Maintenance Technician - Night Shift

Pregis LLC; Anderson, Northern (SC, KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Pregis LLC is seeking a dedicated Maintenance Technician to uphold machinery uptime and safety on the production floor. You will perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on packaging and processing equipment, read schematics, and document work orders in CMMS to maintain high standards.

The role requires hands-on experience with PLCs and AC/DC drives, adherence to OSHA standards, and the ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience as a maintenance technician in a manufacturing environment.
• Able to read electrical schematics and service manuals.
• Experience with preventive maintenance and repair of packaging/processing equipment.
• Strong problem-solving and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot PLC and AC/DC drive systems on production equipment.
• On-call for emergency repairs as needed.
• Read, analyze, and interpret procedures, electrical schematics, service manuals and work orders.
• Document work orders promptly in CMMS to maintain quality standards.
• Communicate issues to other departments and management to avoid production delays.
• Maintain clean, safe work area and comply with SOPs and safety protocols.
• Assist in maintaining parts inventory and report low supplies.
• Operate hand and power tools safely and use PPE correctly.

Skills

PLC troubleshooting

AC/DC drive systems

Schematics reading

CMMS documentation

Safety compliance

Electrical meters

Hand and power tools

Forklift operation

Pneumatic systems

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate’s or Technical School Degree in Mechanics/Electrical/CS

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Tools

CMMS software

Electrical meters

Forklift driving

Welding tools

Machining tools

Job description

Position Description

Maintenance Technicians will be responsible for maintaining proper functioning of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing maintenance requirements (both planned and unplanned) on production, maintaining a clean and safe work environment, packaging and processing equipment, utility systems, and following all OSHA and facility-specific protocols (including LOTO, Arc Flash, etc.).

Work Schedule

This position works 8-hour shifts, 7am-3pm, Monday thru Friday. Overtime may be required as necessary for the success of the team.

Job Tasks and Responsibilities

• Successfully perform troubleshooting on industrial automation equipment such as programmable logic control (PLC) and AC/DC drive systems.
• On call for emergency repairs in breakdown situations as necessary.
• Accurately read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures, electrical schematics, service manuals and work orders to perform required maintenance and service.
• Accurately complete and document work orders promptly in CMMS to maintain high-quality standards.
• Maintain communication with other departments, management, and employees; notifying them of problems and/or concerns that may restrict production efficiency.
• Complete all paperwork in a clear, legible, and accurate format, including all required information and documentation following Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s).
• Assist in maintaining parts and supplies inventory by checking parts out of inventory and assigning them to the proper work order, report low supply levels to Supervisor.
• Maintain a clean, sanitary, and safe work area, including maintenance shop.
• Abide by all safety standards and protocols set forth by OSHA and Pregis.
• Adhere to and comply with Good Manufacturing Practices and Standard Operating Procedures as outlined at Pregis Films.
• Perform all aspects of the position to the highest quality.

Required Education and Experience and Skills

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate’s or Technical School Degree in Mechanics, Electrical, Computer Science, preferred.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• 5+ year(s) experience working as a maintenance technician in a manufacturing environment.
• Facilities Maintenance experience preferred.
• Able to stand for long periods; up to 12 hours.
• Knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatics repair and troubleshooting.
• Experience with maintenance work order systems.
• Knowledge of welding and machining skills desired, not required.
• Must be able to understand mechanical, piping, and electrical drawings.
• Ability to operate a variety of hand and power tools, electric meters, and material handling equipment to perform duties.

Physical Characteristics

• Inside work, 80%
• Outside work, 20%
• Working temperatures ranging from 20-95°F
• Exposure to noise at or above 85dB, moving machinery/equipment/vehicles, high places/platforms, and high humidity
• Potential exposure to vibration, electrical hazards, confined/cramped spaces, and wet/damp work surfaces
• Required PPE of safety glasses, earplugs, safety-toe shoes, beard/hair nets, cut gloves, and provided fire retardant clothing
• Constant standing/walking
• Frequent sitting
• Frequent stooping/squatting
• Frequent kneeling/crawling/bending
• Frequent lifting/pushing/pulling/carrying of 30-50lbs. for up to 100 feet
• Frequent reaching high, low, and out
• Frequent stair climbing
• Frequent typing/keyboarding
• Repetitive and frequent use of wrist/hand/fingers
• Good correctable visual acuity with both eyes
• Good visual perception of color, depth, and fields
• Good reading and writing abilities
• Required forklift driving
• Good earing with both ears
• Good use of hands/feet

Key Competencies

• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions.
• Customer Service - Responds promptly to customer needs; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments.
• Judgment - Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Makes timely decisions.
• Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently.
• Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
• Quantity - Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner.
• Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures.
• Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time.

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