Online Skills Training
• Metrixs to be reviewed Monthly using MP2,UKGpro and Power BI reports

Qualifications and Requirements

• Min High School Diploma or equivalent required
• 2-year technical degree or equivalent experience at ALPLA or similar industry preferred
• Knowledge of Industrial Maintenance Safety
• Basic mechanical understanding and repair capability
• Basic understanding of hydraulics and pneumatics
• Knowledge of occupational math skills for measurements and calculations
• Problem-solving and team collaboration capabilities

Physical Demands

• The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, use hands to finger, handle or feel.
• The employee is frequently required to stoop, kneel, crouch, and talk and hear.
• The employee is occasionally required to sit.
• The employee must regularly lift and/ or move up to 10 lbs, frequently lift and/or move up to 30 lbs and occasionally lift and/or move more than 50 lbs.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

It is required to act in a safe and environmentally responsible manner at all times by adhering to all ALPLA policies and procedures and Safety Standards (OSHA). #maintenance #SLC

ALPLA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind: ALPLA is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at ALPLA are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. ALPLA will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

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