Maintenance Technician-1st Shift

IPL Schoeller; Forsyth (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

IPL Schoeller seeks a maintenance-focused professional to support our North America operations. You will troubleshoot machines, perform routine oiling and greasing, and help maintain the maintenance shop while ensuring GMP and safety standards.

You will assist with fabrication for part containment and monitor daily safety, quality, and equipment readiness. Strong electrical/hydraulic knowledge and reliability are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience troubleshooting machines and auxiliary equipment.
• Strong emphasis on electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic maintenance.
• Ability to maintain and organize maintenance shop and tools.
• Capable of following FDA guidelines and safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot machines and auxiliary equipment with focus on electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Oil and grease all machines as part of regular maintenance.
• Assist in maintaining the Maintenance Shop and organizing tools.
• Fabricate parts to contain production area as needed.
• Maintain tops on machines and tables per FDA guidelines/requirements.
• Assist with addressing safety issues as they arise.
• Perform monthly preventive maintenance per program.
• Inform Technical Manager about supplies needed for maintenance.
• Oversee facility upkeep including plumbing, basic electrical and mechanical.
• Promote SQF食品安全文化，确保合规。
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
• Travel, if required.
• Clock in/out accurately.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Electrical

Hydraulic

Pneumatic

Maintenance

Job description

Who We Are

On July 1, 2025, IPL Plastics merged with Schoeller Allibert to form IPL Schoeller (the ‘company’). The Company’s operations are split across North America (11 manufacturing plants) and Europe (16 manufacturing plants).

Who We Are

On July 1, 2025, IPL Plastics merged with Schoeller Allibert to form IPL Schoeller (the ‘company’). The Company’s operations are split across North America (11 manufacturing plants) and Europe (16 manufacturing plants).

The company is headquartered in Dublin, Ireland. IPL Schoeller is a leading manufacturer of sustainable rigid packaging solutions across a range of end market segments including returnable transit packaging, consumer and industrial packaging, environmental containers and agricultural packaging. The company employs c.4,100 employees across North America (1,600 employees) and Europe (2,500 employees.)

The role

PLANNING, PROCEDURES & PROCESS

• 1. Responsible for Troubleshooting machines, auxiliary equipment, including a strong emphasis on electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic and machine maintenance
• 2. Responsible for Oiling and Greasing all machines
• 3. Will assist in the maintenance and organization of the Maintenance Shop and other areas where Maintenance Items/Tools are housed.
• 4. Responsible for fabrication to create part containment as needed in production areas.
• 5. Responsible for the maintenance and placement of the Tops on machines and tables as per FDA guidelines/requirements
• 6. Will assist with the completion of any Safety Issues that need addressed
• 7. Responsible for the monthly PM’s per the Preventive Maintenance program
• 8. Will be responsible for informing the Technical Manager of needed supplies for maintenance related items
• 9. Responsible for physical facility upkeep/maintenance with regard to plumbing, basic electrical, mechanical.
• 10. Complies with SQF (Safe Quality Food) standards by promoting a food safety culture.
• 11. Performs other related duties as assigned.

COMPLIANCE, COLLABORATION AND AVAILABILITY

• 1. Complies with company policies and procedures, giving special attention to safety regulations.
• 2. Report any discrepancies or concerns to Shift Supervisors, Quality Control or Management.
• 3. Responsible for quality of work performed
• 4. Any travel, if required
• 5. Report promptly at designated start time
• 6. Be prompt from returning from breaks
• 7. Follow Work Instructions, Visual Aids and Work Orders
• 8. Report Quality Concerns
• 9. Clock in and out of both payroll and visual systems accurately
• 10. Be courteous and helpful to others
• 11. Use proper ID techniques for traceability to ID parts during production or inspection
• 12. Must be able to work assigned shifts and days, including weekdays/ends and holidays.