Process Technician

ccc; Argos (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Altium Packaging in Argos, Indiana is seeking a Process Technician to maintain and repair production equipment, including pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical systems, ensuring downtime is minimized and safety standards are followed.

Responsibilities include installing, adjusting, repairing, and performing preventative maintenance on production equipment, changing molds and tooling, inspecting hoses, valves, and pumps, and keeping machines in optimal condition. Overtime may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Strong mechanical and electrical skills are required.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to recommend process improvements and commit to safe work practices.
• Preferred: PLC experience, OSHA forklift certification, and food-industry experience.

Responsibilities

• Installing, adjusting, repairing, and performing preventative maintenance on production and related equipment.
• Performing mold, neck tooling changes, pin, and other equipment changes.
• Inspecting and replacing pneumatic and hydraulic hoses.
• Inspecting, rebuilding, and replacing valves and pumps.
• Maintaining machines in optimal processing condition.
• Welding, fabricating, and repairing various machines.
• Troubleshooting, locating root causes, and performing repairs.
• Operating production machines as needed.
• Performing additional duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Electrical skills

Analytical/problem-solving

Attention to detail

Safety mindset

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Word

Excel

PLC experience

Job description

Location Address:

300 Dewey Street, Argos, Indiana 46501

Work Shift:

8hr-1st Shift (United States of America)

As a Process Technician, you will be responsible for providing maintenance and repairs to our production equipment - including pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical systems - in order to ensure that production downtime is kept to a minimum. All activities must be performed according to corporate and plant safety standards and in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations as issued by regulatory agencies.

Responsibilities

• Installing, adjusting, repairing, and performing preventative maintenance on production and all related equipment.
• Performing mold, neck tooling changes, pin, and other equipment changes.
• Inspecting and replacing pneumatic and hydraulic hoses.
• Inspecting, rebuilding, and replacing valves and pumps.
• Maintaining machines in optimal processing condition.
• Welding, fabricating, and repairing various machines.
• Troubleshooting, locating root problems, and performing repairs.
• Operating production machines as needed.
• Performing additional duties as assigned by management.

Reasonable mandatory overtime may be required due to business needs.

Qualifications

Required:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• Strong mechanical and electrical skills
• Good analytical and problem‑solving skills and attention to detail
• Ability to recommend process improvements
• Commitment to safe work practices
• Solid English language and reading skills

Preferred:

• Basic computer and email skills; familiarity with Word and Excel, a plus
• PLC experience, a plus
• Current OSHA forklift certification, a plus
• Related experience in the food industry, a plus
• Mechanical experience on small engines, cars, or farm equipment, a plus

Altium Packaging, Our Culture Differentiates Us!

We incorporate our Guiding Principles into all aspects and at all levels of the organization and use them as a framework for decision-making. We believe our Guiding Principles foster a culture of excellence that benefits both employees and customers.

Our Guiding Principles

• Act with Integrity & in Compliance
• Drive Value Creation
• Be Disciplined Entrepreneurs
• Focus on the Customer
• Act with Humility
• Treat others with Dignity and Respect
• Seeking Fulfillment in your Work

We Believe in Rewarding our Most Important Resource - Our People!

We show our commitment to Total Rewards by providing a competitive, comprehensive benefits package. In addition to medical, dental and vision plans, company holidays and vacation days, tuition reimbursement, learning and training opportunities, bonus potential, and a 401(k) plan with company contributions, Altium Packaging locations offer rewards and recognition programs and opportunities to make a difference in the community.

EEO Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.