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Welch Packaging

Maintenance Technician

Welch Packaging, Indianapolis, Indiana, us, 46262

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Welch Packaging

Headquartered in Elkhart, IN, Welch Packaging was started in 1985 with four employees. Since then, the company has grown to over one thousand employees and operates multiple sheet plants throughout the Midwest.

Key Responsibilities

Execute a plan of continued improvement of machine safety and general housekeeping

Work with crews to complete all preventative maintenance

Work with machine operator to troubleshoot and determine root cause of mechanical issues

Respond quickly to maintenance requests and prioritize effectively

Work hand in hand with Maintenance Manager to resolve any accident waiting to happen forms

Work as a team to maintain organization and inventory of maintenance shop and tools

Essential Functions

Responsible for maintaining company-owned machinery and equipment in proper working order

On-call emergency repairs

Responsible for taking control of breakdowns

Responsible for building maintenance

Regular, on-time attendance

Other duties as assigned

Pre-requisite Skills

Electrical certification preferred

Corrugated packaging industry experience a plus

Strong knowledge of mechanical machinery

Ability to use shop tools and equipment, drill press, shop grinders, welders, oxy-acetylene torch

Self-motivated and able to work from instructions

A good understanding of hydraulic and pneumatic systems

A strong trouble shooting and problem solving ability with practical, mechanical & electrical aptitude

Must be able to read and interpret both electrical and mechanical drawings

Must be fully computer literate with Microsoft environment

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, and email communication

Ability to work independently in a mature and professional manner

Accountability

Efficiency and quality of work performed

Ability to comply with procedures and processes

Ability to work well with others

Safe, timely, successful repairs

Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is frequently exposed to wet and or humid conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

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