Manufacturing Equipment Reliability Technician

Keep production moving—reliably, safely, efficiently

Join us as the go-to technician ensuring equipment performance and plant readiness. If you thrive on fast diagnostics, safe work practices, and owning results, this role is for you.

Core impact

• Rapidly troubleshoot electrical and mechanical faults on manufacturing assets.
• Install, service, and repair plant machinery, building systems, and services; maintain spare-parts storage and inventory.
• Interpret and apply schematics, prints, and technical drawings to repairs and installations.
• Disassemble, repair, reassemble, and test machinery for reliable operation.
• Start up and shut down plant utilities (generator, air compressor, cooling tower, chiller), including emergency procedures.
• Swap out defective electrical components (switches, sockets, and related devices).
• Perform rigging and lifting according to best practices.
• Apply intermediate machine shop capabilities when needed.
• Adhere to all safety protocols—specifically lock-out/tag-out—on every task.
• Complete facility tasks such as carpentry, plumbing, and painting per project needs.
• Assist electricians with troubleshooting and corrective actions.
• Document and communicate shift issues to the Plant Engineer/Shift Supervisor.
• Maintain clean, organized workspaces.
• Support any area of forming production as required.
• Perform additional related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• 5 years of relevant maintenance experience in manufacturing or industrial settings.
• High mechanical aptitude with a track record in electro-mechanical troubleshooting and repair.
• Basic computer proficiency for logging work and accessing technical info.
• Proven problem solver with practical judgment.

Work style and interpersonal skills

• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Works independently with minimal oversight; strong collaborator.
• Positive attitude and cooperative approach.
• Effective contributor in team environments.

Physical requirements and environment

• Standing and walking for extended periods; frequent manual tool use.
• Frequent talking and hearing to coordinate with team members.
• Climbing, stooping, bending, and reaching.
• Occasional pushing/pulling, kneeling, and crouching.
• Lift/move up to 20 lbs regularly; up to 50 lbs occasionally.
• Close vision and ability to distinguish shades/colors.
• Consistent noise levels above 85 dB; proximity to moving parts and lift trucks.
• Exposure to paper dust.
• Occasional fumes/vapors or hazardous substances (e.g., degreasers, silicone sprays).
• Higher ambient temperature/humidity during summer months.

Proficiencies

• Facilities Maintenance Experience
• Maintenance and Repair Skills