Maintenance Technician

Maintenance Technician

Location: McElhattan, PA 

Pay: $21.00 – $23.00 per hour 

Shift: 12‑hour schedule | 6:45 PM – 7:00 AM

Role Overview

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, and adjusting mechanical equipment, machinery, and components in a fast‑paced production environment. This position is ideal for candidates with 1–2 years of mechanical experience who are looking to grow their skills in industrial maintenance.

Principal Accountabilities & Responsibilities

• Safety compliance — Follow all safety rules and use proper PPE at all times.
• Regulatory adherence — Comply with GMP, FDA, and ISO regulations.
• Mechanical repairs — Repair mechanical components on production equipment as required.
• Troubleshooting — Diagnose mechanical and operational issues and perform corrective actions.
• Machine operation — Operate machinery to test and verify repairs.
• Changeovers & setups — Conduct or assist with equipment changeovers and setups.
• Preventive maintenance — Perform PM checks, inspections, and report findings to leadership.
• PM improvement — Recommend updates to preventive maintenance requirements and intervals.
• Team collaboration — Share knowledge, assist with training, and support team members.
• Training participation — Attend company‑provided training seminars as applicable.
• Documentation — Complete all required paperwork accurately and on time.
• General duties — Maintain a clean work area and perform additional tasks as directed.

Education & Experience Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent (Required)
• 1–2 years of mechanical experience (ideal for this role)
• Three years of industrial experience or equivalent (Preferred)
• Technical or vocational training in mechanics (Preferred)

Technical Skills & Abilities

• Advanced mechanical knowledge
• Pneumatics & hydraulics — Standard working knowledge
• Quality & production understanding — Specifications, efficiency, scrap, and production metrics
• Hand & power tools — Ability to operate safely and effectively
• Measuring tools — Micrometers, vernier calipers, and related instruments
• Equipment operation — Ability to run production equipment as needed
• Teamwork — Proven ability to work in a collaborative environment