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Maintenance Technician/Machine Operator

QC Plastics
Independence, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 7/6/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/29/2026

If you are the “handy” person that everyone calls when something needs to be fixed, we want to talk to you! Even if you haven’t worked in a maintenance or machine operator position before, you might be just the team member that we are looking for.

Job Summary

As a full-time Maintenance Technician/Machine Operator, your main tasks will be troubleshooting issues, performing preventative maintenance, and making necessary repairs on production machines, miscellaneous equipment, and plant facilities.

The remainder of your time will be spent setting up and running CNC mills, lathes, routers, and thermoforming equipment to make custom plastic parts.

Requirements

Applicants must be mechanically inclined, possess problem solving skills, be able to work independently, be organized, and be dependable.

The position requires working with technical support on the phone, so clear communication is necessary.

While certification in a mechanical or electrical field is appreciated, it is not required. Carpentry skills are a plus.

A willingness to learn new things and the ability to communicate respectfully with all team members is essential.

***Wages are based on experience and skills.***

Why Work With Us

  • Three-day weekends (Production hours are Monday – Thursday 6:00 AM to Thursday 4:30 PM. There may be some schedule flexibility with this position.)
  • Boredom-free days (Tons of task variety with this position – Every day is different)
  • Overtime is very rare (More time to do the things that you want to do)
  • On the job training (If you understand how machines work and have a good work ethic, we will train you to do the rest.)
  • Great co-workers (People work here because they like it! We are particular about who we hire because we want to keep it that way.)
  • Family-friendly flexibility (Our unique attendance policy allows you to have time off when you need it.)
  • No traffic commute (More sleep time in the morning - More fun and family time after work)
  • Optional end of year work week (Choose to work or to relax between the holidays)
  • Hero status (In our small team, you will be known. As the person who keeps everything running, you will be especially appreciated.)

We Offer

  • Competitive wages (Wages are based on experience & skills.)
  • PTO (Earn up to 80 hours the first year.)
  • Paid holidays
  • 401K with company match
  • Dental insurance
  • Supplemental insurance (accident, vision, life, disability, cancer, hospital)
  • PPE reimbursement

Benefits:

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

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person

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