Maintenance Engineer
<p>We are seeking an experienced Maintenance Manager / Maintenance Engineer to oversee maintenance operations in a plastics manufacturing environment. This key role ensures the reliability, safety, and performance of extrusion and bag making equipment, driving preventive maintenance, continuous improvement, and team development.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><p><strong>Maintenance & Equipment Reliability</strong></p><ul><li>Lead preventive and corrective maintenance activities for plastic extrusion and bag making equipment.</li><li>Troubleshoot and maintain critical components such as air rings, dies and die heaters, nip rollers, winders, bag machines, and sealers.</li><li>Diagnose and resolve issues with mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and related systems to minimize downtime.</li><li>Perform and supervise mechanical repairs (bearings, belts, chains, motors, gearboxes, shafts).</li><li>Support machine changeovers, setups, and process adjustments.</li></ul><p><strong>Leadership & Operations</strong></p><ul><li>Supervise, train, and mentor maintenance technicians.</li><li>Prioritize and assign maintenance tasks to meet production and safety targets.</li><li>Communicate equipment status, maintenance needs, and process improvement opportunities to production leadership.</li><li>Enforce compliance with all safety protocols, including lockout/tagout procedures and plant safety standards.</li></ul><p><strong>Preventive Maintenance & Continuous Improvement</strong></p><ul><li>Develop, implement, and manage preventive maintenance programs.</li><li>Analyze equipment failures and lead root cause corrective actions.</li><li>Support reliability initiatives, equipment upgrades, and continuous improvement projects.</li></ul><p><strong>Documentation & Compliance</strong></p><ul><li>Ensure accurate recording of maintenance activities and equipment history.</li><li>Maintain mechanical drawings, schematics, and maintenance records.</li><li>Help support audits and ensure regulatory and company compliance.</li></ul>
<p><strong>Required Qualifications:</strong></p><ul><li>Minimum of 5 years of maintenance experience in a plastics manufacturing environment.</li><li>Hands-on experience with extrusion lines and/or bag making equipment.</li><li>Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills.</li><li>Working knowledge of pneumatics and hydraulics.</li><li>Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and schematics.</li><li>Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities independently.</li><li>Reliable attendance and strong work ethic.</li></ul><p><strong>Preferred Qualifications:</strong></p><ul><li>Electrical troubleshooting experience (motors, sensors, limit switches, VFDs).</li><li>Experience with blown film extrusion.</li><li>Welding or fabrication skills.</li><li>Experience managing preventive maintenance programs.</li><li>Supervisory or leadership experience.</li><li>Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.</li></ul><p><strong>Physical Requirements:</strong></p><ul><li>Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 50 lbs.</li><li>Comfortable working around machinery, heat, and moving equipment.</li></ul><p><strong>Join our team to play a pivotal role in supporting safe, reliable, and efficient manufacturing operations, while growing your career in a dynamic environment. Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply today!</strong></p>
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- Compton, CA
- onsite
- Contract / Temporary to Hire
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43.00 - 60.00 USD / Hourly
- <p>We are seeking an experienced Maintenance Manager / Maintenance Engineer to oversee maintenance operations in a plastics manufacturing environment. This key role ensures the reliability, safety, and performance of extrusion and bag making equipment, driving preventive maintenance, continuous improvement, and team development.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><p><strong>Maintenance & Equipment Reliability</strong></p><ul><li>Lead preventive and corrective maintenance activities for plastic extrusion and bag making equipment.</li><li>Troubleshoot and maintain critical components such as air rings, dies and die heaters, nip rollers, winders, bag machines, and sealers.</li><li>Diagnose and resolve issues with mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and related systems to minimize downtime.</li><li>Perform and supervise mechanical repairs (bearings, belts, chains, motors, gearboxes, shafts).</li><li>Support machine changeovers, setups, and process adjustments.</li></ul><p><strong>Leadership & Operations</strong></p><ul><li>Supervise, train, and mentor maintenance technicians.</li><li>Prioritize and assign maintenance tasks to meet production and safety targets.</li><li>Communicate equipment status, maintenance needs, and process improvement opportunities to production leadership.</li><li>Enforce compliance with all safety protocols, including lockout/tagout procedures and plant safety standards.</li></ul><p><strong>Preventive Maintenance & Continuous Improvement</strong></p><ul><li>Develop, implement, and manage preventive maintenance programs.</li><li>Analyze equipment failures and lead root cause corrective actions.</li><li>Support reliability initiatives, equipment upgrades, and continuous improvement projects.</li></ul><p><strong>Documentation & Compliance</strong></p><ul><li>Ensure accurate recording of maintenance activities and equipment history.</li><li>Maintain mechanical drawings, schematics, and maintenance records.</li><li>Help support audits and ensure regulatory and company compliance.</li></ul>
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