Maintenance Technician III

Responsible for supporting the day-to-day operations of a fast-paced packaging manufacturing facility. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in conducting, maintaining, testing, and repairing electrical/electronic, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems and components. This role requires applying strong knowledge of electromechanical principles to diagnose equipment malfunctions and restore functionality across all areas of manufacturing.

Work Schedule:

1st Shift:  Mondays-Fridays; 5:00AM-1:30PM

Compensation:

$30.00 – $40.00 per hour, quarterly bonuses

Duties & Responsibilities:

Tasks related to this position may vary and are not limited to those listed below:

• Follow established safety rules, policies and procedures at all times
• Direct supervision of maintenance staff including recruiting, selecting, training and developing associates through coaching and disciplinary actions
• Direct the maintenance team on day-to-day maintenance tasks, including PM’s, break downs, parts inventory, etc.
• Communicate and coach production staff on best practices related to machine use and safety
• Learn and increase knowledge of all machines and their function
• Engage in related support functions that impact machine ability to run orders
• Schedule and complete preventative maintenance of equipment, including inspecting, calibrating, safety checks, repair/replace broken or warn components
• Repair equipment, including identifying replacement parts, to purchase or fabricate or adjust as necessary
• Purchase parts and components, within designated spending authority, ensuring quality and cost savings as appropriate
• Dismantle and reassemble machinery such as motors, conveyer lines, flexo folder gluers, presses, banders, bundlers and printing machinery
• Fabricate structural changes to the work areas or machines to ensure safety, minimize potential injuries and increase efficiencies, including guarding, building platforms or racking
• Upgrade, modify or adjust all machines and/or existing guarding to increase safety
• Follow all safety rules, including lockout/tagout, regulations, machine guidelines and guarding while maintaining a strict PM schedule for all machines and equipment
• Other duties as assigned

Skill Set:

• Mechanical: Understanding of machinery, mechanical systems, and ability to repair/maintain mechanical equipment, including hydraulics and pneumatics.
• Electrical: Proficiency in working with electrical circuits and systems, including troubleshooting and repair of electrical issues, knowledge of wiring, controls, and automation systems.
• Blueprint Reading: Ability to interpret and understand blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings.
• Equipment Maintenance: Performing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairing various types of equipment and machinery

Qualifications Desired:

• Minimum of 5 years of machine maintenance experience
• 2 years of leadership experience
• Certified forklift operator
• Proficient in welding
• Electrical License preferred: Applicant willing to enroll in BCI provided ELC classes
• Previous electrical maintenance experience in industrial or manufacturing setting
• Technical school preferred
• Computer experience/operation and PLC troubleshooting and knowledge
• Ability to maintain various manufacturing equipment, follow specific directions, and perform other duties as assigned.
• Thorough knowledge of electrical components and equipment including the use of special instruments for diagnostic purposes About BCI Buckeye Corrugated, Inc. (BCI) is a privately held, employee-owned company with twelve (12) corrugated manufacturing facilities, providing an extensive range of corrugated packaging products. Located in ten states, our services and capabilities include custom-designed corrugated packaging, point-of-purchase displays, point-of-sale packaging along with fulfillment and logistics. Simply stated, we do not just make boxes. We build the means to shape impressions and influence perceptions. BCI provides competitive pay and a robust benefits package including but not limited to: medical, dental, vision and life insurance, disability benefits, 401(k), paid time off and holidays, as well as a bonus plan and opportunity for employee stock ownership.