Maintenance Technician

Active Full-Time
Summerville, SC

Hood Packaging Corporation has a rich history in North America as a leader in the packaging industry. From our beginnings in 1978 as Southern Bag Corporation, our company has been at the forefront in the design and manufacture of a wide range of packaging materials. Our goal is to provide products that are manufactured in a safety conscious environment with attention to high quality, timeliness, and consistently exceeding customer expectations.

In 2010, Hood Packaging acquired a woven polypropylene converter in Goose Creek, SC. Building on that success, we expanded and opened our state-of-the-art plant in Summerville in 2021. As demand has grown, so have we. The Summerville facility is once again expanding with nearly 100,000 additional square feet being added. This continued investment demonstrates our commitment to growth, innovation, and long-term stability in the community.

We meet our goals every day because we employ some of the best packaging professionals in the industry. We could not succeed without our dedicated employees. If you are looking for more than just a job and want to build a career, consider Hood Packaging Corporation.

Hood Packaging is currently seeking a Maintenance Technician for our Summerville, SC facility. This role is responsible for performing electrical and mechanical maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of plant equipment to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operations.

Why Work at Hood Packaging

At Hood Packaging, safety is our foundation, and quality is our promise. But what truly sets us apart is our people. Since our beginnings in 1978, we have grown into a world-class packaging supplier with 23+ plants across North America, and every step of our success is thanks to the dedication of our team members.

Hood people make more than just packaging. We create a workplace where safety, care, and teamwork come first. We support each other, thrive together, and take pride in building careers, not just jobs. Here, you will have a voice, be recognized for your contributions, and know that the work you do makes a difference in communities across the country.

If you are looking for more than a place to work, if you want to be part of a stable, strong, and people-focused company, consider building your career with Hood Packaging.

Functional Responsibilities

• Perform journeyman-level electrical work in the installation, operation, maintenance, and repair of electrical and electromechanical systems.

• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electronic systems across plant equipment.

• Work with Operators and Production staff to quickly resolve equipment malfunctions and minimize downtime.

• Assist with special projects, equipment upgrades, and process improvement initiatives.

• Maintain compliance with all safety rules, HACCP, GMPs, Work Instructions, and SQF standards.

• Climb, crawl, and work in confined spaces or at heights to access and repair equipment.

• Complete accurate documentation, reports, and maintenance logs.

• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; two-year technical degree or accredited apprenticeship program preferred.

• 3 to 5 years of proven industrial maintenance experience in electrical/electronics, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.

• Strong knowledge of electrical/electronic components, PLC programming, and diagnostic instruments.

• Ability to read schematics, manuals, and technical drawings.

• Demonstrated ability to work with precision tolerances and safely around high voltage equipment.

• Must be able to work overtime, weekends, holidays, and during plant shutdowns as needed.

Skills

• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

• Effective verbal and written communication abilities.

• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills with operators and leadership.

• Computer proficiency, including PLC operations and reporting.

• Commitment to safety, reliability, and continuous improvement.

Physical Demands

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, crawl, and climb frequently.

• Ability to lift 50 pounds regularly and more with assistance.

• Normal or corrected vision and hearing required.

• Ability to work in hot or cold environments, including outdoors.

What We Offer

Hood Packaging offers a generous and competitive benefits package, including:

• Competitive Pay

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• 401(k) with Company Match

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Company Paid Life Insurance

• Paid Vacation

• 10 Paid Company Holidays

• Company Paid Short-Term Disability

• Professional Development Assistance

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Scholarship Funds

• Employee Recognition Programs

• Opportunities for Advancement within a thriving company