Industrial Maintenance Helper - Williamsport

Packaging Services Industries, Inc.; Williamsport (MD); On-site; USD 27,552 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K plan with employer match

Paid holidays

PTO after 90 days

Job summary

Packaging Services Industries, Inc. in Williamsport, MD is seeking an Industrial Maintenance Helper to assist our maintenance team in installing, maintaining and repairing production equipment.

The role provides a path to advancement to Industrial Maintenance Technician. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, safety mindset, and comfort with reading technical documents; experience with tools and industrial systems is a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; trade certification or manufacturing experience valued.
• Safety first mentality.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude.
• Experience with electrical, mechanical hydraulic or pneumatic systems.
• Experience with hand and power tools.
• Reading technical documents and diagrams.
• Able to stand or walk long durations.
• Team player who follows supervision.
• Dexterity and physical endurance.
• Willing to work shifts and overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist maintenance technicians with installing and repairing production machines.
• Maintain equipment to ensure smooth manufacturing operations.
• Support preventive maintenance activities.
• Opportunity for advancement to Industrial Maintenance Technician.
• Maintain good attendance as part of a team.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Reading diagrams

Hand tools

Power tools

Team player

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Trade certification/related program

Tools

Electrical systems

Hydraulic systems

Pneumatic systems

Job description

Industrial Maintenance Helper

ABOUT US

Packaging Services Industries, Inc., began production in 1976 and represents a family of privately owned businesses located in Maryland (MD) and Pennsylvania (PA). Since our inception, PSI has expanded to three plants, located in the Mid‑Atlantic region and is staffed by over 300 employees. We feel this progress is directly attributed to our philosophy: to tailor our products to meetour customers'needs and to provide exemplary customer service - always with product guarantee!

POSITION SUMMARY

The PSI Group, a leading manufacturer of corrugated boxes, is seeking an Industrial Maintenance Helper to join our Maintenance team at our Williamsport, MD location. Our Industrial Maintenance Helpers are responsible for assisting our Maintenance Technicians with installing, maintaining and repairing production machines and equipment in our manufacturing facility. This position provides an opportunity for internal advancement to the position of Industrial Maintenance Technician. Good attendance is a must!

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• High school diploma or GED. Ideal candidate will possess certification from related trade school or experience working in a manufacturing environment.
• Safety First Mentality.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude.
• Prior experience working with electrical, mechanical hydraulic and/or pneumatic systems in an industrial setting is a plus.
• Experience working with hand and power tools.
• Reading technical documents and diagrams is a must.
• Ability to stand or walk for long durations.
• Ability to operate as part of a team and adhere to supervisory directions.
• Dexterity and physical endurance are important qualities to have.
• Ability to work the following core schedules and overtime as necessary:
  • 1st shift is Monday through Thursday 5:00am to 2:30pm (includes 30 minute unpaid lunch) and Friday 5:00am to 9:00am.
  • 2nd shift - 3:30pm‑1:30am Monday through Thursday.
  • Requires that ability to work overtime as necessary.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and work successfully in a fast paced environment.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.

BENEFITS AND COMPENSATION

PSI offers an excellent benefits package to full‑time employees, including:

• Choice of two medical plans (single and family), dental, vision, company paid life insurance, voluntary short‑term disability, voluntary long‑term disability, voluntary supplemental life insurance, critical illness coverage, voluntary accident insurance. Benefits eligibility is the first of the month after 60 days of employment.
• 401K plan with employer match is available.
• Paid holidays.
• PTO (combination of vacation, sick and personal) granted after 90 days of employment.
• FMLA: Your Employee Rights Under the Family and Medical Leave Act.

Starting pay range is $20.00 to $25.00 with opportunity for overtime dependent upon business needs.

To be successful in this position, you must be willing to make a commitment of time and effort to become part of a team producing quality specialized packaging in a safe, drug free environment. In addition to a competitive pay and benefit package, PSI offers an opportunity for advancement in a rewarding work environment.