What are the responsibilities and job description for the Industrial Maintenance Mechanic position at Custom Filters Direct?
# **Job Title: Maintenance Mechanic / PLC Controls Technician**
Are you experienced in **PLC troubleshooting and industrial maintenance** and looking for a hands-on role where your skills make an impact?
Custom Filters Direct is hiring a **Maintenance Mechanic / PLC Controls Technician** to support and maintain our automated production equipment. This is a critical role focused on minimizing downtime, troubleshooting issues in real time, and improving overall equipment performance.
## **Schedule**
Custom Filters Direct is a growing manufacturer specializing in **custom air filters** for eCommerce and direct fulfillment.
We are focused on maintaining **high-quality production, efficient operations, and continuous improvement** across our facility.
## **Position Overview**
In This Role, You Will
## **Key Responsibilities**
If you have strong PLC experience and are looking for a role where your skills are valued and make a real difference, we encourage you to apply today.
- Company:** Custom Filters Direct
- Location:** Bloomsburg, PA
Are you experienced in **PLC troubleshooting and industrial maintenance** and looking for a hands-on role where your skills make an impact?
Custom Filters Direct is hiring a **Maintenance Mechanic / PLC Controls Technician** to support and maintain our automated production equipment. This is a critical role focused on minimizing downtime, troubleshooting issues in real time, and improving overall equipment performance.
## **Schedule**
- Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM (1st Shift).** Overtime may be required based on business needs.
- Weekly Pay
- Salary based on experience
- Medical, Dental, Vision & Paid Time Off (PTO) offered after 90 days
Custom Filters Direct is a growing manufacturer specializing in **custom air filters** for eCommerce and direct fulfillment.
We are focused on maintaining **high-quality production, efficient operations, and continuous improvement** across our facility.
## **Position Overview**
In This Role, You Will
- Troubleshoot and repair automated equipment in real time
- Diagnose electrical, mechanical, and PLC-related issues
- Perform preventative maintenance to reduce downtime
- Support equipment upgrades and continuous improvement initiatives
## **Key Responsibilities**
- Troubleshoot and repair automated production equipment
- Diagnose and resolve electrical, mechanical, and PLC issues
- Work directly with PLC systems (Allen Bradley preferred)
- Perform preventative maintenance and equipment inspections
- Read and interpret electrical schematics and technical drawings
- Support equipment installations, upgrades, and improvements
- Partner with production teams to minimize downtime and improve efficiency
- **Strong PLC troubleshooting experience required***
- Experience with **Allen Bradley controls preferred***
- Solid electrical and mechanical background
- Experience in manufacturing or automated production environments
- Ability to diagnose and resolve issues quickly and independently
- Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
- Ability to stand and move throughout the facility for extended periods
- Frequent bending, reaching, and working with equipment
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
- Growing company with ongoing investment in automation
- Hands-on role with real impact on operations
- Opportunity to take ownership of equipment and processes
- Team-oriented environment focused on efficiency and improvement
If you have strong PLC experience and are looking for a role where your skills are valued and make a real difference, we encourage you to apply today.