Job Description
Job Overview:
Unbox Your Career Potential: Become a Plant Maintenance Technician at Hood Container
Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where your skills keep the production line humming?
Hood Container Corporation, a stable, growing leader in the paper and packaging industry, is searching for the next talented Plant Maintenance Technician to join the team on the 3rd shift in Greensboro, NC.
Here is why you'll love working at Hood Container:
- Competitive pay & benefits: We offer a competitive base pay, based on experience, and a quarterly bonus program.
- Continues learning: We invest in paid training and development to help you grow your skills and advance your career.
- Make a difference: This team plays a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of our machinery while keeping production on track.
- Being part of a great team.
Position Summary
The Industrial Maintenance Technician iplays a crucial role in ensuring the operational efficiency and reliability of manufacturing equipment within the facility. The position is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing production equipment used in corrugated manufacturing, such as corrugators, flexo folder gluers, rotary die cutters, conveyor systems, and material-handling equipment. This role ensures maximum uptime, product quality, and operational efficiency while adhering to all safety and compliance standards.
Key Responsibilities
Equipment Maintenance & Repair
Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on corrugators, converting machines, and related plant equipment.
Diagnose mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic issues using appropriate tools and diagnostic equipment.
Respond promptly to machine breakdowns and minimize downtime through effective troubleshooting and repairs.
Install, align, and rebuild motors, gearboxes, bearings, belts, chains, and other mechanical components.
Electrical & Controls
Troubleshoot electrical systems including motors, drives, PLC I/O, sensors, relays, and control panels.
Assist with programming or basic modifications to PLC-based systems (Allen-Bradley/Siemens preferred).
Maintain proper documentation of electrical schematics and control diagrams.
Safety & Compliance
Follow all OSHA, company, and industry safety standards related to machine energy control (LOTO) and maintenance procedures.
Identify unsafe conditions and recommend corrective actions to reduce risk.
Participate in safety meetings, audits, and root-cause analysis activities.
Operational Support
Collaborate with machine operators and production supervisors to ensure equipment operates at optimal performance levels.
Perform routine building maintenance, including HVAC, lighting, and facility systems as needed.
Keep accurate maintenance logs, PM records, and parts inventory using CMMS software.
Qualifications
Required
2+ years of industrial maintenance experience, preferably in a manufacturing or corrugated packaging environment.
Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, hydraulics, pneumatics, and industrial electrical components.
Ability to read blueprints, mechanical drawings, and electrical schematics.
Proficiency with hand tools, power tools, precision measuring instruments, and diagnostic meters.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-production environment.
Preferred
Experience working with corrugator equipment or converting machines (Bobst, Ward, JS, Fosber, Marquip, etc.).
Basic PLC troubleshooting experience.
Vocational/technical degree or maintenance certification.
Forklift or aerial lift certification.
Key Competencies
Strong problem-solving and root-cause analysis skills
Attention to detail and commitment to quality
Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Strong safety mindset
Physical Requirements
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs frequently
Work in hot/cold environments, around moving machinery, and in elevated areas
Stand, bend, kneel, and reach for extended periods
