Maintenance Technician II

Silgan Containers Corp; Kingsport (TN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician II to join their team in Kingsport. This role involves troubleshooting and repairing advanced molding and automation equipment in a high-speed manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate will have a technical degree or equivalent experience, along with a strong background in electrical and mechanical maintenance. You will play a vital role in ensuring equipment reliability and efficiency, contributing to the production of components for FDA regulated markets. Join a dynamic team where your expertise will be valued, and help drive continuous improvement in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in an industrial manufacturing environment.
• Thorough understanding of electrical and mechanical maintenance required.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair injection and compression molding equipment.
• Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on various types of equipment.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Electrical maintenance

Mechanical maintenance

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Mathematical skills

Leadership skills

Organizational skills

Education

Technical degree

Equivalent technical experience (5+ years)

Tools

Computerized Maintenance Management Software (CMMS)

MS Office

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

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Maintenance Technician II

Apply remote type On Site locations Kingsport, Tennessee time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago time left to apply End Date: March 14, 2025 (27 days left to apply) job requisition id R3985

Maintenance Technician II

Silgan Closures seeks Maintenance Technician II.

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for troubleshooting and repairs on injection and compression molding equipment, secondary and conveyance equipment, including assemblers, inserters, printers, labelers, robots, etc. The Maintenance Technician is also able to perform setups, changeovers, adjustments, preventative maintenance, repair and operations of various types of equipment to include assembly, subassembly, printing, and/or packaging machines. The company scope includes injection and compression molding operations and automation equipment in the manufacture of components serving FDA regulated markets. This is a high-speed and a controlled manufacturing environment (CME).

What you'll do:

• Troubleshoot and locate the source of the problem by observing the operation of the equipment.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose pneumatic, hydraulic, or mechanical malfunctions on a variety of equipment.
• Repair and maintain electrical controls on equipment (molding, assembly and packaging machines), including servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines and devices primarily on the basis of electronic principles.
• Read, use and interpret measuring devices, gauges and inspection tools.
• Perform all required necessary preventive maintenance and repairs on equipment.
• Repair robot arms and controls, including replacing bad boards, motors, encoders, etc.
• Calibrate and adjust robot pick and place locations when needed.
• Input Maintenance work orders into the Computerized Maintenance Management Software (EAM).

What you'll need to have:

• Technical degree preferred or equivalent technical experience (5+ years) in an industrial manufacturing environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent personal leadership and organizational skills.
• Thorough understanding of electrical and mechanical maintenance required.
• Proficient computer skills to include MS Office and Microsoft Outlook.
• Working knowledge of CMMS.
• Good mathematical and analytical skills.
• Ability to read schematics.
• Accurate and trustworthy with a positive attitude that embraces change and continuous improvement in a fast paced and dynamic environment.

LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.

All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Continued employment remains on an “at-will” basis.

Silgan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, or the presence of a disability, which would not prevent the performance of essential job duties with, or without reasonable accommodation of any other protective status.

Silgan is a drug-free workplace.

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