Kampack- Maintenance Engineer

Kampack, GA is a leading manufacturer of corrugated paper sheets and products. We are committed to delivering high-quality packaging solutions while fostering a collaborative and dynamic work environment.

Job Summary:

The Maintenance Engineer is responsible for performing hands-on troubleshooting, maintenance, repairs, and technical improvements on industrial manufacturing equipment within a corrugated packaging facility. This position requires strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills and the ability to diagnose and resolve equipment failures efficiently to minimize production downtime.

The Maintenance Engineer works directly on production machinery and collaborates with Maintenance Technicians, Production Supervisors, and Operations Management to maintain equipment reliability, improve machine performance, and support safe and efficient manufacturing operations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform hands-on mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic troubleshooting and repairs on manufacturing equipment.
• Diagnose and repair equipment failures involving corrugators, converting machines, flexographic printers, die cutters, conveyors, motors, and other industrial production equipment.
• Troubleshoot PLC-controlled equipment, variable frequency drives (VFDs), sensors, electrical circuits, and industrial control systems.
• Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns and production maintenance calls, arriving prepared with the necessary tools and equipment.
• Identify the root causes of recurring equipment failures and implement corrective actions to prevent future breakdowns.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance to maintain equipment performance and reduce unplanned downtime.
• Repair and replace mechanical components, including bearings, gearboxes, belts, chains, motors, pumps, and drive systems.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, equipment manuals, and technical specifications.
• Perform equipment adjustments, calibrations, modifications, and repairs to improve machine reliability and production efficiency.
• Assist with the installation, setup, testing, and commissioning of new or upgraded manufacturing equipment.
• Work directly with machine operators and production supervisors to identify equipment problems and resolve operational concerns.
• Document completed repairs, equipment failures, maintenance activities, and recommended corrective actions.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on equipment reliability, safety, quality, and reducing downtime.
• Follow all company safety policies, lockout/tagout procedures, machine guarding requirements, and applicable OSHA regulations.
• Maintain tools, equipment, and work areas in a safe, organized, and professional manner.
• Provide technical assistance and guidance to maintenance personnel when troubleshooting complex equipment problems.
• Perform additional maintenance and technical duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Strong hands-on industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience troubleshooting and repairing industrial mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Working knowledge of PLCs, VFDs, hydraulics, pneumatics, motors, and industrial control systems.
• Ability to diagnose equipment failures and independently perform necessary repairs.
• Ability to read electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, and technical manuals.
• Experience working with high-speed automated production machinery.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to respond effectively to equipment breakdowns.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced production environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate's or bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Maintenance Technology, or a related technical field.
• Three to five years of industrial maintenance experience.
• Experience in corrugated packaging, paper manufacturing, printing, or converting operations.
• Experience with corrugators, flexographic printers, die cutters, and material-handling equipment.
• Experience with preventive maintenance systems and root cause analysis.