Maintenance Technician

Green Bay Packaging Inc.; Town of Wausau (WI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) and pension

Wellness programs

Disability coverage

Life insurance

Job summary

Green Bay Packaging Inc. seeks a Maintenance Technician to perform mechanical and electrical work to keep machines and the facility operating safely and efficiently. The role emphasizes preventive/predictive maintenance, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement in a team-based environment.

Required are strong communication skills, ability to plan and prioritize tasks, and experience with electrical/mechanical systems, PLCs, and precision equipment. Wisconsin-based facility, on 2nd/3rd shifts.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of AC/DC wiring methods.
• Experience with AC/DC drives/motors.
• Familiarity with PLCs (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, B&R, Beckhoff).
• Proficiency with touchscreens and HMI.
• Strong mechanical skills (bearings, alignment, belts).
• Pneumatic and hydraulic systems knowledge.
• Preventive and predictive maintenance on production machinery.
• Mill and lathe experience is a plus.
• Must pass a Maintenance Aptitude test.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical and electrical duties to keep machines, equipment, and facility in repair.
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance functions for electrical and mechanical equipment.
• Report irregularities, maintenance needs, and quality problems to Supervisor and Crew Leader.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Performs any other duties as assigned by the Supervisor or Crew Leader in a safe manner, according to all relevant codes.

Skills

AC/DC wiring

AC/DC drives/motors

PLCs (Allen Bradley, Siemens, B&R, Be

Touchscreens

Mechanical systems

Pneumatics and hydraulics

Design and fabrication

Preventive/Predictive maintenance

Maintenance aptitude test

Job description

Position Overview

The Maintenance Technician must work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner. These 2nd and 3rd shift positions require self-motivated individuals willing to work safely in a team based system. They need to have the ability to schedule their work, prioritize their work load, and complete tasks in a timely manner. Good troubleshooting skills and root cause analysis skills are required to make proper repairs. Preventive and predictive skills are required to keep equipment running safe and efficient. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are a must. A desire for continuous improvement of technical skills and quality workmanship are required to meet our customers increasing demands.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical and electrical duties to keep machines, equipment, and facility in repair.
• Perform preventative and predictive maintenance functions for a variety of electrical and mechanical equipment.
• Report irregularities, maintenance needs, and quality problems to Supervisor and Crew Leader.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Performs any other duties as assigned by the Supervisor or Crew Leader in a safe manner, according to all relevant codes.

Qualifications

The qualified candidates will have knowledge in the following areas:

• AC/DC wiring methods
• AC/DC drives/motors
• PLCs (Allen Bradley, Siemens, B&R, Beckhoff)
• Touchscreens
• Mechanical systems (bearing, alignment, chains, belts)
• Pneumatics and hydraulics
• Design and fabrication
• Preventive and predictive maintenance on production machinery
• Mill and lathe experience is a plus
• Must take a Maintenance Aptitude test

Additional Expectations

• Strong oral and written communication skills with an emphasis on understanding verbal instructions, written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
• Ability to plan work - be able to project the material, tools, and the safest and most efficient means to complete a task.
• Ability to control multiple work assignments and tasks with the ability to identify the most important and how that will impact what needs to be completed first.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to be an effective team member when working with others.
• Present yourself and the department in a professional manner for all internal and external customers while providing outstanding customer service.
• Ability to give full attention to what others are saying, taking time to understand what is being said, asking questions when appropriate and not interrupting.
• Ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense, combine pieces of information to form a general rule or conclusion and sometimes, find relationships among seemingly unrelated events.

Compensation & Benefits

In addition to a competitive wage, the selected candidate will enjoy a comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, wellness programs, STD, life insurance, AD&D, 401(k) and pension. Green Bay Packaging benefits may vary by position or division.

Company Overview

Started in 1933, Green Bay Packaging Inc. is a family owned, vertically integrated company consisting of corrugated container plants, a folding carton facility, recycled and virgin containerboard mills, pressure-sensitive label roll stock plants, timberlands, a paper slitting operation, and a sawmill facility. Headquartered in Green Bay, Wis., Green Bay Packaging Inc. employs over 4,600 team members and operates 40 facilities in 16 states, each with a dedication to innovative development of its products and forestry resources, with a focus on safety, sustainability, quality, and continuous improvement. For more information about Green Bay Packaging Inc., visit gbp.com.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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