Maintenance Technician

FG Clean Wipes; Chicopee (MA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

FG Clean Wipes is seeking a Maintenance Technician in Chicopee, MA to maintain production equipment and building systems. The role requires proven experience in injection molding setup and a strong mechanical aptitude.

You will respond to breakdowns, set up new jobs, and implement preventive maintenance while coordinating with engineering and quality teams. Candidate must have a high school diploma or GED and at least 5 years in injection molding, with forklift operation and proficiency in hand

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; 5+ years in injection molding setup/processing.
• Ability to operate forklift.
• Proficiency with hand tools and light machining.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Willingness to continuously grow skills and knowledge.
• Clear written and oral communication in English.

Responsibilities

• Respond quickly to equipment breakdowns to minimize downtime and bring equipment back online or swap a spare machine.
• Set up new jobs promptly to minimize downtime.
• Proactively maintain all equipment via a preventive maintenance program.
• Maintain Daily Maintenance log and Preventive Maintenance databases.
• Keep spare parts area clean and records up to date.
• Conduct and document inspections of emergency lighting, extinguishers and doors.
• Leave worksites clean and organized after work is completed.
• Suggest process or equipment improvements with cross-functional teams for approvals.
• Communicate with suppliers and contractors as assigned.
• Communicate via email with attachments in WORD and EXCEL.
• Manage priorities effectively.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

English proficiency

Time pressure

Planning & organizing

Education

High school diploma or GED

5+ years injection molding setup/processing

Tools

Forklift operation

Hand tools

Light machining

Job description

Overview

The maintenance technician interacts with production workers, production management, quality management, engineering and plant management to keep all equipment in the building in good working condition. This person is responsible for building maintenance as well as production equipment.

Responsibilities

• Minimize machine downtime by responding to equipment breakdowns quickly and getting equipment back online, or swapping a spare machine as quickly as possible.
• Minimize machine downtime by setting up new jobs quickly.
• Proactively maintain all equipment in good running condition by means of an effective preventive maintenance program.
• Maintain records using the Daily Maintenance log and Preventive Maintenance data bases.
• Keep spare parts area clean and organized. Order spare parts and maintain records using parts order forms.
• Conduct and document emergency lighting, fire extinguisher and emergency door inspections.
• Leave all worksites clean and organized upon completion of work.
• Recommend process or equipment improvements, utilizing quality and engineering resources to gain appropriate approvals.
• Communicate with suppliers and contractors where assigned.
• Communicate internally using E-Mail and attachments in WORD and EXCEL.
• Manage priorities appropriately.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required, along with a minimum of 5 years of experience in injection molding setup and processing. Equivalent education and experience will be considered.
• Ability to operate forklift equipment.
• Proficiency in using hand tools and performing light machining.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Commitment to personal and professional growth, with a willingness to keep skills and knowledge current.
• Ability to plan and accomplish goals using experience and judgment across a variety of tasks.Excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to read and write in English.
• Ability to work under time pressure, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.
• Maintain a positive and cooperative attitude, even under tight deadlines.
• Authorized to work in the U.S. Fluency in additional languages is a plus.
• Capable of performing basic physical tasks such as lifting to 50 lbs., reading, and using hands for typing and writing.

• Pay Range: $25-$35 / hours