Maintenance Technician – Plastics Extrusion

Jobot; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision/Disability

PTO accrual begins upon hire

401k with company match

1st Shift, Monday through Friday

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to join our Athens, GA team. You will maintain plastics extrusion equipment and related production systems, troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues, and implement preventive maintenance to minimize downtime.

The role offers a first shift with competitive hourly pay and benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and PTO. If you thrive in a hands-on manufacturing environment, apply to grow with us.

Qualifications

• Experience with plastics extrusion equipment or similar manufacturing machinery.
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Experience with preventive maintenance programs.
• Knowledge of hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems.
• Ability to work independently and respond to equipment issues quickly.
• Strong attention to safety and detail.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on plastics extrusion machines and related production equipment.
• Maintain and service auxiliary equipment including dryers, conveyors, chillers, and material handling systems.
• Conduct preventive maintenance to minimize downtime and extend equipment life.
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic issues and implement effective solutions.
• Assist with general facility maintenance and upkeep as needed.
• Maintain maintenance records and ensure compliance with safety standards.
• Work closely with production staff to quickly resolve equipment issues.

Skills

Plastics extrusion

Mechanical troubleshooting

Electrical troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Hydraulic systems

Pneumatic systems

Safety awareness

Job description

Job Details

Maintenance Technician with industry leader / $25- $28 an hour depending on experience / Great Benefits and Room for Growth

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Travis Bergwall

Salary: $25 - $35 per hour

A bit about us

We are seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to join our team in the Athens area. This position is responsible for maintaining and repairing plastics extrusion equipment, auxiliary machinery, and facility systems to ensure efficient and safe production operations. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience troubleshooting mechanical and electrical systems within a manufacturing environment.

Why join us?

• $25 - $35 per hour based on experience
• 1st Shift, Monday through Friday
• Medical/Dental/Vision/Disability
• PTO accrual begins upon hire
• 401k with company match

Key Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on plastics extrusion machines and related production equipment
• Maintain and service auxiliary equipment including dryers, conveyors, chillers, and material handling systems
• Conduct preventive maintenance to minimize downtime and extend equipment life
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic issues and implement effective solutions
• Assist with general facility maintenance and upkeep as needed
• Maintain maintenance records and ensure compliance with safety standards
• Work closely with production staff to quickly resolve equipment issues

Qualifications

• Experience working with plastics extrusion equipment or similar manufacturing machinery
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills
• Experience with preventive maintenance programs
• Knowledge of hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systemsAbility to work independently and respond to equipment issues quickly
• Strong attention to safety and detail

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in plastics manufacturing or extrusion environments
• Technical training or certification in industrial maintenance, mechanical, or electrical systems
• Experience maintaining auxiliary processing equipment

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