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Maintenance Mechanic/ Technician
Preventative Maintenance
The Preventive Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing scheduled preventive maintenance tasks on a wide range of industrial equipment used in plastic film recycling operations. This role ensures equipment reliability, minimizes downtime, and supports safe, efficient plant operations. The technician will work on systems including bale breakers, shredders, optical sorters, conveyors, granulators, washing equipment, pressure and vacuum conveying systems, plastic extrusion lines, and wastewater treatment equipment. Additional duties may be assigned based on operational needs.
Job Duties:
- Perform all scheduled preventive maintenance tasks according to established PM procedures as assigned by the Preventive Maintenance Planner or Maintenance Manager.
- Inspect, lubricate, adjust, and replace components on mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
- Document all PM activities accurately in Maintain X, including parts used, findings, and follow?up needs.
- Identify potential equipment issues during PM inspections and escalate concerns to the Preventive Maintenance Planner & Maintenance Manager.
Technicians will perform PM tasks on, but not limited to, the following equipment:
- Bale braking systems
- Material shredders and granulators
- Optical sortation equipment
- Conveyor systems (belt, chain, screw, etc.)
- Material washing and drying equipment
- Grenulators
- Pressure and vacuum conveying systems
- Plastic extrusion and pelletizing equipment
- Wastewater treatment systems (pumps, screens, tanks, filters, etc.)
Troubleshooting & Support:
- Assist maintenance staff with basic troubleshooting when issues are discovered during PM tasks.
- Support corrective maintenance activities as needed to ensure equipment uptime.
- Communicate equipment conditions, risks, and improvement opportunities to leadership.
Safety & Compliance
- Follow all plant safety policies, lockout/tagout procedures, and PPE requirements.
- Maintain a clean and safe work environment around all equipment and maintenance areas.
- Report unsafe conditions or equipment hazards immediately.
Documentation & Reporting
- Complete PM checklists, work orders, and equipment logs with accuracy and detail.
- Record parts usage and notify inventory personnel when stock levels are low.
- Provide feedback to improve PM procedures and equipment reliability.
Other Duties
- Assist with special projects, equipment installations, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Perform general maintenance tasks as assigned by the Preventive Maintenance Planner or Maintenance Supervisor.
- Participate in training to expand technical skills and equipment knowledge.
Qualifications Required:
- Experience in industrial maintenance, mechanical repair, or preventive maintenance.
- Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, and PM procedures.
- Basic knowledge of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to completing tasks thoroughly.
- Ability to work safely in an industrial environment with moving machinery.
- Good communication and teamwork skills.
Preferred
- Experience in plastics recycling, extrusion, or similar industrial environments.
- Familiarity with CMMS software for PM documentation.
- Knowledge of wastewater treatment equipment and processes.
- Basic welding, fabrication, or electrical troubleshooting skills.
Working Conditions
- Industrial recycling environment with exposure to noise, heat, dust, and moving equipment.
- Frequent walking, climbing, bending, and lifting up to 50 lbs.
- Standard 5 – 10 hour day work weeks.
- May require overtime, weekend work, or on?call support depending on plant needs.
Monday-Friday
6:45am-5:00pm
$33.00-35.00/hr DOE
- Will work in teams of 2
- Temporary to Hire
- Background/Drug Test/Everify
Connersville, IN 47331
Please send resumes to imarquez@elitestaffinginc.com
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