Maintenance Technician

United Soft Plastics, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Employee discounts

Health insurance

Paid time off

401(k) matching

Bonus based on performance

Dental insurance

Training & development

Vision insurance

Job summary

United Soft Plastics, Inc. is seeking a skilled Industrial Maintenance Technician for 1st shift in Houston/Pasadena, TX. You will maintain, troubleshoot, and repair manufacturing equipment to maximize uptime and safe operation.

Requires 5+ years of maintenance experience in manufacturing, strong electrical troubleshooting, and PLC familiarity. PLC programming not required. This full-time role offers a 4-day workweek and competitive pay with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong electrical troubleshooting and repair experience.
• Experience with PLC troubleshooting.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English fluently.
• Basic computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Outlook.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Professional appearance and conduct.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on manufacturing equipment and machinery.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and PLC-controlled systems.
• Diagnose equipment issues and implement effective solutions to minimize downtime.
• Support facility maintenance activities as directed by the Maintenance Manager.
• Assist in developing, managing, and executing maintenance schedules and priorities.
• Collaborate with production teams to improve machine performance, increase efficiency, and reduce scrap.
• Conduct equipment cleanouts and provide guidance to operators on proper equipment handling and operation.
• Establish and improve preventive maintenance programs, corrective actions, and maintenance procedures.
• Recommend and implement equipment modifications and process improvements.
• Coordinate with engineering resources on equipment design improvements and technical problem-solving.
• Maintain inventory of spare parts, maintenance supplies, safety equipment, and consumables.
• Ensure compliance with GMP, safety, and company policies throughout the facility.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on quality, safety, and operational excellence.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and documentation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

PLC troubleshooting

Mechanical aptitude

English fluency

Team communication

Tools

PLC software

Electrical testing tools

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Employee discounts
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• 401(k) matching
• Bonus based on performance
• Dental insurance
• Training & development
• Vision insurance

Industrial Maintenance Technician

1st Shift | Monday–Thursday | 4-Day Workweek | $26–$30/hour

Location: Houston/Pasadena, TX

Job Type: Full-Time

Regular Schedule: Monday–Thursday, 1st Shift

We are a growing plastics manufacturing company seeking a dependable, hands-on Industrial Maintenance Technician to help keep our production equipment running safely and efficiently.

This is a great opportunity for an experienced maintenance mechanic or technician who is strong mechanically and has industrial electrical troubleshooting experience. Experience with PLCs is a plus, but you do not need to be a PLC programmer.

Responsibilities:

Responsible for all activities related to the maintenance and preventative care of the Company’s facilities and equipment used for manufacturing production.

Position Summary

The Equipment Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, and performing preventive maintenance on manufacturing equipment and facility systems. This role works closely with production and management teams to maximize equipment efficiency, minimize downtime, and support safe, high-quality operations.

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on manufacturing equipment and machinery.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and PLC-controlled systems.
• Diagnose equipment issues and implement effective solutions to minimize downtime.
• Support facility maintenance activities as directed by the Maintenance Manager.
• Assist in developing, managing, and executing maintenance schedules and priorities.
• Collaborate with production teams to improve machine performance, increase efficiency, and reduce scrap.
• Conduct equipment cleanouts and provide guidance to operators on proper equipment handling and operation.
• Establish and improve preventive maintenance programs, corrective actions, and maintenance procedures.
• Recommend and implement equipment modifications and process improvements.
• Coordinate with engineering resources on equipment design improvements and technical problem-solving.
• Maintain inventory of spare parts, maintenance supplies, safety equipment, and consumables.
• Ensure compliance with GMP, safety, and company policies throughout the facility.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on quality, safety, and operational excellence.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and documentation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications Required

• Minimum 5 years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong electrical troubleshooting and repair experience.
• Experience with PLC troubleshooting.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English fluently.
• Basic computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Outlook.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Professional appearance and conduct.

Preferred

• Experience in plastics manufacturing.
• HVAC maintenance experience.
• Knowledge of hydraulic systems and equipment maintenance.
• Experience with continuous improvement and preventive maintenance programs.

Physical & Work Requirements

• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including some nights and occasional weekends.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, lift, and work around manufacturing equipment for extended periods.
• Occasional travel to company facilities within Texas (approximately 5-10%).

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Career growth opportunities
• Stable, growing company environment