Maintenance Technician

Maintenance Technician

Location: 3130 Verona Ave, Buford, GA 30518

Hours: First Shift some overtime & weekends (rare)

Salary: $36/hour

Start Date: ASAP

Duration: 3-month contract to hire

Summary

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing preventive and reactive maintenance to support plant manufacturing operations. Key priorities include executing PM schedules, repairing equipment to maintain maximum production rates, and managing spare parts inventory. This role requires flexibility to work 40+ hours per week, weekends as needed, and fulfill on-call duties for repairs and assistance.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair machines and controls (extruders, corrugators, extrusion die, DC/AC motors & drives, downstream equipment, chillers, etc.).
• Complete PM and repair work orders in CMMS system promptly and accurately.
• Order replacement parts and control components as needed.
• Serve as first responder for machine troubleshooting; escalate to Electrical Engineering when necessary.
• Support daily management initiatives and continuous improvement projects to enhance efficiency and safety.
• Collaborate with production staff to ensure safe and reliable equipment operation.
• Maintain and build job skills through company training programs.

Must-Haves

• 2+ years of industrial maintenance experience
• Strong electrical skills and experience with industrial systems.
• Ability to read electrical, pneumatic, and mechanical drawings.
• Knowledge of NEC, UL508A, NFPA 79 codes.
• Proficiency in Lockout/Tagout safety procedures, Arc Flash, and PPE requirements.
• Skilled in troubleshooting PLC I/O, networking, AC/DC drives, and servo systems.
• Strong mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and pneumatic troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs repeatedly and work in extreme temperatures.

Plusses

• Experience with plastics manufacturing.
• Knowledge of injection molding and extrusion processes.
• Basic PLC and drive training.

Preferred Experience

• 2–5 years in industrial maintenance, electrical systems, and controls.
• Familiarity with plastic processing.

Educational Requirements

• High School or Vocational School Diploma (required).
• Technician-level training in electrical, hydraulics, and pneumatics (preferred).