Maintenance Technician - 2nd Shift

ZipRecruiter; Germantown (MD); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading plastics manufacturer is seeking a Maintenance Technician to maintain and repair mechanical equipment. Join a family-owned company with excellent benefits and opportunities for growth. Ideal candidates will have troubleshooting skills and experience in manufacturing maintenance.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) with Match

Paid Holidays

PTO

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• 1-5 years of experience in manufacturing maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Maintain mechanical equipment to minimize production downtime.
• Diagnose machinery issues and determine necessary repairs.
• Perform scheduled preventative maintenance.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Repair Skills

Blueprint Reading

Welding

Basic Plumbing

Basic Electrical

Machining

Fabrication

Tools

Air Hand Tools

Electric Hand Tools

Job description

Job Description

We're Hampel, one of the top plastics manufacturers in the country and a family-owned business. We are committed to high standards of excellence and reward those who share our values by delivering products that exceed expectations. As a growing company with great benefits and a talented team, we invite you to build your career with us. If you are willing to learn, have excellent attendance, and maintain a positive attitude, your opportunities are limitless at Hampel. Join us to learn a trade and work alongside a team dedicated to your success. The possibilities are endless, and we are excited to meet you.

Maintenance Technician Responsibilities

• Maintain mechanical equipment and machinery to minimize production downtime.
• Diagnose machinery issues and determine necessary repairs or adjustments.
• Assess repair severity and decide if immediate action or a work order is needed.
• Troubleshoot and repair equipment during production, ensuring proper operation post-repair.
• Maintain a safe environment for production equipment.
• Perform scheduled preventative maintenance per written procedures.
• Estimate repair times and scope.
• Collaborate with other shifts and departments to meet objectives.
• Respond promptly to urgent issues affecting production or safety.
• Complete projects and priorities on schedule.
• Ensure machinery operates safely and correctly, addressing unsafe conditions proactively.
• Support engineering, tool room, and other technical staff as needed.
• Accurately complete maintenance incident reports.
• Coordinate off-hour emergencies related to maintenance and security issues.

Additional Responsibilities

• Properly handle bloodborne pathogens according to training.
• Deliver and pick up parts or materials as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• 1-5 years of experience in manufacturing maintenance.

Required Skills and Experience

• Proven troubleshooting and repair skills for pneumatic, hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical systems.
• Ability to operate and repair air and electric hand tools.
• Perform preventative maintenance on industrial machinery.
• Basic blueprint reading and understanding of tolerances.
• Basic plumbing, electrical, machining, and fabrication skills.
• Ability to weld steel and aluminum.
• Capability to fabricate components from instructions.
• Ability to troubleshoot industrial machinery at various levels.
• Calibrate CNC trimming equipment.

Licenses and Certifications

• Forklift driver certification (training provided by Hampel).
• Bloodborne pathogen certification.

Benefits

Full-time employees working at least 30 hours/week are eligible for our benefits, effective from the first of the month after 30 days. Benefits include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Unum supplemental plans.
• Life and AD&D insurance, with optional additional coverage.
• Short and long-term disability options.
• 401(k) with 50% match up to 5% contribution.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA and DCFSA).
• Paid holidays and PTO.
• Profit-sharing, employee assistance, and tuition reimbursement programs.