Maintenance Technician Assistant

Description

The Maintenance Technician Assistant supports the Maintenance Team in ensuring all production equipment and facility systems operate safely and efficiently. This role focuses on assisting with preventive maintenance, basic troubleshooting, equipment setup, and maintaining organized, compliant work environments. The Assistant works under the direction of Maintenance Technicians and Supervisors while developing technical skills for future advancement.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist Maintenance Technicians with routine      service, repairs, and troubleshooting of production equipment
• Support preventive maintenance activities to      reduce downtime and extend equipment life 
• Help inspect equipment, components, and spare      parts upon arrival for accuracy and condition 
• Assist with machine installations,      repositioning, and basic setup tasks 
• Assist in diagnosing mechanical and basic      electrical issues under supervision 
• Use basic tools and instruments under guidance      
• Support root cause investigations by gathering      data, observations, and documentation 
• Escalate complex issues to Maintenance      Technicians or Supervisors 
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance      activities, repairs, and parts usage 
• Assist in tracking equipment history and      preventive maintenance schedules 
• Help organize maintenance areas, tools, and      spare parts inventory 
• Follow and support 5S standards
• Follow all safety procedures, GMP standards,      and electrical/mechanical safety requirements 
• Maintain a clean and hazard-free work      environment 
• Assist in identifying potential safety risks      and report concerns immediately 
• Support lockout/tagout procedures under      supervision 
• Communicate effectively with Maintenance,      Production, and Leadership teams 
• Assist with basic training of operators on      proper equipment handling when directed 
• Support Maintenance Technicians during      high-priority breakdowns 
• Perform other duties as assigned to support      continuous operations 
• Must be flexible to work 2nd or 3rd shift      rotation 

Availability for occasional on-call or overtime as needed  

Requirements

Required Skills

• Basic understanding of mechanical systems - gears,      bearings, belts, pulleys, etc.
• Ability to read and interpret basic prints,      drawings, or schematics preferred
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to      follow instructions 
• Good communication and teamwork skills 
• Ability to safely use basic hand tools and      shop equipment 
• Mechanical aptitude and problem-solving      mindset 
• Willingness to learn PLCs, drives, robotics,      and advanced systems over time 

Experience & Education

• High school diploma or GED required 
• Technical school training or coursework in      mechanical/electrical fields preferred 
• 0–2 years of maintenance, manufacturing, or      related experience 

Experience in plastics manufacturing is a plus but not required