Maintenance Technician

NEVEON Executive Committee; Pittston (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing firm in Pittston, Pennsylvania is seeking a Maintenance Technician for the night shift. The role involves ensuring the smooth operation of machinery through preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and maintaining inventory. Candidates should have 3-5 years of experience in maintenance or as a high-level machine operator, with knowledge of electrical control systems being a plus. The company strives to promote a diverse and inclusive work environment for all applicants.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years' experience in Maintenance or as a high-level machine operator in a manufacturing setting.
• Experience with machinery such as extrusion, thermoforming, and injection molding preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure smooth operation of machinery by completing preventive maintenance.
• Troubleshoot malfunctions using technical diagrams and manuals.
• Maintain inventory of equipment and parts by checking stock levels.
• Prepare maintenance reports and maintain a safe working environment.

Skills

Mechanical and electrical systems maintenance

Electrical control systems troubleshooting

Computer and report writing skills

Continuous Improvement Activities

Ability to lift and manipulate heavy equipment

Tools

Extrusion machines

Thermoforming machines

Injection molding machines

High-speed printing machines

Assembly machines

Job description

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Position: Maintenance Technician - Night Shift

Job Overview

Greiner Packaging is seeking a Maintenance Technician to join our team in Pittston, Pennsylvania.

As a Maintenance Technician, you will be responsible for ensuring the smooth operation of our machinery and mechanical equipment. This will include installing new equipment, performing regular services and preventative maintenance procedures, and troubleshooting equipment breakdowns.

You will have the opportunity to become an expert in operating and maintaining a variety of plastic processing machinery.

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• Ensures operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements on a variety of production machines
• Follow diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer's instructions, and engineering specifications for troubleshooting malfunctions
• Locate sources of problems by observing machinery in operation
• Maintains equipment, parts, and supplies inventories by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed equipment, parts, and supplies; placing and expediting orders; verifying receipt
• Provides mechanical maintenance information by answering questions and requests
• Prepares mechanical maintenance reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends
• Complete a shift turnover daily using a computer.
• Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related company goals through the support of production

Technical Expertise

• In-depth knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems maintenance.
• Understanding of Electrical control systems and ability to fault find electrical issues
• Support departments in system and equipment troubleshooting and in technology transfer
• Be a champion of Continuous Improvement Activities
• Must have basic computer and report writing skills
• Ability to lift and manipulate heavy equipment
• Responsible to ensure all Food Safety / Hygiene / GMP requirements are adhered to at all time to ensure high levels of product safety and quality.
• All other duties as assigned

Experience

• 3-5 years’ experience in a Maintenance or high-level machine operator role within a manufacturing setting is required
• Experience with Extrusion, thermoforming, injection molding, high speed printing, and assembly machines strongly preferred but not required.

Other

• 12-hour night shift pattern
• Work in/around high speed equipment daily
• Standing, lifting, bending, reaching on a consistent basis
• Job Type: Full-time

We provide equal opportunities for everyone and see diversity as our strength. Therefore, we welcome all applicants – regardless of characteristics such as gender, age, background, social status, sexual orientation, religion, or mental and physical abilities. We have set the goal of empowering women and increasing female leader representation. We foster an inclusive work environment and encourage all individuals to apply.