Maintenance Mechanic

Green Bay Packaging; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Prescription drug

Wellness programs

Short-Term Disability (STD)

Life Insurance

401(k) Matching

Job summary

Green Bay Packaging is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic to ensure safe, efficient operation of manufacturing equipment and facility systems at the Fort Worth, TX site.

The role emphasizes troubleshooting and preventive maintenance on mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and steam systems, with strong emphasis on safety and teamwork to support plant performance goals.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, technical diploma, or equivalent practical experience required.
• Two (2) or more years of industrial maintenance experience preferred.
• Experience working with manufacturing equipment, mechanical systems, hydraulic systems, pneumatic systems, and steam systems.
• Knowledge of boiler operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting is strongly preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals.
• Proficiency with hand tools, power tools, precision measuring instruments, and diagnostic equipment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to work independently and effectively within a team environment.
• Basic computer proficiency and strong communication skills required.
• Demonstrated commitment to workplace safety, including experience with Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures and other safe work practices.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and related equipment issues on production and converting machinery.
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance to maximize equipment reliability and minimize downtime.
• Inspect, maintain, and repair facility utility systems, including boilers, steam generation equipment, condensate return systems, and steam distribution networks.
• Respond to equipment breakdowns and implement effective repair solutions in a timely manner.
• Interpret blueprints, schematics, manuals, and technical documentation to identify and resolve equipment issues.
• Maintain building systems and support facility improvement projects as needed.
• Adhere to all safety policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements, making safety the highest priority in every task performed.
• Collaborate with production and maintenance teams to support continuous improvement initiatives and plant performance goals.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job description

Reporting to the Fort Worth Division Maintenance Supervisor, the Maintenance Mechanic is responsible for ensuring the safe and efficient operation of manufacturing equipment and facility systems.

Key responsibilities include:

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and related equipment issues on production and converting machinery.
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance to maximize equipment reliability and minimize downtime.
• Inspect, maintain, and repair facility utility systems, including boilers, steam generation equipment, condensate return systems, and steam distribution networks.
• Respond to equipment breakdowns and implement effective repair solutions in a timely manner.
• Interpret blueprints, schematics, manuals, and technical documentation to identify and resolve equipment issues.
• Maintain building systems and support facility improvement projects as needed.
• Adhere to all safety policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements, making safety the highest priority in every task performed.
• Collaborate with production and maintenance teams to support continuous improvement initiatives and plant performance goals.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, technical diploma, or equivalent practical experience required.
• Two (2) or more years of industrial maintenance experience preferred.
• Experience working with manufacturing equipment, mechanical systems, hydraulic systems, pneumatic systems, and steam systems.
• Knowledge of boiler operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting is strongly preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals.
• Proficiency with hand tools, power tools, precision measuring instruments, and diagnostic equipment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to work independently and effectively within a team environment.
• Basic computer proficiency and strong communication skills required.
• Demonstrated commitment to workplace safety, including experience with Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures and other safe work practices.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, squat, kneel, reach, and perform repetitive physical tasks throughout the workday.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted.
• Ability to work safely in a fast-paced industrial manufacturing environment.

In addition to a competitive wage, the selected candidate will enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, wellness programs, STD, life insurance, and company matching 401(k). Green Bay Packaging benefits may vary by position or division.

Started in 1933, Green Bay Packaging Inc. is a family-owned, vertically integrated company consisting of corrugated container plants, a folding carton facility, recycled and virgin containerboard mills, pressure-sensitive label roll stock plants, timberlands, a paper slitting operation, and a sawmill facility. Headquartered in Green Bay, Wis., Green Bay Packaging Inc. employs over 4,600 team members and operates 40 facilities in 16 states, each with a dedication to innovative development of its products and forestry resources, with a focus on safety, sustainability, quality, and continuous improvement. For more information about Green Bay Packaging Inc., visit gbp.com.

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