Maintenance Technician - 2nd shift

ALKEGEN; Columbiana (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

ALKEGEN in Columbiana, Ohio is looking for a Maintenance Technician to manage building systems and equipment maintenance. Responsibilities include operating and repairing machinery, performing preventive maintenance, and troubleshooting electrical systems. Candidates should possess a high school diploma and have 1-5 years of relevant experience in manufacturing maintenance. The position requires strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently. Second shift availability is essential. Join ALKEGEN and contribute to our innovation-driven team.

Qualifications

• 1‑5 years of relevant experience in manufacturing maintenance or industrial technology.
• Knowledge of clearance checks, lubrication, and torque requirements.
• Familiarity with PM procedures and Permit to Work system.

Responsibilities

• Operate, repair, and maintain building electrical and mechanical systems.
• Perform preventive maintenance and machine repair tasks.
• Observe, report, and correct facility and equipment discrepancies.

Skills

Troubleshooting and root cause analysis

Technical specifications understanding

Electrical systems troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance procedures

Education

High school diploma or general education degree

Tools

Forklift Operation

Programmable systems/VFDs

Job description

Alkegen brings together two of the world’s leading specialty materials companies to create one new, innovation-driven leader focused on battery technologies, filtration media, and specialty insulation and sealing materials. Through global reach and breakthrough inventions, we’re delivering products that enable the world to breathe easier, live greener, and go further than ever before. With over 60 manufacturing facilities and a workforce of more than 9,000 professionals, Alkegen offers a range of dynamic career opportunities across the globe.

Responsibilities

• Operate, repair and maintain building electrical, mechanical, and structural equipment and systems.
• Maintain production equipment, material handling equipment, dust collection equipment, electrical controls, programmable systems/VFDs, and other related machinery.
• Perform preventive maintenance and use power and hand tools for machine repair, pipe fitting, electrical, electronic, and general maintenance tasks.
• Operate forklift and MEWP/Man Lift as required.
• Use PFAS and understand lubrication basics.
• Review and complete work order assignments, respond to verbal or written assignments from the Maintenance Supervisor or other personnel during back shift/weekend coverage, and inform supervisor of work in progress.
• Observe, report, and correct facility and equipment discrepancies; check for safety hazards and take corrective action to eliminate them.
• Maintain applicable logs, records, equipment history folders, and operation and maintenance manuals accurately and comprehensively.
• Perform any necessary tasks to ensure consistent service and complete training assignments.
• Provide emergency call INS and weekend availability as required.
• Position is eventually a second shift role.

Qualifications / Experience

• High school diploma or general education degree with trades concentration.
• 1‑5 years of relevant experience in manufacturing maintenance or industrial technology.
• Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills.
• Ability to understand technical specifications for equipment installation and operation.
• Knowledge of clearance checks, interference fits, lubrication, torque requirements, material handling, and troubleshooting.
• Familiarity with PM procedures, Permit to Work system, pipe fitting, and lubrication basics.
• Capability to troubleshoot 24‑through‑480 V electrical systems and perform a variety of electrical/mechanical tests.
• Experience making necessary electrical installations and/or repairs.

Preferred Skills

• Background in PLC system is a plus.
• High standard of accuracy, precision, and strong organizational skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with PC usage.
• Self‑motivated team player who can work independently and cross‑functionally.
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced environment.
• Organized and resourceful, with a track record of effective problem solving.

Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, nation of origin, religion, color, gender identity and expression, age, disability, education, opinions, culture, languages spoken, veteran’s status, or any other protected class. At Alkegen, we strive every day to help people – ALL PEOPLE – breathe easier, live greener and go further than ever before. We believe that diversity and inclusion is central to this mission and to our impact, and we nurture it by actively embracing our differences and using our varied perspectives to solve the challenges facing our world.