Maintenance Mechanic Electrician - 2nd shift

Green Bay Packaging Inc.; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 37,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Wellness programs

Company 401(k) and pension

Job summary

Green Bay Packaging Inc. in Kalamazoo, MI is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic Electrician on-site. The role covers installation, repair, and preventive maintenance of electrical systems in industrial machinery, with emphasis on safety and teamwork across shifts.

The candidate will troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic issues, reading blueprints, and using diagnostic tools. On-site work with a comprehensive benefits package and competitive hourly wage.

Qualifications

• Two+ years electrical experience in a manufacturing setting is required.
• Technical diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to read blueprints and/or schematics; use hand/power tools.
• Knowledge of safety practices including Lock out/Tag out.

Responsibilities

• Install and repair electrical systems and components on industrial machinery.
• Troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic problems on production equipment and implement repairs.
• Collaborate with maintenance team to keep machines running for each shift.

Skills

Electrical experience

Blueprints & schematics

Hand tools

Power tools

Diagnostic test equipment

Safety procedures (LOTO)

Education

Technical diploma or equivalent

Job description

Maintenance Mechanic Electrician - 2nd shift

• Posted on September 29, 2026

Locations

Showing 1 location

Kalamazoo Division
Kalamazoo, MI 49048, USA

• On-site
• Travel Required : Yes
• Rate : $32.03 USD per hour
• Maintenance
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: MAINT002985

Description

Position Overview

The maintenance department works closely with production managers to ensure machines are operating effectively, following predictive and preventive maintenance procedures, as well as doing on-the-spot repairs and participating in large projects like machine installation. The maintenance team is also responsible for general facilities, maintenance and repair.

Maintenance Electrician 3rd Shift

• Installs and repairs electrical systems and electrical/electronic components of industrial machinery and equipment; other duties as required.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose causes of electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and/or hydraulic system problems on production equipment and implement the most feasible method of repair.
• Will work closely with the maintenance team and/or facilities manager to ensure machines are in working order for each shift.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot and diagnose causes of electrical, mechanical, pneumatic or hydraulic system problems on production equipment and executing the most feasible method of repair. Installs and repairs electrical systems and electrical/electronic components of industrial machinery and equipment; other duties as required.

Qualifications

Two (2) or more years of Electrical experience in a Manufacturing setting is required;technical diploma or equivalent practical experience preferred.

• Requires knowledge of setup, standard operating procedures and required maintenance for a variety of machinery and equipment.
• Must be able to read blueprints and/or schematics.
• Requires working knowledge of hand tools, power tools, precision measuring instruments, and diagnostic test equipment.
• Requires ability to use machine/equipment manuals and reference books and to work independently and as a team.
• Focus on Safety and familiarity with safe work practices, including but not limited to Lock out/Tag out and Alternate Protective Measures.
• Physical aspects of job include standing, bending, squatting, leaning, kneeling, sitting. Ability to lift 50 pounds unassisted.

Wages start at $32.03 /hour, salary to commensurate with experience

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

Company Overview

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.

Travel Required

Yes . Very little travel is expected, some for training purposes.

Behaviors

Required

Detail Oriented : Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Motivations

Required

Self-Starter : Inspired to perform without outside help

Equal Opportunity Employer
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