Electro-Mechanical Maintenance Technician

ProAmpac Holdings, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 54,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & dental benefits

Paid time off

Career development opportunities

Retirement savings plan

Job summary

ProAmpac Holdings, Inc. is seeking a full-time Electro-Mechanical Maintenance Technician in New York to perform repairs and preventive maintenance on equipment used in flexible packaging production. You will diagnose problems, interpret manuals, and work with hydraulics, pneumatics, and PLC systems to minimize downtime.

The role requires mechanical and electrical knowledge, safety compliance, and the ability to coordinate with skilled trades. Competitive compensation and benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
• Technical or vocational training in mechanical and electrical disciplines.
• Experience with flexible packaging or printing/converting equipment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform repairs and preventative maintenance on equipment and facility.
• Diagnose problems by analyzing test results, machine errors, and operator observations.
• Interpret blueprints and manufacturer manuals for equipment operation.
• Repair hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical systems and drives; manage power distribution.
• Ensure parts and tools are stocked and maintenance logs are kept up to date.
• Coordinate with machinists, welders and other trades to minimize downtime.

Skills

Leadership

Effective communicator

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Technical/vocational/military training in mechanical, electrical

Tools

Flexible packaging equipment

Printing/Converting equipment

Job description

Description

About Us

ProAmpac is a global leader in flexible packaging – known for our innovation, customer service, and commitment to quality. We serve a wide range of industries with creative, sustainable solutions. Our five core values drive everything we do: Integrity

• Intensity
• Innovation
• Involvement
• Impact

We are looking for a full-time, proactive Electro-Mechanical Maintenance Technician. The Electro-Mechanical Maintenance Technician performs repairs and preventative maintenance to equipment and facility. Utilizes both mechanical and electrical knowledge to service printing, laminating, slitting, bag converting, and facility support equipment used in the manufacture of Flexible Packaging.

Compensation for this role is $30.70 per hour.

What You’ll Do:

• Support and contribute to a healthy and safe work environment following all workplace regulations, policies, and initiatives, including reporting all first aid injuries, accidents, and workplace hazards.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable PPE and Food Safety policies and procedures, wear steel tipped shoes, hearing protection, safety glasses, hairnets, beard nets, etc.
• Adhere to all lock out tag out procedures.
• Work areas are clean and organized for safety and optimal efficiency.
• Analyze test results, machine error messages, and operator observations to diagnose equipment problems.
• Interpret blueprints and manufacturer manuals in the efficient operation of machinery.
• Repair and perform predictive and preventive equipment maintenance demonstrating both mechanical and electrical knowledge related to hydraulic, pneumatic, schematics, control systems, general electric equipment, power distribution, power supply, drives, ac/dc motors, computer & PLC hardware.
• Examine parts for defects, breakage or excessive wear and determine whether replacements can be ordered, fabricated, or assembled.
• Ensure parts, supplies, and tools are requisitioned, inventoried, and available as necessary.
• Perform necessary record keeping and maintenance logs of equipment.
• Coordinate projects and responsibilities with skilled trades (machinist, welder, etc.) to minimize downtime of equipment.
• Manage Universal Waste; used oil and filters in designated containers and properly labeled.
• Demonstrate to and train machine operators on proper equipment functions and features.
• Participate in Continuous Improvement projects and provide suggestions to improve processes.
• Work in an around energized equipment, confined spaces, and at heights.
• Attend and participate in all appropriate meetings.
• Perform other duties/tasks as assigned by your supervisor or a member of the management team.

What You Bring:

Education & Experience:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Technical/vocational/military training in mechanical, electrical,

Technical Skills:

• Experience in Flexible packaging and/or printing, converting equipment a plus.

Soft Skills:

• Strong leadership and ability to execute change.
• Effective communicator with clear, consistent messaging both verbally and in writing.
• Motivated and self-directed.
• Experience with computer-based applications
• Customer oriented.
• Motivated and collaborative within a team environment.
• Must be able to problem solve and communicate/coach effectively.
• Good work ethic, attendance, and punctuality.
• Must be flexible for overtime and shift assignment (off-shift, 24/7)

What We Offer:

• Competitive compensation with performance-based incentives and retirement savings plans with company match
• Customizable group benefits including health, dental, life, disability, and travel insurance
• Paid time off
• Career development opportunities
• A dynamic, inclusive work environment where your voice matters and your growth is supported

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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Job Category: Maintenance Full-Time