Maintenance Technician – Thermoforming Equipment & Facility Maintenance

Maintenance Technician – Thermoforming Equipment & Facility Maintenance

Curtis Wagner Plastics Corp. (CWP)
Location: Texas
Job Type: Full-Time
Salary: $50,000–$65,000 per year, based on experience

Position Summary

Curtis Wagner Plastics Corp. is seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician to maintain, troubleshoot, and repair our thermoforming production equipment and facility systems.

This is a hands-on position for someone with strong mechanical skills, experience working with industrial production machinery, and the ability to diagnose problems quickly and keep equipment operating safely and efficiently. The Maintenance Technician will work closely with production personnel to minimize downtime, support equipment changeovers, and complete preventive maintenance throughout the facility.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up, install, inspect, maintain, and repair thermoforming equipment and related production machinery.
• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance and respond to emergency repair needs.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and operational equipment issues.
• Diagnose equipment failures and complete repairs in a timely and safe manner.
• Support machine start-ups, production runs, shutdowns, and product changeovers.
• Identify opportunities to improve equipment reliability, safety, and production efficiency.
• Maintain accurate maintenance logs, inspection records, service reports, and equipment documentation.
• Track replacement parts, maintenance supplies, and tools.
• Coordinate with production team members to reduce downtime and keep manufacturing lines operating smoothly.
• Assist with general building and facility maintenance, including lighting, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and other repairs as needed.
• Follow all company safety procedures, lockout/tagout requirements, and workplace policies.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Perform other maintenance-related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• At least two years of industrial maintenance, thermoforming, or manufacturing equipment experience.
• Previous hands-on experience with thermoforming equipment or similar plastics production machinery.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to identify equipment problems and complete repairs with limited supervision.
• Ability to read and interpret equipment manuals, schematics, diagrams, and technical documentation.
• Basic knowledge of electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical systems.
• Ability to safely use hand tools, power tools, testing equipment, and maintenance machinery.
• Valid Texas driver’s license.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, climb, and work in physically demanding positions for extended periods.
• Willingness to work overtime, evenings, or occasional night shifts when production or maintenance needs require it.

Preferred Qualifications

• Technical training, certification, degree, or coursework in industrial maintenance, mechanical systems, electrical systems, engineering, or a related field.
• Experience in plastics manufacturing or thermoforming operations.
• Experience with preventive maintenance programs and computerized maintenance records.
• Bilingual English and Spanish communication skills.
• Familiarity with facility maintenance systems.

Compensation and Benefits

Curtis Wagner Plastics Corp. offers:

• Annual salary of $50,000–$65,000, based on experience and qualifications.
• Performance bonus eligibility.
• 401(k) matching plan.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Limited life insurance.
• Additional benefits provided in accordance with company policy.

Work Environment

This position is based in an indoor manufacturing facility and regularly involves:

• Moderate to high noise levels.
• Standing and walking for extended periods.
• Bending, kneeling, reaching, climbing, and lifting.
• Working around moving machinery and production equipment.
• Wearing required personal protective equipment.
• Occasional overtime, evening, weekend, or night work.

How to Apply

Apply through Indeed and include a current resume highlighting your experience with thermoforming equipment, industrial machinery, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and facility repairs.

Qualified applicants may be contacted to discuss their technical experience and availability.

Please do not call regarding this position.

Pay: $50,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Do you have hands-on experience maintaining thermoforming equipment or plastics manufacturing machinery?
• How many years of thermoforming equipment maintenance experience do you have?
• Can you read electrical schematics and mechanical drawings?
• What electrical voltage systems have you worked on?
• Do you have experience troubleshooting pneumatic and hydraulic systems?

Experience:

• Industrial maintenance: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Texas driver's license? (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $50,000 - $65,000