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Maintenance Technician - Plastics Manufacturing (Night Shift)


Company : Veteran Hiring Solutions


Location : Crawfordsville, IN


Created : 2026-02-08


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

S. plastics manufacturer by ensuring the safety, reliability, and performance of complex manufacturing systems. You'll maintain and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems that keep production moving across multiple industries "” from medical and food packaging to aerospace. Ensure all your application information is up to date and in order before applying for this opportunity. This role exists to sustain uptime, drive reliability, and ensure every piece of equipment in the plant performs at its best. Performance Objectives # Preventive & Corrective Maintenance: Perform scheduled maintenance and on-demand repairs on production and facility equipment, minimizing downtime and maximizing output. # Electrical & Mechanical Troubleshooting: Diagnose issues using schematics, meters, and diagrams on systems including AC/DC motors, gearboxes, compressors, drives, and pumps. # Fabrication & Repair: Use shop tools (drill press, grinders, welders, torches, etc.) to modify or repair parts and components safely and efficiently. # Analyze root causes of failure and develop process improvements that extend equipment life and reduce repeat maintenance issues. # Documentation & Safety: Complete maintenance logs, follow lockout/tagout procedures, and ensure all repairs comply with OSHA and company safety standards. # Collaboration & Leadership: Communicate with operators, supervisors, and fellow technicians to ensure smooth shift handoffs and coordinated repairs. Strong troubleshooting ability across electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic systems Reliable night-shift contributor who takes ownership of uptime and plant performance This role is at the core of modern manufacturing "” keeping critical systems running that power industries across America. xijylhu For veterans and maintenance professionals who thrive on hands-on problem-solving, autonomy, and teamwork, this is a place to grow, lead, and build a stable technical career with purpose. Shift: 6:00 PM - 6:00 AM, 2-on / 2-off / 3-on / 3-off rotation Must have served in the U.Marine Corps, U.Solid background in multi-craft maintenance (electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic systems) Experience reading and interpreting electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic schematics and blueprints Working knowledge of gearboxes, motors, pumps, air compressors, and drive systems Ability to safely use industrial tools (hand, pneumatic, and shop machinery) Understanding of steam systems and boiler operations preferred Must be willing to work a 12-hour rotating night shift schedule Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage ~ Company-paid Life Insurance and Short/Long-Term Disability ~ Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)~120 hours PTO (pro-rated based on hire date) + 11 paid holidays ~ Sign-on Bonus potential ~