Maintenance Technician

Jobtailor; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 27,552 - 41,328; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking a maintenance technician in Akron, OH to troubleshoot and repair complex mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation issues on production equipment. The role requires independent repairs, adherence to GMPs, and a safety-first mindset.

Responsibilities include installing new equipment, maintaining documentation, coordinating with operators, and supporting maintenance activities during operations to ensure safety and quality. Overtime may be required as needed.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED; associates degree or technical training preferred.
• 1-2 years in industrial/manufacturing environment; food industry experience a plus.
• Positive, solution-focused attitude when addressing maintenance issues.
• Knowledge of forklifts and personnel lifts.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals and schematics.
• Proficient with hand tools, power tools, cutting tools, rigging, and diagnostic equipment.
• Understanding of electrical, instrumentation, mechanical systems (pumps, gearboxes, conveyors, etc.).
• Strong problem-solving and team-oriented collaboration.
• Effective communication and basic math; able to use a computer.
• Ability to work overtime as required.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation issues.
• Independently perform repairs and routine maintenance on production equipment.
• Follow GMPs and safety requirements.
• Assist operators with operating duties or manual tasks.
• Maintain documentation of work orders and maintenance activities.
• Assist in installation and setup of new equipment.
• Work with operators to ensure safety and quality during maintenance.

Skills

Forklift operation

Problem solving

Teamwork

Read schematics

Communication skills

Education

High School diploma

Associates degree

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Power tools

Rigging

Job description

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair complex mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation issues
• Independently and safely perform repairs and routine maintenance on production equipment
• Strictly follow all proper maintenance procedures, GMPs, and safety requirements
• Demonstrate a professional and positive attitude in all interactions, setting a standard of reliability and integrity for the team
• Complete assigned WO’s and PM’s by target date and with a high attention to detail
• Assist operators with operational duties or manual labor as needed
• Maintain a high standard for time management and productivity
• Determine parts needed for maintenance work and request the parts through the proper channels
• Clean and maintain plant areas as needed
• Daily maintenance checklist
• Perform handyman type jobs; e.g. plumbing, carpentry, painting, assembly, etc as needed
• Maintain documentation of work orders and maintenance activities
• Assist in monitoring and maintaining inventory of maintenance supplies and parts
• Learn new processes and maintenance activities as new equipment comes online
• Assist in the installation and setup of new equipment
• Work together with operators to ensure a high level of safety and quality while conducting maintenance activities during operations
• Participate in equipment modifications and upgrades as needed
• Attend daily shift change meetings and pass along information in MS Teams updates
• Maintain a high standard for cleanliness and sanitation for personal and company tools, maintenance shop, and inventory areas
• Assist contractors as needed
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED. Associates degree or Technical Trade School training is preferred
• 1-2 years’ experience in an industrial/manufacturing environment. Food related experience is a plus
• Maintains a positive and solution focused attitude when addressing maintenance issues
• Knowledge and understanding of forklifts and personnel lifts
• Ability to make independent decisions concerning the return to service of production equipment
• Proficient in using a variety of hand tools, power tools, cutting tools, rigging, and diagnostic equipment
• Intermediate to advanced understanding of electrical & instrumentation systems, and mechanical systems e.g. pumps, gearboxes, conveyors, mixers, plumbing, hydraulics, and pneumatics
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals and schematics
• Demonstrates strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team-oriented environment
• Ability to effectively communicate, perform basic to intermediate mathematical calculations, follow written and verbal instructions, and use a computer
• Ability to work overtime as required