Maintenance Mechanic

Plastic Ingenuity; Tooele (UT); Presencial; USD 55.000 - 75.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Plastic Ingenuity in Tooele, UT is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic responsible for repair and preventive maintenance of production equipment, and for keeping our machines running to support manufacturing operations.

The role involves in-house work with some projects contracted out, working with grinders, CNC mills, lathes, and HVAC systems, plus GMP and SQF compliance and inventory upkeep.

Formación

• High school diploma or equivalent required; maintenance apprenticeship desirable.
• 3–5 years of plant and equipment maintenance experience.
• General knowledge of machine shop practices and basic milling/CNC operations.
• Strong electromechanical repair background with GMP/SQF awareness.

Responsabilidades

• Maintain production equipment including grinders, thermolators, tape machines, compressors.
• Operate and service CNC mills, lathes, surface grinders, and related shop equipment.
• Complete HVAC, forklift, and other in-house projects when feasible.
• Keep inventory of repair parts and process procurement for repairs.
• Ensure GMP and SQF practices to maintain product safety.

Conocimientos

Teamwork

Problem Solving

Electromechanical Repair

Maintenance

Educación

High School Diploma or equivalent

Herramientas

CNC Mills

Lathes

HVAC Systems

Descripción del empleo

Company Summary:

Plastic Ingenuity is committed to providing innovative, high-quality packaging for the food, healthcare, and consumer goods industries. At the company's heart are five core values that define who we are and why we have sustained success since 1972. We are friendly and genuine, fostering authentic connections with colleagues and clients alike. Resourcefulness defines our approach, allowing us to turn challenges into opportunities. Collaboration is ingrained in our process, uniting diverse perspectives to identify creative solutions. Total customer focus drives us; we listen intently, respond promptly, and consistently exceed expectations. Lastly, we are dependable doers, letting our actions speak louder than words. These values are the cornerstone of Plastic Ingenuity.

Role Summary:

The maintenance mechanic is responsible for performing a variety of machine repair functions and for planning, completing, and following up on preventive maintenance of physical plant and equipment. They perform emergency repairs as needed. In this position, most mechanical work is completed in-house, while some projects are contracted out. The primary goal of this position is to keep our production machines running.

Personality and Interest Profile:

You may enjoy this role if you:

• Appreciate complex challenges
• Desire to be part of a team in a truly collaborative atmosphere

Accountable for:

• Maintains a variety of production-related equipment such as grinders, thermolators, tape machines, compressors, and other related equipment.
• Operates and maintains a variety of shop equipment such as CNC mills, machining centers, lathes, surface grinders, Mig & Tig wire feed welders, and other related equipment.
• Completes HVAC, forklift, and other related projects where it is practical to complete in-house rather than contracting out.
• Completes basic metal fabrication, guards and guarding, parts –handling components.
• Works closely with contractors and equipment vendors in regard to equipment repair revisions and modifications.
• Follows GMP and SQF practices to ensure product safety.
• Keeps inventory of repair parts and completes purchase orders as needed for repairs and equipment.
• Operates and maintains the chilled water system, compressed air system, and vacuum system.
• Assists in completing building and grounds maintenance.
• Keeps work area and equipment in a safe operating condition and clean and orderly.
• Performs preventive maintenance schedules on equipment, including the machine shop.
• Repairs small equipment and shop equipment as requested
• Assists in the maintenance and rebuilding of CNC mills and related equipment.
• Prepares and/or updates project list to record what needs to be done and what has been completed.
• Perform other duties, projects, and tasks as may be assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• A high school education or equivalent is desired. Additional vocational training in maintenance of production and shop equipment is highly desirable. Completion of all or a portion of a maintenance apprenticeship would be beneficial.

Desired Qualifications:

• Although not required to enter this position, 3-5 years of previous plant and equipment maintenance experience will enable this person to independently complete repairs in an effective and timely fashion. A general knowledge of machine shop practices and basic machine operation (milling machine and CNC) is desirable. A strong background in electromechanical repair is highly desirable.

Plastic Ingenuity is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, as we know that each of our employees helps to make us better. We strongly encourage applicants from all backgrounds and walks of life. Come join us.