Hands-On Maintenance Technician — 1st Shift (Auburn Hills)

Peninsula Plastics Company Inc; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Peninsula Plastics Company Inc. is seeking a Maintenance Technician for 1st shift in Auburn Hills, MI. The role supports production by maintaining and repairing equipment, following preventive schedules, and ensuring smooth day-to-day operation across two nearby plants.

You’ll work with diverse tools, read blueprints, and troubleshoot electrical and mechanical issues. The position requires drive between facilities and a can-do team mindset with safety in focus.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of maintenance/plant operations experience.
• Must own tools and rolling toolbox.
• Must read and understand blueprints.
• Electrical knowledge including HMI/PLC and machine controls.
• Mechanical knowledge.
• Carpentry skills.
• Basic math knowledge.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both written and oral.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Familiarity with plant tools and equipment.
• Strong troubleshooting and critical thinking skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and preventative maintenance on Thermoforming machinery and equipment.
• Inspect and test machinery and equipment to diagnose machine malfunctions.
• Dismantle machine and equipment to remove and replace defective parts.
• Participate in installing new equipment/machinery.
• Perform special projects from time-to-time, as assigned.
• Use of power tools, hand tools, Hi-Lo, and other various equipment.
• Perform duties such as welding, cutting, and electrical repair.
• Work with little supervision.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues in a timely fashion.
• Log and record readings for equipment and procedures.
• Follow safe working practices.

Skills

3+ years maintenance experience

read blueprints

Electrical knowledge (HMI, PLC)

Mechanical knowledge

Carpentry skills

Basic math

Strong communication

Strong organization

Troubleshooting

Team collaboration

Tools

Power tools

Hand tools

Hi-Lo

Job description

Peninsula Plastics Company Inc. is seeking a Maintenance Technician for 1st shift in Auburn Hills, MI. The role supports production by maintaining and repairing equipment, following preventive schedules, and ensuring smooth day-to-day operation across two nearby plants.

You’ll work with diverse tools, read blueprints, and troubleshoot electrical and mechanical issues. The position requires drive between facilities and a can-do team mindset with safety in focus.