Senior Maintenance Mechanic - Food Packaging Equipment

Huhtamaki; Hammond (IN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Huhtamaki in Hammond, IN is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to diagnose and repair mechanical systems in our food-packaging operations. You will work on production machines, conveyors, hydraulics, and piping, following blueprints and service manuals to keep lines running safely and efficiently.

The role requires hands-on problem solving, welding for repairs, preventive maintenance, and active participation in continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Accurately diagnose and solve mechanical problems as they arise.
• Repairs and maintains machinery and equipment such as production machines, conveyor systems, hydraulics, power transmissions and all mechanical equipment.
• Visually inspects and performs preventative maintenance to machines and equipment.
• Performs welding tasks related to repairing equipment/machinery.
• Follows blueprints, diagrams and service manuals to repair broken parts, realign and adjust mechanical components and to dismantle machines to gain access to the problem areas.
• Works on air and hydraulic pipes on the machines by measuring, cutting, threading and installing new pipe.
• Actively supports and participates in the continuous improvement process.
• All other duties as signed by supervisor.

Job description

Huhtamaki in Hammond, IN is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to diagnose and repair mechanical systems in our food-packaging operations. You will work on production machines, conveyors, hydraulics, and piping, following blueprints and service manuals to keep lines running safely and efficiently.

The role requires hands-on problem solving, welding for repairs, preventive maintenance, and active participation in continuous improvement initiatives.