Maintenance Technician - Packaging & Filling Equipment

Pay: $34.00 - $40.00 per hour

Job description Maintenance Technician

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

The production line mechanic will be responsible for all production maintenance, including product quality control, line maintenance, and repair of line machinery and equipment.

• This role involves applying mechanical expertise in determining work methods and procedures for producing quality products.
• Follow, without exception, all work instructions and safety policies, including use of all PPE and safety equipment.
• Examine machine controls to perform changeovers and start up machines for production needs when required.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance checks on all production equipment and machinery.
• Repair basic mechanical components and replace parts on machines such as bearings, filters, wiring, valves, gauges and switches.
• Observe and listen to mechanical devices in operation to locate causes of problem.
• Dismantle devices to gain access to and remove defective parts.
• Adjust functional parts of devices and control instruments.
• Inspect used parts to determine changes in dimensional requirements.
• Lubricate and clean machinery and support equipment to maintain housekeeping and preventive maintenance standards within the plant.
• Document and track changeover times and record.
• Accomplish all work orders to maintain safety; reduce downtime; decrease scrap; improve quality production; and improve plant efficiency.
• Follows all safety rules and procedures including Lockout/Tagout program, housekeeping, and observes the operations to insure a safe work environment.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Position Requirements / Qualifications:

• Strong Mechanical Aptitude
• Experience with Terco fillers and Crimpers
• 2-5 years work experience in a manufacturing environment
• Ability to work well with others
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred

Labor Solutions, LLC is a leader in the professional, temporary, and direct hire industry throughout the Midwest area. Our clients range from individual entrepreneurs to large corporations, and while we are big enough to serve Fortune 100 companies, we are small enough to stay nimble in an always-changing market.

Thank you!