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Maintenance Mechanic - 2nd Shift

Gelpac
Battle Creek, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 5/11/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/7/2026
Description

Essential Duties and Tasks:

  • Preform maintenance needs required for daily operations to keep running efficiently.
  • Research and submit request orders for parts, equipment, and tools.
  • Be proactive in resolving quality process failures.
  • Suggest ideas to support continuous improvement in all areas of the company.
  • Daily communication from shift to shift in the Engineering/Maintenance Department and with Manufacturing.
  • Assist in the training of safe work practices for new employees.
  • Abide by rules, regulations and guidelines set by ProAmpac, the State of Michigan (MIOSHA), and follow the AIB/Product Safety Program guidelines.
  • Maintain a clean and safe work environment suitable for the food packaging industry.

Skills And Abilities

  • Machine Repair or Millwright Journeyman’s card or documented experience (8,000 hours).
  • Thorough knowledge of machine tool operation, i.e., mill, lathe, drill press, grinder, miscellaneous hand tools.
  • Knowledge of measuring tools such as micrometers (inside and outside), dial calipers, different types of indicators, and measuring devices in both inch and metric.
  • Ability to read blueprints and perform tasks such as PM’s, pipefitting, fabricating, all types of welding (MIG, TIG, Wire, Stick) and use of oxygen/acetylene torches.
  • Physical ability to work from a ladder or platform, life a maximum of 90 pounds, and see clearly at twenty inches or less.
  • Ability to work in the following conditions: high noise levels, solvent fumes common in the printing industry, and medium heat.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive and flexible benefits package designed to support your well-being and help you thrive—at work and at home. Our offerings include:

  • Competitive compensation with performance-based incentives and retirement savings plans with company match
  • Customizable group benefits including health, dental, life, disability, and travel insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Employee perks such as discounts on insurance, wireless plans, travel, and more
  • Career development opportunities
  • A dynamic, inclusive work environment where your voice matters and your growth is supported

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.

For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.

Job Category: Maintenance

Full-Time

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