Forklift Maintenance Technician

WMFHA; Elkton (MD); Presencial; USD 31.000 - 44.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Premium pay

Convenient location near I-95 & I-40

Employee recognition program

Descripción de la vacante

Plastipak Associate seeks a skilled Forklift Maintenance Technician to inspect, maintain, and repair forklifts, MHE, dock doors and related equipment. You will track inventory and order parts as needed, ensuring safe and efficient operations in a Plastipak facility.

Requirements include 3+ years of forklift maintenance, strong hydraulics/pneumatics/electrical knowledge, and the ability to read manuals and schematics. Lifting up to 75 pounds and a Monday–Friday shift are required.

Formación

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent.
• 3+ years' experience maintaining forklifts or material handling equipment.
• Experience maintaining/repairing material handling equipment or heavy machinery.
• Strong hydraulics, pneumatics, electrical and fuel systems knowledge with troubleshooting.
• Ability to read and interpret maintenance manuals, schematics and repair procedures.
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds regularly.

Responsabilidades

• Perform preventative maintenance and inspections on forklifts, material handling equipment, dock doors and related equipment.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose equipment malfunctions and defects, performing necessary repairs.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, inspection reports, work orders and parts usage.
• Conduct safety checks following repairs to verify proper equipment performance.
• Maintain an organized, clean repair area following 6S standards.
• Interface with service providers to obtain quotes for repairs.
• Maintain equipment and parts inventory; submit requisitions per policy for parts and services as needed.
• Follow all safety procedures, LOTO requirements, etc.
• Perform additional maintenance related duties as assigned.

Conocimientos

Forklift maintenance

Troubleshooting

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

Electrical systems

Fuel systems

Manuals & schematics reading

Safety compliance

Lifting 75 lbs

Shift flexibility

Educación

High School Diploma or GED

Descripción del empleo

As a Forklift Maintenance Technician, responsibilities include inspecting, maintaining, repairing forklifts, material handling equipment, dock doors and related equipment, and other facilities maintenance equipment to ensure safe and efficient operations. This position also is responsible for tracking the material handling equipment inventory and purchasing appropriate parts.

We Offer

• Rewards: Receive premium pay for your valued skills!
• Rewards: Be recognized for your expertise & rewarded for your contribution!
• Convenience: We're located right off the 40 and 95 corridor.

You Will

• Perform preventative maintenance and inspections on forklifts, material handling equipment, dock doors and other facilities equipment.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose equipment malfunctions and defects, recommending and performing necessary repairs as recommended.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, inspection reports, work orders and parts usage.
• Conduct operational and safety checks following repairs to verify proper equipment performance.
• Maintain an organized, clean, and safe forklift repair area by performing housekeeping responsibilities and maintaining 6S standards.
• interface with appropriate service providers to ensure timely and accurate quotes repair
• Maintain applicable equipment and parts inventory. Submit requisitions per policy for parts and services as needed.
• Follow all company safety procedures, LOTO requirements, etc.
• Assure compliance with all safety protocols, quality standards, operational practices & procedures
• Perform additional maintenance related duties as assigned.

You Have

• Ability to work Mon-Fri 6:45a-3:30p along with overtime, as needed
• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent
• A minimum of three (3) years of experience maintaining forklifts or other material handling equipment.
• Demonstrated experience in maintaining and/or repairing material handling equipment, industrial equipment or heavy machinery.
• Solid hydraulics, pneumatics, electrical systems and fuel systems knowledge, along with the ability to troubleshoot & problem solve
• Ability to read and interpret equipment maintenance manuals, schematics and repair procedures.
• ability to lift up to 75 pounds regularly

You'll Earn

• $27/hr & up, based on experience

As a Plastipak Associate, you receive a benefits package offering the following:

• Wellness Programs
• Health Insurance Coverage, including Medical, Dental & Vision
• EAP, Employee Assistance Program
• Life Insurance
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
• Disability Insurance: Short-Term & Long-Term
• Accidental Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• 401(k) Plan, with Company Matching Contribution & Profit Sharing feature
• Paid Time Off - 80 hours within 1st year & subsequent increases
• Paid Company Holidays
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Caregiving via Care.com
• Pet Insurance
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Sons and Daughters Scholarship Program
• Travel Assistance
• Employee Discount Programs

*Some benefits are subject to eligibility requirements

Plastipak is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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