Maintenance Mechanic - 2nd Shift

ProAmpac; Battle Creek (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Performance incentives

401(k) match

Health & dental insurance

Paid time off

Career development

Inclusive work environment

Job summary

ProAmpac is seeking a skilled maintenance professional in Battle Creek, MI to uphold daily operations, perform PMs, and drive quality improvements. You will inspect, repair, and fabricate as needed, reading blueprints and using precision tools.

The role requires adhering to MIOSHA and safety guidelines, with emphasis on a clean, safe work area in a food packaging environment. The candidate should be able to lift up to 90 pounds, work in high-noise conditions, and collaborate with shifts across

Qualifications

• Must have a Millwright journeyman’s card or 8,000 hours documented experience.
• Thorough knowledge of machine tool operation (mill, lathe, drill press, grinder).
• Ability to read blueprints and perform PMs, fabricating, welding tasks.
• Proficiency with micrometers, calipers, indicators (inch/metric).
• Ability to lift up to 90 pounds and work in high-noise, solvent-inclusive environments.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance to keep daily operations running efficiently.
• Research and submit orders for parts, equipment, and tools.
• Proactively resolve quality process failures.
• Suggest ideas for continuous improvement across the company.
• Daily shift-to-shift communication in Engineering/Maintenance and Manufacturing.
• Assist in training safe work practices for new employees.
• Follow ProAmpac, MIOSHA, and AIB/Product Safety guidelines.
• Maintain a clean, safe work environment for food packaging.

Skills

Millwright cert/experience

Machine tool operation

Measuring tools

Blueprint reading

Welding (MIG/TIG/Stick)

Physical stamina

Industrial safety

Job description

Essential Duties and Tasks:

• Preform maintenance needs required for daily operations to keep running efficiently.
• Research and submit request orders for parts, equipment, and tools.
• Be proactive in resolving quality process failures.
• Suggest ideas to support continuous improvement in all areas of the company.
• Daily communication from shift to shift in the Engineering/Maintenance Department and with Manufacturing.
• Assist in the training of safe work practices for new employees.
• Abide by rules, regulations and guidelines set by ProAmpac, the State of Michigan (MIOSHA), and follow the AIB/Product Safety Program guidelines.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment suitable for the food packaging industry.

Skills and Abilities

• Machine Repair or Millwright Journeyman’s card or documented experience (8,000 hours).
• Thorough knowledge of machine tool operation, i.e., mill, lathe, drill press, grinder, miscellaneous hand tools.
• Knowledge of measuring tools such as micrometers (inside and outside), dial calipers, different types of indicators, and measuring devices in both inch and metric.
• Ability to read blueprints and perform tasks such as PM’s, pipefitting, fabricating, all types of welding (MIG, TIG, Wire, Stick) and use of oxygen/acetylene torches.
• Physical ability to work from a ladder or platform, life a maximum of 90 pounds, and see clearly at twenty inches or less.
• Ability to work in the following conditions: high noise levels, solvent fumes common in the printing industry, and medium heat.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive and flexible benefits package designed to support your well-being and help you thrive—at work and at home. Our offerings include:

• Competitive compensation with performance-based incentives and retirement savings plans with company match

• Customizable group benefits including health, dental, life, disability, and travel insurance

• Paid time off

• Employee perks such as discounts on insurance, wireless plans, travel, and more

• Career development opportunities

• A dynamic, inclusive work environment where your voice matters and your growth is supported

Equal Opportunity Employer

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