Night Shift Maintenance Technician – Plastics & Automation

Closure Systems International (CSI); Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Closure Systems International, Inc. is seeking a skilled Industrial Maintenance Technician for the D Crew nights. The role involves troubleshooting and repairing manufacturing and automation systems, maintaining auxiliary infrastructure, and rebuilding critical components.

Expect to fabricate parts, install equipment, and train teammates on best practices. You should have a high school diploma or GED, 2+ years in industrial maintenance, CEW training within a year, and strong

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Read, write and speak English.
• Complete pre-employment mechanical aptitude test.
• CEW (certified electrical worker) training within 1 year of hire.
• Demonstrated safety-first focus.
• 2+ years of industrial maintenance experience.
• Plastics industry experience desirable, especially with compression molding equipment.
• Must have tools for industrial maintenance; special tools not required.
• Self-motivated, accountable, and able to communicate with team members.
• Able to work at heights (fall protection/mobile elevated work platform training).
• Able to lift 50 lbs and work in varied positions.
• Cross-functional training in mechanical and electrical areas (5+ years).
• Knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, and plastic processing equipment.
• Knowledge of utility system components (compressed air, cooling water, vacuum).
• Knowledge of plant electrical systems incl. NFPA 70e.
• Knowledge of PLC controls/electronics for automation equipment.
• Able to fabricate parts using shop tools (vertical mill/drill, brake, shear, MIG/TIG).
• Vocational education or training in machine repair or industrial electricity.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair manufacturing, support equipment, and automation systems.
• Operate, monitor, and repair auxiliary infrastructure systems (air, cooling water, vacuum, cartons).
• Identify and rebuild components for reuse (pumps, valves, solenoids).
• Fabricate machine parts using shop tools.
• Support equipment installations and facility improvements.
• Collaborate with electricians on electrical/electronic repairs.
• Set up inspection cameras per quality guidelines.
• Provide safety-focused improvements to plant operations.
• Document changes to equipment.
• Train team members on maintenance practices and safety.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical knowledge

Team communication

Safety-conscious

Education

High school diploma or GED

CEW training within 1 year

Vocational machine repair training

Tools

Maintenance shop tools

Vertical milling/drilling

MIG/TIG welding

Job description

Closure Systems International, Inc. is seeking a skilled Industrial Maintenance Technician for the D Crew nights. The role involves troubleshooting and repairing manufacturing and automation systems, maintaining auxiliary infrastructure, and rebuilding critical components.

Expect to fabricate parts, install equipment, and train teammates on best practices. You should have a high school diploma or GED, 2+ years in industrial maintenance, CEW training within a year, and strong