Industrial Maintenance Lead Technician

Petoskey Plastics aspires to stand out as an industry leader in sustainability, using advanced recycling technology to manufacture high-quality films, bags, and resins from post-consumer materials. Our commitment to eco-friendly innovation sets us apart, as we strive to earn the appreciation and respect of our customers, associates, and communities. If you are seeking a family-oriented company that values career growth and provides robust paid training, explore the comprehensive benefits listed below to see how Petoskey Plastics can support your professional journey. 
 
We’re headquartered in Petoskey where our Lake Michigan shores are clasped by rhythmic waves of seafoam and cobalt. We’re honored to have roots in Texas, Tennessee, and Indiana as our production has expanded over the years. Our custom-engineered solutions tackle a variety of industries, including automotive, industrial, institutional, retail, construction, home improvement, medical, and more. Always moving forward! > IN THE NEWS 

A few of our over 20 competitive benefits: 

• Medical, Prescription, Dental, and Vision benefits - valued at $4/hr over your base pay!

• PTO - start accruing just two weeks after your start date

• Earn a $500 bonus for maintaining a full-time status for the first 90 days of employment with good attendance.

• Petoskey Plastics pays 3% of your annual earnings into your 401k regardless of your contribution!

• Profit Sharing

• Birthday Pay

• Call-in Bonus

• Safety Shoe and Safety Glasses Reimbursement

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Wellness Reimbursement (up to $400 annually)

• Life Insurance

• Short- and Long-Term Disability

The Maintenance Lead Technician is responsible for organizing, planning, implementing, and measuring daily maintenance activities.  They will demonstrate leadership through the upkeep of manufacturing equipment, performing repairs as prioritized by management, working on PLCs, and documenting all activities in the work order module of the computerized maintenance management system.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate effective communication skills, acting as the liaison between the Maintenance Manager and the Maintenance Team
• Organize and lead team members on assignments and projects
• Effectively manage time and deadlines
• Promote continuous improvement by facilitating training, improving PMs, etc.
• Demonstrate exceptional attention to safety, and lead by example when setting standards for the Maintenance Team
• Set the standard for professionalism, cleanliness, attitude, work ethic and respect for fellow associates
• Possess an advanced understanding of electrical systems, PID controls, IO readings, PLCs, DC motors and drives, AC motors and drives, hydraulics and pneumatics
• Restore machinery to a condition better than its original state
• Help ensure that drawings, programs and manuals are accurate, available and up to date
• Demonstrate superior troubleshooting skills and devise permanent solutions to mechanical issues
• Have the ability to use mathematical formulas to solve mechanical problems
• Handle equipment and tools properly and with care
• Possess the ability to read, create and update mechanical drawings
• Excellent follow up skills and attention to detail
• Be willing to work overtime, cover shifts and respond to call-ins, as needed
• Perform additional duties as assigned by management

Education

• Two-year technical degree 
  Experience
• Minimum 10 years industrial equipment maintenance experience in manufacturing
  Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
• Epicor or other maintenance specific software databases
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Organization and documentation skills
• PLC programming and troubleshooting experience
• Troubleshoot AC and DC drives down to the board level
• Ability to work in and lead teams
• Proficient knowledge in mechanical, electrical, blueprint reading, hydraulic, pneumatics, arc welding, gas welding and cutting
• Commitment to safety and quality
• Self-directed with good time management skills
• Forklift certification