Plastic Recycling Maintenance Technician — PLC & Mechanical

Plastic Recycling; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 44,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO beginning Day One

Medical/Dental/Vision

401(k) w/ Match

Stable Full‑Time Employment

Predictable Hours

Limited On-Call

Job summary

Plastic Recycling in Indianapolis is seeking an Industrial Maintenance Technician to maintain, troubleshoot, and repair plant equipment. This role covers mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems on shredders, grinders, wash lines, and extrusion lines.

You will perform preventive maintenance, diagnose and repair issues, and assist with new machinery installation while maintaining CMMS logs. A strong safety focus and teamwork are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical training preferred.
• 2+ years industrial/manufacturing maintenance experience or equivalent training.
• Ability to read manuals, schematics, and blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance on all plant equipment following schedules.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues on production machinery.
• Troubleshoot PLC-controlled systems and assist with minor programming adjustments.
• Maintain pumps, motors, conveyors, gearboxes and related components.
• Respond to equipment breakdowns to minimize downtime.
• Assist in installation and commissioning of new machinery.
• Keep maintenance logs and CMMS documentation up to date.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment in accordance with safety standards.
• Collaborate with production teams to resolve recurring issues and manage spare parts inventory.

Skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Independent work

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical or vocational training

Job description

Plastic Recycling in Indianapolis is seeking an Industrial Maintenance Technician to maintain, troubleshoot, and repair plant equipment. This role covers mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems on shredders, grinders, wash lines, and extrusion lines.

You will perform preventive maintenance, diagnose and repair issues, and assist with new machinery installation while maintaining CMMS logs. A strong safety focus and teamwork are required.