Maintenance Technician- Erie

THE CLOSURE SYSTEMS COMPANIES INC; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

THE CLOSURE SYSTEMS COMPANIES INC is seeking an experienced maintenance technician for our Erie, PA plant. You will perform preventive and corrective maintenance on manufacturing equipment and automation systems during the D Crew nights, ensuring safe and reliable operation.

Responsibilities include troubleshooting, repairing auxiliary infrastructure, and coordinating with electricians. The role requires 2+ years of maintenance experience, ability to lift 50 lbs, and continuous safety training.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Read, write and speak English.
• Complete pre-employment mechanical aptitude test.
• CEW (certified electrical worker) training within 1 year of hire date.
• Demonstrated safety-first focus.
• 2+ years of industrial maintenance experience required.
• Experience with compression molding equipment is desirable.
• Must have tools for industrial maintenance; exception for specialty tools.
• Able to work at heights and lift 50 lbs.
• NFPA 70e knowledge and PLC/electronics familiarity.

Responsibilities

• Safety-oriented maintenance of manufacturing and automation systems.
• Troubleshoot and repair of equipment and infrastructure components.
• Coordinate with electricians for electrical/electronic repairs.
• Document changes and maintain equipment records.
• Train team members on maintenance practices and safety.

Skills

Industrial maintenance

Mechanical aptitude

Safety conscious

Team communication

Electrical/electronic knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

CEW training within 1 year

Vocational training in machine repair/electricity

Cross-functional mechanical/electrical training

Tools

Maintenance shop tools

Vertical mill/drill presses

Brake/Shear

MIG/TIG welders

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Erie Plant - Erie, PA 16502

Duties and Responsibilities

• Safety oriented for self and all team members safety
• Communicates with production supervisors and other team members frequently for needs of machine repair
• Troubleshooting and repair of all manufacturing, support equipment, and automation systems
• Operation, monitoring, and troubleshooting/repair of all auxiliary infrastructure systems such as compressed air, cooling water, vacuum, and carton systems
• Identifies, determines, and rebuilds components such as pumps, valves, solenoids, vacuum systems for reuse
• Fabrication of machine parts through use of maintenance shop tools
• Project work for installation of equipment, repairs/improvements to building infrastructure, and other facility areas
• Supports and works with electricians to perform electrical and/or electronic controls repairs as necessary
• Set up inspection camera’s using quality control guidelines
• Make suggestions/improvements to increase effectiveness of operations in the plant
• Perform preventive and corrective work as directed, notably on support equipment
• Responsible for proper documentation of all/any changes made to equipment
• Continuously trains and learns new subject areas to improve own skillset
• Training of team members on equipment maintenance practices, operation, and safe work practices
• Other duties as assigned

Shift: D Crew (nights) 12 hour shifts

Supervisory Responsibilities: No

Educational and Other Skills Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalency
• Read, write and speak English
• Complete pre-employment mechanical aptitude test
• Complete in house CEW (certified electrical worker) training within 1 year of hire date
• Demonstrated safety-first focus
• 2+ years of industrial maintenance or similar experience required
• Prior plastics experience desirable, specifically with experience in operation and maintenance of compression molding equipment
• Must have tools required for industrial maintenance, with exception of specialty, power tools, and machine shop tools
• Self-motivated, accountable, and able to communicate with team members
• Must be able to work at heights (Passing fall protection and mobile elevated work platform training required)
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs and work in different positions throughout shift
• Cross functionally trained in mechanical and electrical areas with 5+ years of industrial maintenance
• Knowledge of manufacturing equipment including hydraulics, pneumatics, and plastic processing equipment
• Knowledge of utility system components including compressed air systems, cooling water systems, vacuum systems, etc.
• Knowledge of plant electrical systems, including NFPA 70e qualifications
• Knowledge of PLC controls/electronics for automation equipment
• Qualification to use maintenance shop tools to fabricate parts including the use of vertical mill/drill presses, brake/shear, and MIG/TIG welders
• Vocational education and/or training in machine repair, industrial electricity, or equivalent programs from an accredited school

Additional information

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

Closure Systems International, Inc., is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.