Maintenance Mechanic

Key Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair on conveyor systems (belt, roller, pallet-powered roller, tabletop chain, and spiral)
• Maintain and support tray formers, carton erectors, and associated gluing systems
• Troubleshoot and repair Vertical form, fill & seal (VFFS) baggers, rotary weigh head fillers, and bucket elevators
• Diagnose and repair electrical and control systems (PLCs, VFDs, servo drives)
• Maintain and service vacuum pump systems
• Complete all assigned PMs on time with quality to ensure equipment reliability
• Identify issues during PMs and generate follow-up work orders for corrective action
• Utilize CMMS - EAM systems to document work, track repairs, and manage work orders
• Follow safety procedures and complete all required training on time
• Partner with operations and maintenance teams to support uptime and continuous improvement

Required Qualifications

• Experience with industrial conveyors and packaging equipment
• Working knowledge of PLCs, VFDs, and servo-driven systems
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting ability
• Experience using CMMS - EAM systems
• Basic computer skills (email, training systems, documentation)
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment

Preferred Skills

• Experience in food or packaging manufacturing environments
• Pneumatics and hydraulics troubleshooting
• Ability to read electrical schematics and mechanical drawings
• Preventive maintenance program experience
• Continuous improvement mindset (Lean, 5S, root cause analysis)

Work Environment

• Fast-paced manufacturing setting with exposure to moving equipment

Education & Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent required

Additional Requirements

• Safety-sensitive role requiring consistent safe work practices
• Flexibility to work overtime, weekends, or rotating shifts as needed
• Ability to work in a production environment with moving equipment
• Strong communication skills across multiple functions
• Basic math and reading skills
• Ability to interpret technical documents (schematics, manuals, work orders)
• Proficiency with common measuring tools (calipers, micrometers, volt/ohm meters, etc.)
• Ability to disassemble, repair, rebuild, and troubleshoot plant equipment
• Basic fabrication capability for simple parts or tooling
• General computer proficiency required for job tasks

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

• Primarily works in a production and/or warehouse setting.
• Frequent standing/walking required.
• Frequent lifting up to 25 lbs.

All Menasha Packaging employees must conduct their work in a manner that complies with all legal standards and meets customer expectations. They will maintain quality standards by establishing, enforcing, and adhering to organizational standards set forth in published policies, procedures, and processes.

The above statements reflect the general details necessary to describe the principle functions of the occupation described and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the occupation.

Menasha Packaging is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the company will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with employer.

The expected salary range for this position is $30-$36/hour. This role is also eligible for an annual incentive plan and for a full benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance; basic term life, AD& D, Short and Long-term disability; EAP; 401(k) retirement savings plan; PTO and paid holidays.