Maintenance Specialist

Maintenance Specialist Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on manufacturing equipment, extrusion lines, facility systems, and electrical distribution equipment to maximize uptime and productivity
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, conveyor, PLC, HMI, PC-based control systems, AC/DC drives, and machine controls
• Program, modify, install, and support PLC hardware, software, and automated control systems, coordinating with outside vendors when necessary
• Design, troubleshoot, and modify electrical control circuits, including standard and safety circuits
• Inspect, test, and verify equipment performance after repairs to ensure safe and reliable operation
• Utilize the CMMS system to manage work orders, document maintenance activities, track labor, and record parts usage
• Conduct root cause failure analysis, update equipment documentation, and implement corrective actions to improve equipment reliability
• Support continuous improvement initiatives, including 5S activities, shift handoffs, and collaboration with production and maintenance teams

Maintenance Specialist Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience with industrial maintenance or an Associate's degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technology, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or Industrial Maintenance or a state-approved apprenticeship program
• Certified in Allen-Bradley PLC, HMI, and AC/DC drive training courses
• Experience with NEC, OSHA, and EPA standards
• Experience with NFPA 70B & 70E
• MIG, TIG, and stick welding experience
• Knowledge of plastic compounding technology

Pay

The Maintenance Specialist will support the manufacturing teams and maintenance departments.

Schedule

Follow all safety policies and applicable regulations, maintain personal tools, work overtime as needed, and perform other duties as assigned.