Maintenance Lead Technician (Nights)

Petoskey Plastics; Morristown (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision

PTO after two weeks

401k with company contribution

Profit Sharing

Birthday Pay

Tuition Reimbursement

Wellness Reimbursement

Life Insurance

Disability (short/long-term)

Safety shoe & glasses reimbursement

Call-in Bonus

Overtime coverage

Job summary

Petoskey Plastics seeks a skilled maintenance professional for the Morristown facility. The role supports night shifts, supervises the maintenance team, and ensures reliable operation of electrical and mechanical systems.

You will troubleshoot complex problems, read drawings, and implement preventive maintenance while upholding safety standards and quality expectations. A two-year technical degree and 3+ years of experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Two-year technical degree required for the role.
• Minimum 3 years of industrial equipment maintenance experience.
• Strong ability to read blueprints and wiring diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Lead maintenance team, organize assignments and projects.
• Improve PMs and promote safety across the team.
• Diagnose and repair electrical/mechanical issues and restore capability.

Skills

Team leadership

Effective communication

Safety compliance

Troubleshooting

Electrical systems knowledge

Education

Two-year technical degree

Tools

Epicor maintenance software

PLC programming tools

Electrical diagnostics equipment

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Morristown Plant - Morristown, TN 37814

Position Type: Full Time

Job Shift: Night

Petoskey Plasticsaspirestostand out as an industry leader in sustainability, using advanced recycling technology to manufacture high-quality films, bags, and resins from post-consumer materials. Our commitment to eco-friendly innovation sets us apart, as we strive to earn the appreciation and respect of our customers, associates, and communities. If you are seeking a family-oriented company that values career growth and provides robust paid training, explore the comprehensive benefits listed below to see how Petoskey Plastics can support your professional journey.

• Medical, Prescription, Dental, and Vision benefits - valued at $4/hrover your base pay!
• PTO - startaccruingjust two weeks after your start date
• Earn a $500 bonus formaintaininga full-time status for the first90 daysof employment with good attendance.
• Petoskey Plastics pays 3% of your annual earnings into your 401k regardless of your contribution!
• Profit Sharing
• Birthday Pay
• Call-in Bonus
• Safety Shoe and Safety Glasses Reimbursement
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Wellness Reimbursement(up to $400 annually)
• Life Insurance
• Short- and Long-TermDisability

QualificationsResponsibilities

• Demonstrate effective communication skills, acting as the liaison between the Maintenance Manager and the Maintenance Team
• Organize and lead team members on assignments and projects
• Effectively manage time and deadlines
• Promote continuous improvement by facilitating training, improving PMs, etc.
• Demonstrate exceptional attention to safety, and lead by example when setting standards for the Maintenance Team
• Set the standard for professionalism, cleanliness, attitude, work ethic and respect for fellow associates
• Possess an advanced understanding of electrical systems, PID controls, IO readings, PLCs, DC motors and drives, AC motors and drives, hydraulics and pneumatics
• Restore machinery to a condition better than its original state
• Help ensure that drawings, programs and manuals are accurate, available and up to date
• Demonstrate superior troubleshooting skills and devise permanent solutions to mechanical issues
• Have the ability to use mathematical formulas to solve mechanical problems
• Handle equipment and tools properly and with care
• Possess the ability to read, create and update mechanical drawings
• Excellent follow up skills and attention to detail
• Be willing to work overtime, cover shifts and respond to call-ins, as needed
• Perform additional duties as assigned by management

Education

Two-year technical degree

Experience

Minimum 3years industrial equipment maintenance experience in manufacturing

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Epicor or other maintenance specific software databases
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Organization and documentation skills
• PLC programming and troubleshooting experience
• Troubleshoot AC and DC drives down to the board level
• Ability to work in and lead teams
• Proficient knowledge in mechanical, electrical, blueprint reading, hydraulic, pneumatics, arc welding, gas welding and cutting
• Commitment to safety and quality
• Self-directed with good time management skills
• Forklift certification

Essential Functions

• Regular and Reliable Attendance
• Reading
• Writing
• Visual Acuity
• Ascend/Descend Stairways and Platforms with Heights of up to 50+ feet
• Standing for 12 hours
• Walking
• Bending
• Twisting
• Reaching
• Pushing
• Pulling
• Lifting/Carrying up to 30 pounds (higher weights require a two-person lift)
• Concentration