Maintenance Mechanic 1

D; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

401k with company match

Short/Long-Term Disability

Life Insurance

Job summary

D&W Fine Pack in Fort Wayne, IN is seeking a maintenance technician to support plant operations. You will follow safety procedures, perform preventative maintenance, and troubleshoot electrical and mechanical equipment to keep our packaging lines running smoothly.

Ideal candidates read and write in English, have a high school or higher education, and can work with PPE and lockout/tagout practices. This role offers competitive pay and benefits in a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• Read, write and speak English fluently.
• Experience in mechanical or electrical maintenance preferred.
• Able to diagnose and repair equipment and systems.
• Commitment to safety procedures and PPE use.

Responsibilities

• Follow plant safety procedures and guidelines.
• Know emergency procedures for power outages, machine failures and injuries.
• Wear PPE as required and follow Lock-out/Tag-out procedures.
• Identify and report safety issues to supervisor.
• Participate in safety improvement activities and risk identification.
• Use hand and power tools, precision instruments, and testing devices.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance to keep machines and buildings in good condition.
• Repair or replace defective equipment parts and reassemble equipment.
• Diagnose mechanical problems from blueprints and manuals.

Skills

Electrical Skills

English Proficiency

Equipment Maintenance

Troubleshooting

Education

High School or better in General

Job description

Fort Wayne IN
7707 Vicksburg Pike
Fort Wayne, IN 46804, USA

More than a job. Grow, belong, and make a difference.

We offer a competitive salary & comprehensive benefit package which includes:

Pay - $25- $35/hr, based on experience

At D&W Fine Pack, we don’t just make packaging, we build purpose, pride, and strong teams. Whether you’re launching your career or bringing years of experience, this is a place where you can grow, be supported, and make a real impact. Our culture is built on four core valuesthat guide everything we do:

• Dedicated to Excellence– We hold ourselves to high standards in safety, sustainability, quality, and service.
• Winning with Success– We keep improving to deliver more for our customers and community.
• Focused on Service– We listen, act fast, and support both our customers and each other.
• People with Purpose– We work as one team, showing respect, integrity, and care for all.

Benefits That Matter

Taking care of our team is a priority. Our benefits include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• 401k with company match
• Short and Long-Term Disability (STD/LTD)
• Company-paid Life Insurance
• FSA’s for Medical & Dependent Care
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) –counseling, financial tools, legal help & more
• Wellness program
• Cancer Expert Now – access to expert consultations for cancer diagnosis and treatment guidance
• And more!

Responsibilities

• Follows plant safety procedures and guidelines
• Know emergency procedures and what to do in the event of power outages, machine failures, workplace injuries, etc.
• Wears and utilizes personal protective equipment (PPE) as required
• Understand and identifies Lock-out/Tag-out procedures
• Informs supervisor of safety issues; reports any workplace injury or incident immediately
• Actively participates in the D&W safety improvement process/activities, e.g. Hazard Identification, Safety Suggestions, Safety Teams, etc.
• Use tools ranging from common hand and power tools to precision measuring instruments and electrical and electronic testing devices
• Perform routine preventative maintenance to ensure that machines continue to run smoothly, building systems operate efficiently, or the physical condition of buildings does not deteriorate
• Repair or replace defective equipment parts using hand tools and power tools and reassemble equipment
• Diagnose mechanical problems and determine how to correct them, checking blue prints, repair manuals and parts catalogs as necessary
• Order parts, supplies and equipment
• Assemble, install or repair wiring, electrical and electronic components, machinery and equipment
• Assists other workers with specific tasks as requested
• Follow plant quality practices including Good Manufacturing Practices, or GMP’s
• Acts as an informal resource for colleagues with less experience
• Works within defined processes and procedures or methodologies and may help determine the appropriate approach for new assignments
• Prepares technical reports to document equipment modifications and equipment maintenance procedures
• Supports the Plant’s Food Safety initiatives by completing plant required Food Safety training and by implementing / complying with the required practices.

Qualifications

Skills

Required

Electrical Skills

Expert

Must be able to read, write & speak English

Expert

Equipment Maintenance

Expert

Troubleshooting

Expert

Behaviors

Required

Dedicated

: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Motivations

:

Education

Required

High School or better in General.

Experience

Required

How many years of mechanical or electrical experience do you have?

Licenses & Certifications

Equal Opportunity Employer

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