Maintenance Projects Technician - Fabricator

Plastic Recycling; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Plastic Recycling Inc. in Indianapolis seeks an experienced Industrial Maintenance Technician to repair production equipment and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and software issues.

The role emphasizes safety, documentation, and teamwork in a family-owned environment dating back to 1988. You will work across fabrication and welding, operate heavy equipment, and support project execution across PRI locations as needed, with a strong emphasis on reliability, quality, and environmental

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of fabrication and industrial maintenance experience, or 1 year with a technical degree/certificate.
• Ability to use illustrated parts breakdown and operation manuals to repair and modify equipment.

Responsibilities

• Repair general service production equipment
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and software issues, ordering parts as needed
• Document repair reports and activities in the work order system
• Assist with project details and setup for production after completion
• Collaborate with management and other teams to ensure safety and timely completion
• Travel to PRI locations locally or out of state as needed
• Rigging/heavy equipment handling and safe lifting
• Maintain shop cleanliness and reliability

Skills

Fabrication

Welding

Mechanical

Electrical

Software Troubleshooting

Documentation

Education

Technical degree or certificate

Tools

Limble CMMS

Job description

Full-time

Description

CULTURE

At Plastic Recycling Inc., we are a family-owned company with a long history of success in the plastic recycling industry. Since 1988, we’ve intentionally created a family-oriented environment and a culture that fosters entrepreneurship, continual improvement, premier customer service, and shared ownership at all levels. We value passionate people who are committed to a vision where Plastic Recycling Inc is the leading resin recycler AND provides a positive environmental impact for future generations.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITES

• Repair general service production equipment
• Troubleshoot and diagnose mechanical / electrical and software failure/issues. Including researching and ordering necessary parts
• Document detailed project / repair reports and records activities in the work order system (Limble CMMS knowledge a plus)
• Collect and assist with documentation of project details, as directed by management, and for preparing and setting up for production after project completion
• Strong background in fabrication (Welding), mechanical, electrical, software, and design
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Ability to plan and prioritize tasks in the order of urgency and ensure they are completed on time
• Strong communication skills. Able to report issues and solutions clearly to project manager, and team members
• Strong collaboration skills. Must be comfortable working in a team environment, that includes management, other department personnel and contractors involved in the projects
• Strong safety awareness. Knowledge of industry standards, safety regulations, and compliance requirements for the project’s success Responsible for safety as it pertains to daily tasks; PPE, GMPs, etc
• Able to travel to other PRI locations locally as well as out of state should the need arise
• Experienced in moving large machines. (Heavy equipment operation, Rigging)
• Must possess strong work ethic, reliability and shop cleanliness practices
• Perform all other duties as assigned

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• Minimum of 3-5 years’ experience in fabrication and industrial maintenance or equivalent field, or minimum of 1 year of related experience with technical degree or certificate
• Ability to utilize illustrated parts breakdown manuals and operation manuals in the repair, modification and maintenance of equipment

Preferred Skills

• Pipe welding (small percentage of working time required)
• Ability to follow written and oral instruction
• Ability to analyze and correct mechanical and electrical issues associated with production equipment, and newly installed project equipment
• Ability to MIG/TIG/Stick weld (Certification a plus)
• Ability to utilize precision measurement equipment
• Ability to troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair electrical, mechanical, and software failures/issues
• Ability to lift sixty pounds
• Ability to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time
• Ability to work in varying temperatures, humidity, moisture and dirty environments
• Electrical experience with drives and PLCs (a plus)

Practical Test (Required)

• Weld test consisting of 6G open route carbon steel 2" TIG
• Thin gage stainless vertical and horizontal sheet metal
• Metal cutting and grinding