Maintenance Tech (Nights)

M & M Industries, Inc.; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Paid vacation and DTO

401(k) with company match

Educational reimbursement

Job summary

M&M Industries, Inc. is a U.S.-based manufacturer of plastic pails and packaging solutions in Chattanooga, TN. The Maintenance Technician II role inspects, maintains, and repairs plastic injection molding machines and related equipment while upholding safety and quality standards.

The 3rd shift (10:30PM-7:00AM) focuses on proactive maintenance, troubleshooting, and documentation. 3+ years' industrial maintenance experience and a high school diploma are required; GMP/food safety familiarity

Qualifications

• Experience with IML setup and troubleshooting is required.
• Basic knowledge of heat transfer machine setup and troubleshooting.
• Familiarity with electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.

Responsibilities

• Follow all safety policies to maintain a safe work environment.
• Log maintenance, parts replacement, and equipment usage for traceability.
• Diagnose and repair electro-mechanical equipment using testing tools.
• Apply knowledge of multiple systems to install, repair, and replace equipment.
• Identify root causes of downtime and poor production performance.
• Recommend improvements to maintenance procedures and validate effectiveness.
• Prepare work areas and ensure tools are ready and functional.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues and perform preventive maintenance.
• Communicate safety, quality, and production concerns to leadership.
• Perform daily preventive maintenance on production equipment.
• Maintain 5S and organized work areas.
• Identify equipment in need of replacement and notify supervisor.
• Collaborate with teammates to support a positive team environment.

Skills

IML setup

Heat transfer setup

Electrical systems

Mechanical systems

Hydraulic systems

Pneumatic systems

GMP/PRP/HACCP knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Chattanooga - 316 Corporate, 316 Corporate Place, Chattanooga, Tennessee, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Wednesday, June 3, 2026 at 4:00 AM

M&M Industries is a U.S.-based manufacturer of plastic pails and packaging solutions. We operate highly automated manufacturing facilities where equipment reliability, safety, and preventive maintenance are critical to meeting production and quality expectations.

The Maintenance Technician II is responsible for inspecting, maintaining, and repairing plastic injection molding machines, associated equipment, and facility infrastructure. This role ensures that all equipment, safety, and facility standards remain in technical compliance while supporting efficient and reliable production operations.

Schedule: 3rd Shift, 10:30PM-7:00AM

Key Responsibilities

• Follow all safety policies and procedures to ensure a safe work environment
• Log equipment usage, parts replacement, and scheduled maintenance to ensure maximum functionality
• Diagnose, analyze, and repair electro-mechanical and instrumentation equipment using meters, gauges, and other testing methods
• Apply knowledge of electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems to install, repair, and replace defective equipment
• Identify root causes of downtime, poor production performance, non-conforming product, and scrap
• Recommend changes to standard maintenance procedures by validating applicability and effectiveness
• Prepare work areas to ensure required tools are available and in proper working condition
• Troubleshoot and resolve equipment issues while demonstrating proactive maintenance behaviors and best practices
• Perform required preventive maintenance assignments and complete documentation in a timely manner
• Communicate safety, quality, and production concerns to team leaders and supervisors
• Perform daily preventive maintenance on production equipment
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment in accordance with 5S principles
• Identify equipment requiring replacement and notify the supervisor
• Work collaboratively with other team members to support a positive team environment

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to perform IML setup and troubleshooting
• Basic knowledge of heat transfer machine setup and troubleshooting
• Understanding of machines and tools, including their use, repair, and maintenance
• Understanding of electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems
• Working knowledge of food safety, GMP, PRP, HACCP, and food contact material requirements (in applicable facilities)

Education

High School Diploma or GED required

Experience

• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in industrial maintenance required
• Less than one (1) year of experience related to plastics setup preferred

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry 25–50 pounds frequently
• Ability to assist with lifting more than 50 pounds occasionally
• Ability to perform work involving bending, stooping, stretching, and climbing ladders
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment that may include hot or cold conditions
• Ability to wear required PPE at all times (safety glasses, hearing protection, etc.)

What We Offer

M&M Industries offers a competitive benefits package designed to support our employees and reward the work that drives our success. Full-time employees may elect medical, dental and vision coverage effective on their first day of employment. We also offer paid vacation and discretionary time off (DTO), with the amount and timing based on position and tenure; paid company holidays after 90 days; and a 401(k) with company match beginning on the first day of the month following 90 days of employment. Educational reimbursement is available after one year of employment. Eligible employees may also participate in quarterly profit sharing when company performance thresholds are met. Hourly employees who work on a recognized holiday receive time-and-a-half for all hours worked. Benefits and eligibility are subject to applicable plan documents and company policies.

Chattanooga - 316 Corporate, 316 Corporate Place, Chattanooga, Tennessee, United States of America