Maintenance Technician 1st Shift

Jaeger-Unitek Sealing Solutions, Inc.; La Porte (IN); On-site; USD 29,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free uniforms

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Wellness resources

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Job summary

Jaeger-Unitek Sealing Solutions, Inc. in Indiana is seeking a motivated maintenance technician to perform a variety of maintenance tasks in a safe, team-oriented production environment. Starting pay is $25.88/hr (shift premium).

First shift hours are Mon-Fri, 6am-2pm. The role involves repairing mechanical systems, building maintenance, and assisting in equipment installation. This position requires basic fabrication, reading blueprints, and basic electrical skills; applicants should be

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or related training.
• Basic Electric Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Repair mechanical problems and perform preventative maintenance.
• Read and interpret blueprints and schematics.
• Assist in installation and removal of equipment.
• Perform maintenance on extrusion, laminating, and injection molding equipment.
• Build and design fixtures and equipment.
• Maintain technical knowledge through reading specs and training.

Skills

Fabricating skills

Read blueprints/schematics

Basic electrical skills

Tools handling

Dependable & flexible schedules

Education

High school diploma or GED

Basic Electric Certification (preferred)

Tools

Lathes & Mills

Machine shop equipment

Job description

Benefits:

• Free uniforms
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Wellness resources
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance

SUCCESS IS MADE BY PEOPLE: BECOME PART OF THE JAEGER-UNITEK FAMILY!

We are looking for a motivated self-starter who is skilled in performing a multitude of maintenance functions in a team-oriented, world class production environment. Our workplace requires individuals who understand the needs of the business while maintaining a focus on safety, customer satisfaction, quality and productivity.

Starting pay for this role is $25.88/hr (includes shift premium). First shift hours are Monday-Friday, 6am-2pm.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Assists with repairing a broad range of mechanical problems, preventative maintenance, general building maintenance and custodial work.

• Fabricating skills is a must, machining and fabricating parts using drawings, sketches and prints by others
• Maintains technical knowledge, by reading machine specifications and attending classes if needed
• Assist in the installation and removal of equipment, help determine changes needed in equipment driven by production
• Must be able to perform preventative maintenance on wide range of equipment including Extruders, Laminators and Injection Molding Machines, as well as building maintenance
• Helps design and build equipment and fixtures
• Read and interpret blueprints and schematic diagrams
• Perform die building and repair parts using all machine shop equipment including lathes and mils
• Basic Electrical skills required
• Must have basic maintenance tools
• Must be dependable and able to work flexible schedules
• Perform all other duties as assigned

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or six to twelve months related experience or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Preferred Experience – Basic Electric Certification