Plastic Recycling Maintenance Tech (Electrical/Mechanical)

Ultralox; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 43,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

James Hardie is seeking a Maintenance Technician for 2nd shift (Mon-Fri 3:30pm-12am) in Indianapolis, IN. The role focuses on electrical and mechanical maintenance for plastic recycling equipment, including shredders and extruders.

You will troubleshoot 480VAC systems, VFDs, and control panels, perform welding and fabrication, and ensure safety standards such as NFPA 70E and LOTO are followed. Strong CMMS documentation is required.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in industrial maintenance.
• Experience in plastic recycling, waste processing, or related manufacturing is preferred.
• Electrical knowledge of motor controls, PLCs, and industrial wiring.

Responsibilities

• Electrical maintenance focusing on 480VAC motors, VFDs, and control panels.
• Diagnose electrical faults in production equipment using meters, megger, and PLC diagnostics.
• Maintain sensors, relays, solenoids, and safety interlocks on production equipment.
• Ensure NFPA 70E and lockout/tagout (LOTO) compliance.
• Mechanical maintenance on conveyors, extruders, shredders, and pelletizers.
• Weld and fabricate repairs on hopper liners, screw augers, and shredder blades.
• Troubleshoot hydraulic/pneumatic systems for shredders and material handlers.
• Document maintenance in CMMS and track recurring issues for continuous improvement.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Mechanical maintenance

Troubleshooting

Industrial wiring

PLC control

Safety compliance

Tools

CMMS

VFDs

Job description

James Hardie is seeking a Maintenance Technician for 2nd shift (Mon-Fri 3:30pm-12am) in Indianapolis, IN. The role focuses on electrical and mechanical maintenance for plastic recycling equipment, including shredders and extruders.

You will troubleshoot 480VAC systems, VFDs, and control panels, perform welding and fabrication, and ensure safety standards such as NFPA 70E and LOTO are followed. Strong CMMS documentation is required.