Maintenance Technician

Welch Packaging; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Welch Packaging in Indianapolis, IN, seeks an experienced Industrial Maintenance Technician to keep our manufacturing equipment running at peak performance. This hands-on role covers preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs to minimize downtime and maximize efficiency.

The ideal candidate has a solid background in industrial maintenance, a proactive problem‑solving mindset, excellent reading of electrical and mechanical drawings, and a commitment to workplace safety and continuous

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
• Electrical certification preferred.
• Corrugated packaging industry a plus.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical machinery.
• Ability to use shop tools and equipment (drill press, grinders, welders, oxy‑acetylene torch).
• Understanding of hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Trouble shooting and problem solving with practical mechanical & electrical aptitude.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical and mechanical drawings.
• Fully computer literate with Microsoft environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain company-owned machinery and equipment in proper working order.
• On-call emergency repairs.
• Take control of breakdowns.
• Plan continued improvement of machine safety and general housekeeping.
• Work with crews to complete all preventative maintenance.
• Troubleshoot with machine operator to determine root cause of mechanical issues.
• Respond quickly to maintenance requests and prioritize effectively.
• Collaborate with Maintenance Manager to address safety concerns.
• Maintain organization and inventory of maintenance shop and tools.
• Duties may vary depending on location.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical aptitude

Reading electrical & mechanical Drawi

Microsoft environment

Strong communication

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Preventive maintenance

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Drill press

Shop grinders

Welders

Oxy‑acetylene torch

Job description

SUMMARY

Supports our production operations by ensuring the optimal performance of manufacturing equipment. In this hands‑on role, you will be responsible for performing preventative maintenance, troubleshooting mechanical and electrical issues, and repairing production machinery to minimize downtime and maximize efficiency. The ideal candidate has a strong background in industrial maintenance, a proactive approach to problem‑solving, and a commitment to workplace safety and continuous improvement.

Description

Supports our production operations by ensuring the optimal performance of manufacturing equipment. In this hands‑on role, you will be responsible for performing preventative maintenance, troubleshooting mechanical and electrical issues, and repairing production machinery to minimize downtime and maximize efficiency. The ideal candidate has a strong background in industrial maintenance, a proactive approach to problem‑solving, and a commitment to workplace safety and continuous improvement.

Essential Functions

• Responsible for maintaining company‑owned machinery and equipment in proper working order
• On‑call emergency repairs
• Responsible for taking control of breakdowns
• Execute a plan of continued improvement of machine safety and general housekeeping
• Work with crews to complete all preventative maintenance
• Work with machine operator to troubleshoot and determine root cause of mechanical issues
• Respond quickly to maintenance requests and prioritize effectively
• Work hand in hand with Maintenance Manager to resolve any accident waiting to happen forms
• Work as a team to maintain organization and inventory of maintenance shop and tools
• Duties may vary depending on location

Requirements/Qualifications

Education:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required

Experience

• Electrical certification preferred**
• Corrugated packaging industry a plus**
• Strong knowledge of mechanical machinery
• Ability to use shop tools and equipment, drill press, shop grinders, welders, oxy‑acetylene torch
• A good understanding of hydraulic and pneumatic systems
• A strong trouble shooting and problem solving ability with practical, mechanical & electrical aptitude
• Must be able to read and interpret both electrical and mechanical drawings
• Must be fully computer literate with Microsoft environment

Specific Knowledge, Skills, Or Abilities

• Strong written and oral communication.
• Organization and attention to detail.
• Analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Time management.
• Systems analysis.
• Mathematical and deductive reasoning.
• Critical thinking.
• Active learning.

Physical Demands/Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodation.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the functions of this job.

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly required to stand, sit, talk, hear, reach, stoop, kneel, and use hands and fingers to perform maintenance on machinery.

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds on a regular consistent basis.

Must be able to wear personal protective equipment.

Work Environment

Exposure to moving mechanical parts.

Wet and or humid conditions

Office Setting, sitting for long periods of time.

Occasionally exposed to high, precarious places, fumes or airborne particles and vibration.

Noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Disclaimer:

This list does not represent all physical demands. Descriptions are representative of those that must be met by employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the jobs’ essential functions.

Welch Packaging is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran.