Maintenance Technician - Rubber Equipment & Systems

Arclin USA; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Arclin USA, based in Cleveland, OH, is seeking a Maintenance Technician to support plant operations by maintaining and repairing rubber processing equipment, including extruders, mixers, presses, and related systems. The role reports to the Maintenance Manager and emphasizes proactive maintenance and safety.

The ideal candidate will have strong troubleshooting skills, mechanical and electrical knowledge, and the ability to work independently or in a team to minimize downtime and ensure optimal

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; technical certification preferred.
• 2–5 years maintenance experience in rubber or similar manufacturing.
• Experience with rubber processing equipment (extruders, Banbury mixers) preferred.
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and manuals.
• Strong mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic troubleshooting skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance on rubber manufacturing equipment, including extruders, mills, mixers, calenders, and curing presses.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic issues in production equipment.
• Respond promptly to breakdowns and maintenance requests to minimize production delays.
• Assist with equipment changeovers, installations, and upgrades.
• Monitor and maintain utilities supporting rubber processes (air, water, steam, etc.).
• Maintain detailed maintenance logs and records using CMMS.
• Follow plant safety procedures, including proper PPE and LOTO.
• Support root cause analysis for recurring maintenance issues.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of maintenance areas, tools, and parts inventory.
• Collaborate with production, quality, and engineering teams to ensure smooth operations.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Electrical troubleshooting

Blueprints & schematics reading

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical certification or associate degree (Industrial Maintenance)

Tools

CMMS

PLCs

VFDs

Job description

Arclin USA, based in Cleveland, OH, is seeking a Maintenance Technician to support plant operations by maintaining and repairing rubber processing equipment, including extruders, mixers, presses, and related systems. The role reports to the Maintenance Manager and emphasizes proactive maintenance and safety.

The ideal candidate will have strong troubleshooting skills, mechanical and electrical knowledge, and the ability to work independently or in a team to minimize downtime and ensure optimal