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Maintenance Technician

Silgan Plastic Food Containers Corporation
Fort Smith, AR Full Time
POSTED ON 4/14/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/14/2026

POSITION TITLE:

Maintenance Technician

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION:

The Maintenance Technician II is responsible for troubleshooting and repairs on manufacturing equipment, secondary equipment including vision systems, robotics, printers, etc. Also able to perform setups, changeovers, adjustments, preventative maintenance.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Must be able to proficiently understand machines, conveyance equipment, robots, vision systems, and auxiliary equipment to diagnose malfunctions, and to affect repairs.
  • Troubleshoots and locates the source of the problem by observing the operation of the equipment.
  • Consult OEM manuals to identify proper equipment specific procedures, parts identification, pm schedules and frequency, troubleshooting, etc.
  • Perform adjustments and setups on a variety of equipment in support of production and in accordance with the company developed documents and all safety procedures.
  • Maintain a clean and safe work area and report/ correct all unsafe working conditions.
  • Read, use and interpret measuring devices, gauges and inspection tools.
  • Perform all required necessary preventive maintenance and repairs on equipment.

EDUCATION:

Preferred: Degree in Industrial technology or 5 years’ experience in industrial maintenance

EXPERIENCE:

Required: 3 years’ experience in maintenance production machinery.

SKILLS:

Required: Basic knowledge of extrusion, vacuum systems, material transfer, air systems, preventative maintenance, & safety equipment.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (if applicable):

The physical demands are representative of the physical requirements necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the Maintenance Mechanic job. Reasonable accommodation can be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the described essential functions.

LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.

All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Continued employment remains on an “at-will” basis.

Silgan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, or the presence of a disability, which would not prevent the performance of essential job duties with, or without reasonable accommodation of any other protective status.

Silgan is a drug-free workplace.

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