Salary: $62.4k - 72.8k per year + none
Reference: AB_4983954
Lead the Floor: Senior Packaging Maintenance Mechanic
Are you a technical expert who thrives on solving complex mechanical puzzles and driving operational excellence? Step into a high-impact Senior Maintenance Mechanic role with an industry-leading custom packaging manufacturer. We need a master technician to lead critical repairs, optimize automated production systems, and mentor junior mechanics.
Role Overview
Key Responsibilities & Leadership
Advanced Diagnostics: Lead complex mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic troubleshooting across automated converting and packaging lines to eliminate downtime.
Machining & Fabrication: Expertly operate shop tools (lathes, drill presses, grinders) and welding equipment to fabricate, modify, and restore custom machine parts.
Controls & Schematics: Read and interpret electrical diagrams, ladder logic, blueprints, and hydraulic schematics for root-cause analysis and system repairs.
Installations & Upgrades: Lead the setup, calibration, and commissioning of new equipment and major machine overhauls.
Mentorship: Serve as the shift technical authority—training junior mechanics on best practices, machine setups, and safety protocols.
Operations Support: Manage spare parts inventory, order critical components, consult with equipment vendors, and log work orders in the CMMS.
Safety & Standards: Maintain a zero-compromise safety environment and proactively identify ways to optimize machinery performance.
What You Bring
Experience: 3+ years of industrial maintenance experience in high-speed manufacturing or packaging environments.
Technical Mastery: strong working knowledge of mechanical drives, PLCs, electrical controls, pneumatics, and metal fabrication.
Leadership: Excellent communication skills with a track record of mentoring team members and solving problems independently under production deadlines.
Why Join Us?
Autonomy: Work with state-of-the-art machinery where your expertise directly drives success.
Growth: Continuous skill development with clear paths toward technical leadership roles.
Stability: Competitive pay, strong benefits, and long-term career security with an industry leader.
salary: $62,400 - $72,800 per year
shift: Third
work hours: 5 PM - 6 PM
education: High School
Responsibilities
System & Equipment Support: Assist senior staff with routine inspections, preventive maintenance, and repairs on machinery, equipment, and building systems.
Maintenance Tasks: Perform scheduled preventive maintenance (lubrication, filter changes, component replacements).
Troubleshooting & Repairs: Learn to troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems. Dismantle defective machines using handheld/pneumatic tools, visually locate damaged components, and install/repair electrical parts.
Machining & Welding: Set up and operate metalworking tools (lathe, drill press, grinder) to fabricate/repair parts. Use cutting torches and welding equipment.
Equipment Operation & Schematics: Read blueprints, ladder logic, and schematics to solve issues. Utilize control systems to test and properly shut down machinery.
Installation & Inventory: Assist with setting up new equipment, order/requisition replacement parts, manage spare parts inventory, and consult with vendors.
Safety & Documentation: Maintain accurate maintenance records (work orders, manuals) and strictly adhere to safety protocols.
Skills
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Maintenance
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Electrical
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General Maintenance
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Electronic Maintenance
Qualifications
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Years of experience: 4 years
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Experience level: Experienced
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Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).
This posting is open for thirty (30) days.
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