Sr. Maintenance Technician – Electrical

Advance Polybag Northeast, Inc.; Maryland; On-site; USD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance available

Job summary

Advance Polybag Northeast, Inc. is seeking a Sr. Maintenance Technician – Electrical to ensure electrical reliability and optimize bag-making equipment in Baltimore, MD. This role requires deep electrical expertise, hands-on experience with LEMO machines, and a strong mechanical aptitude. The technician will lead efforts in troubleshooting and preventative maintenance, ensuring efficient operation of production systems.

The position is critical for production uptime, with a salary range of $90,000 - $100,000, and relocation assistance available for qualified candidates.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of industrial maintenance experience, with a strong electrical focus.
• Hands-on experience working on LEMO bag-making machines.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot complex electrical and control systems.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair industrial electrical systems.
• Perform scheduled preventative maintenance programs.
• Document all work accurately in the CMMS system.

Skills

Industrial maintenance experience

Troubleshooting electrical systems

Reading electrical schematics

Working with VFDs

Knowledge of CMMS systems

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Electrical testing meters

Job description

Sr. Maintenance Technician – Electrical

It’s fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they’re doing! We’re committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business. The Sr. Maintenance Technician – Electrical is a critical hands‑on role responsible for the electrical reliability, troubleshooting, and optimization of LEMO bag‑making equipment and supporting production systems. This role requires deep electrical expertise with strong mechanical aptitude to support high‑speed manufacturing operations. The technician will act as a technical leader on shift, responding to breakdowns, driving preventative maintenance, and ensuring safe, efficient operation of production equipment.

Location: Baltimore (Elkridge), MD
Salary range: $90,000 - $100,000
Relocation assistance is available for qualified candidates

Key Responsibilities

• Electrical Systems (Primary Focus) – Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair industrial electrical systems, including PLC‑controlled machinery, Servo motors and drives, VFDs, sensors, encoders, relays, and control panels, AC/DC motors and motor controls.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and control drawings.
• Install, replace, and program VFDs and electrical components as required.
• Perform electrical testing using meters, megohmmeters, and diagnostic tools.
• Ensure all electrical work complies with NEC, OSHA, and plant safety standards.
• Maintain, troubleshoot, and optimize LEMO bag‑making machines.
• Respond quickly to electrical faults impacting LEMO equipment uptime.
• Perform electrical PMs specific to high‑speed converting equipment.
• Support machine startups, changeovers, and upgrades related to LEMO systems.
• Execute scheduled preventative maintenance (PM) programs to minimize downtime.
• Perform root‑cause analysis on electrical failures and recommend corrective actions.
• Communicate machine conditions and repair status clearly to production leadership.
• Document all work accurately in the CMMS system.
• Perform limited mechanical repairs (bearings, belts, chains, pneumatics) as needed.
• Assist with installation and commissioning of new equipment.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas.
• Provide technical guidance to junior maintenance technicians and operators.
• Promote safe work practices, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) compliance.
• Maintain strong cross‑functional communication with operations and supervision.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of industrial maintenance experience, with a strong electrical focus.
• Hands‑on experience working on LEMO bag‑making machines.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot complex electrical and control systems.
• Experience installing and maintaining VFDs and motor control systems.
• Proficient in reading electrical schematics and technical documentation.
• Working knowledge of CMMS systems.
• High school diploma or GED.

Preferred Skills & Qualifications

• Technical certification or trade school training (Electrical, Mechatronics, or related field).
• Experience in plastics manufacturing, converting, or extrusion environments.
• Strong electrical troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills.
• Proficiency with VFDs, PLC‑controlled equipment, and industrial controls.
• Working knowledge of CMMS systems.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize effectively, and communicate clearly.
• Prior senior or lead technician experience preferred.
• Strong safety awareness and adherence to LOTO and OSHA standards.

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, kneel, and climb ladders/platforms regularly.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Work in a manufacturing environment with noise, temperature variation, and moving equipment.
• Participation in an on‑call rotation as required.