Maintenance Tech - Light Industrial Equipment

Leading Custom Packaging Company in business since 1985!!!

Job Description

We are currently seeking an experienced Light Industrial Maintenance Technician to join our team in our Albany, GA location. This position is full-time, daily hours do vary depending on the site workflow. Normal hours are 7 am - 3:30 pm, but could vary due to the need.

Responsibilities of this position include troubleshooting, maintaining, repairing electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic systems and controls.

Who We Are:

Since 1986 Quality Packaging Industries has provided full service Contract Packaging and Manufacturing. QPI provides complete turnkey packaging solutions to meet your packaging requirements. We take pride in our work and set goals to create the most cost-effective packaging solutions for your specific needs. Our vast experience in packaging, displaying, and sampling allow us to meet all your requirements taking your project from “conception to completion”

QPI has grown from a “traditional” co-packer to a leader in developing innovative packaging solutions. QPI’s goal of focusing on their client’s processes has allowed us to assist our clients in decisions regarding contract manufacturing, packaging engineering, merchandising and/or marketing. This leads to higher sales and profit potential for our clients.

About the Role:

This position is responsible for some installation, all preventative and scheduling maintenance along with all breakdown repairs, to various machinery and equipment including but not limited to; conveying systems, compressors, stretch wrappers, and physical structures (where applicable) by performing the following duties.

What you’ll do:

Core duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned

• Visually inspects and tests machinery and equipment; including daily, weekly and monthly checklists.
• Listens for unusual sounds from machines or equipment to detect malfunction and discusses machine operation variations with supervisors or other maintenance workers to diagnose problem or repair machine.
• Dismantles defective machines and equipment and installs new or repaired parts.
• Cleans and lubricates shafts, bearings, gears, and other parts of machinery.
• Installs and repairs electrical apparatus, such as transformers and wiring, and electrical and electronic components of machinery and equipment.
• Sets up and operates machine tools related to maintenance/fabrication complying with safety and proper use.
• Determine material, equipment, and supplies to be used. Transfers equipment and personnel from projects as necessary.
• Maintain well-documented system of maintenance and repair records.
• Source materials and /or equipment needed for maintenance.
• Participates in building and facilities maintenance and repair (if applicable by site).
• Comply with safety regulations and maintain clean and orderly work areas.
• Perform all other duties as assigned or needed.

Our Perfect Candidate

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Industrial Maintenance, Industrial Electricity or similar Certification preferred
• Certified Materials & Reliability Professional (CMRP) or Certified Maintenance & Reliability Technician (CMRT) a plus
• NFPA 70E Standard for Electrical Safety Certification a plus
• REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS:
• Forklift Certification or successful completion within 90 days of employment required
• 1 years of relevant work experience in machinery electrical experience required
• 1-2 years of related experience in light industrial machinery maintenance; or equivalent combination of education and experience required
• Knowledge of 110V 3 phase power required
• Knowledge of ladder logic a plus
• Knowledge of hydraulics a plus

Required Abilities and Skills:

• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Time management skills to prioritize and meet deadlines
• Expertise in analysis, critical decision making, and process improvement
• Demonstrated ability to anticipate and solve practical problems
• Employee is required to regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Applications including Excel, PowerPoint, Word and Outlook

Company Offers:

• Competitive salary will commensurate with experience and education
• Comprehensive benefits package available:Standard group benefits such as medical, dental and vision insurance available; medical insurance buy up option available; paid vacation, paid major holidays and 401k available after time in service; flexible spending accounts; weekly pay with direct deposit offered
• Company provided monthly meal onsite

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $19.00 per hour

Benefits:

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

Experience:

• Maintenance: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $19