Night-Shift Maintenance Mechanic & Troubleshooter

Sonoco; Hanover (York County); On-site; USD 38,614 - 51,618; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Double time pay on Saturdays

Quarterly bonus potential

Benefits from start of month

Referral bonus

12‑hour rotating shifts

Job summary

Sonoco in Hanover, PA is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic/Machinist for night shifts (7:00 PM–7:00 AM) with a rotating schedule. The role includes troubleshooting, repair, and preventive maintenance of hydraulic systems, pneumatic actuators, conveyors, and motors per CMMS guidelines.

You will diagnose basic electrical and PLC faults, minimize downtime, and train other maintenance staff while adhering to safety and quality policies. This is a hands‑on role in a global packaging leader.

Qualifications

• Experience in an industrial manufacturing environment or equivalent military experience.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with systematic troubleshooting abilities.
• Experience with PLCs, electrical and motor controls.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs and work in rotating night shifts.
• Willing to work overtime and weekends as needed.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain hydraulic, pneumatic, conveyors, and three‑phase motors.
• Perform preventive maintenance per CMMS schedule.
• Repair utility and facility equipment under Maintenance Supervisor guidance.
• Diagnose basic electrical and PLC faults from schematics and tools.
• Respond quickly to downtime to minimize losses.
• Assist and train other maintenance staff on repairs and rebuilds.
• Collaborate with production to resolve equipment issues.
• Maintain a safe, clean work area and uphold quality policies.
• Manage small projects to upgrade equipment.
• Support Sonoco's safety and quality commitments.

Skills

Hydraulic systems

Pneumatic actuators

Conveyor networks

Electrical troubleshooting

PLC troubleshooting

Mechanical aptitude

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Sonoco in Hanover, PA is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic/Machinist for night shifts (7:00 PM–7:00 AM) with a rotating schedule. The role includes troubleshooting, repair, and preventive maintenance of hydraulic systems, pneumatic actuators, conveyors, and motors per CMMS guidelines.

You will diagnose basic electrical and PLC faults, minimize downtime, and train other maintenance staff while adhering to safety and quality policies. This is a hands‑on role in a global packaging leader.