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Now Hiring: 3rd Shift Industrial Maintenance Technician (Corrugated Manufacturing)
We are seeking an experienced 3rd Shift Industrial Maintenance Technician to support our corrugated manufacturing operation. This role is critical to maintaining the reliability and performance of high-speed corrugating and converting equipment during overnight production hours.
This position is well-suited for a technician who is technically strong, self-directed, and comfortable troubleshooting complex equipment with minimal supervision.
Key Responsibilities
Troubleshoot, maintain, and repair corrugating and converting equipment including:
Corrugators, double backers, wet end systems
Flexo folder gluers, die cutters, printers, stackers, and conveyors
Perform electrical and mechanical diagnostics on motors, drives, sensors, VFDs, gearboxes, chains, bearings, hydraulics, and pneumatics
Support production by responding to breakdowns, minimizing downtime, and restoring equipment safely and efficiently
Execute preventive and predictive maintenance activities to improve equipment reliability
Read and interpret electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, and OEM documentation
Assist with machine startups, changeovers, and continuous improvement initiatives
Accurately document work performed and communicate issues during shift handoff
Maintain a strong focus on safety, housekeeping, and lockout/tagout compliance
Qualifications
Previous industrial maintenance experience in a corrugated or paper-based manufacturing environment strongly preferred
Strong electrical troubleshooting skills (480V, control circuits, sensors, VFDs)
Solid mechanical background including rotating equipment, hydraulics, and pneumatics
PLC troubleshooting experience (Allen-Bradley preferred; programming a plus)
Ability to work independently and make sound decisions during 3rd shift operations
Willingness to work nights, weekends, and overtime as required
What We Offer
Competitive hourly pay with 3rd shift differential
Well-established corrugated facility
Opportunity to apply your technical skills where they have immediate impact
Respect for craftsmanship, experience, and safety
If you have corrugated industry experience and are looking for a technically challenging overnight role where your expertise is valued, we encourage you to apply.
Join a team that relies on precision, uptime, and skilled technicians to keep production moving.