Production Maintenance Technician — Keep Machinery Running

Reliant Worldwide Plastics; Gainesville (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Reliant Worldwide Plastics in Gainesville, Texas is seeking an experienced Maintenance Helper to minimize downtime on production machinery and perform routine maintenance on buildings and property. The role requires 1 year of maintenance experience and strong troubleshooting abilities.

You will work under the Maintenance Supervisor, performing preventive tasks, equipment cleanings, and various assigned projects while maintaining safety and housekeeping standards at all times.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1 year maintenance experience.
• Proven record of successful troubleshooting and preventive maintenance.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Must have basic knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, and Word).
• Ability to work in hot or cold temperature climates for extended periods.
• Ability to squat, crouch, bend and stoop.
• Ability to walk and/or stand for extended periods.
• Must read, write, speak and understand English.

Responsibilities

• Assist in maintaining production and facility equipment to include installation, set up, preventative maintenance and adjustments required by technical service instructions.
• Perform preventive maintenance tasks at the direction of the Maintenance Supervisor on injection molding related equipment required in tooling and manufacturing.
• Dismantles machinery and equipment and repair at the direction of the Maintenance Supervisor.
• Cleans and lubricates shafts, pulleys, gears, bearings, bushings, etc.
• Maintains housekeeping with regard to work areas, tools, company vehicles and other equipment.
• Complete special projects and perform other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Verbal communication

Written communication

Reading technical instructions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Reliant Worldwide Plastics in Gainesville, Texas is seeking an experienced Maintenance Helper to minimize downtime on production machinery and perform routine maintenance on buildings and property. The role requires 1 year of maintenance experience and strong troubleshooting abilities.

You will work under the Maintenance Supervisor, performing preventive tasks, equipment cleanings, and various assigned projects while maintaining safety and housekeeping standards at all times.