Manufacturing Maintenance Technician

Itape; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Itape is seeking a Production Maintenance Tech to support the plant with maintenance and repair of electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and PLC-driven equipment. You will perform preventive maintenance, diagnose faults, and coordinate with production staff to minimize downtime.

Role requires strong troubleshooting skills, ability to lift up to 70 lbs, and willingness to work in hot environments. On-site, full-time position with a $3,000 sign-on bonus and ongoing opportunities to advance within the

Qualifications

• 5+ years in industrial maintenance.
• Extensive troubleshooting across electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, PLC, AC/DC drives, and welding.
• Proficient in English writing and basic math; able to read schematics and manuals.

Responsibilities

• Installs, troubleshoots, and repairs equipment, including motors, relays, and switches up to 480-volt three-phase.
• Performs preventive maintenance and maintains records for safe, reliable operation.
• Acts as a point of contact for production personnel on maintenance issues and equipment downtime.
• Diagnoses and repairs forklifts, pumps, hydraulics, and related equipment.
• Maintains and replenishes parts inventory; communicates safety concerns and equipment issues.

Skills

Industrial maintenance

Troubleshooting

Electrical systems

Mechanical systems

Pneumatic systems

PLC

AC/DC drives

Welding fabrication

Job description

$3000 Sign-On Bonus

$500 at 90 days & $2500 at 1 year

Position Description

Title: Production Maintenance Tech

Department: Maintenance

Reports to: Maintenance Manager

Status: Non-Exempt Hourly

Position Purpose: Provides maintenance support for the plant.

Principle Accountabilities

• Installs, troubleshoots, and repairs equipment including replacing motors, relays, and switches on varied machinery up to and including three phases 480-volt energy.
• Performs preventive maintenance and maintains records to ensure safe, reliable equipment.
• Serves as point person for production personnel in regard to preventative maintenance and problem equipment troubleshooting.
• Diagnoses and repair forklifts, pumps, hydraulics, and other related equipment
• Maintains and refills parts inventory
• Provides prompt response to and resolution of unplanned equipment failures resulting in production down time.
• Effectively communicates with machine operators and supervisors including equipment issues and safety concerns and in fractions.
• Properly utilize Personal Protective Equipment
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues
• Related tasks as requested by supervisor.

Essential Skills and Experience

• 5+ Years in Industrial Maintenance required.
• Extensive knowledge troubleshooting and issue resolution of electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, circuitry, PLC, AC/DC drives, and welding fabrication required.
• Intermediate math and computer skills and English written communication skills necessary.
• Demonstrates proper usage of personal protective equipment
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time, lifting up to 70 lbs., and work in hot environments on a constant basis.
• Ability to meet objectives and deadlines with minimum supervision required.