Talent.com
No longer accepting applications
MAINTENANCE TECH

MAINTENANCE TECH

King Plastic CorporationNorth Port, Florida, US
16 hours ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Description :

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

  • Perform routine inspections, preventive maintenance, and repairs on plastics manufacturing equipment and systems, including extruders, conveyors, chillers, heaters, pumps, motors, and other mechanical / electrical components.
  • Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic issues to restore production equipment to proper working condition.
  • Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns and production emergencies to minimize downtime and maintain schedule compliance.
  • Conduct root cause analysis on recurring failures and implement effective corrective and preventive actions.
  • Assist in the installation, calibration, and setup of new manufacturing machinery and supporting systems, ensuring proper operation and integration with existing equipment.
  • Support commissioning activities for new systems, including testing, performance verification, and process optimization.
  • Execute preventive maintenance programs to proactively identify and address equipment wear or potential issues before failure.
  • Utilize predictive maintenance tools such as vibration analysis, thermal imaging, and oil sampling to monitor and maintain equipment health.
  • Maintain detailed maintenance logs and records, including work performed, parts used, and labor hours.
  • Prepare maintenance and performance reports with recommendations for improving reliability and reducing downtime.
  • Adhere to all company safety policies, lockout / tagout procedures, and regulatory requirements to ensure a safe working environment.
  • Keep maintenance and production areas clean, organized, and free of hazards.
  • Collaborate with production, quality, and engineering teams to address technical issues and improve overall process efficiency.
  • Identify opportunities for continuous improvement in maintenance methods, spare parts usage, and equipment reliability.
  • Participate in cross-functional improvement initiatives to enhance production uptime and product consistency.
  • Work as a team with other maintenance personnel to coordinate repairs, share technical knowledge, and support company goals.
  • Report to work on time and maintain consistent attendance as scheduled.

Requirements :

  • Minimum 3 years of experience in maintenance or repair within a plastics manufacturing or similar industrial environment.
  • Strong working knowledge of extrusion, molding, and / or thermoforming equipment preferred.
  • Proficient in troubleshooting electrical systems, PLC-controlled machinery, and mechanical drives.
  • Familiarity with hydraulic, pneumatic, and cooling systems used in plastics production.
  • Ability to interpret equipment manuals, blueprints, and electrical schematics.
  • Experience using computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).
  • Strong problem-solving and communication skills with a proactive, safety-first mindset.
  • Willingness to work overtime or weekends as required to support production needs.

    • Compensation details : 24-26 Hourly Wage

    PI77e3fc98fd07-29400-38426270

    Create a job alert for this search

    Maintenance Tech • North Port, Florida, US