MANUFACTURING MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN at Marco Fine Arts – Austin, Texas

The Manufacturing Maintenance Technician supports daily operations at Permalite and Marco Fine Arts by ensuring all coating, mixing, converting, and print-on-demand equipment operates efficiently and safely. This role combines mechanical, electrical, and process maintenance to minimize downtime and increase productivity.

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on coating lines, mixers, rewinders, slitters, laminators, dryers, saws, and other equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical issues related to precision coating and converting equipment.
• Maintain and calibrate temperature control systems, drive motors, tension controls, and fluid systems
• Support the maintenance and optimization of conveyor systems, cutting tables, and packaging equipment.
• Conduct root-cause analysis on recurring equipment failures to reduce downtime and improve reliability.

• Work closely with production supervisors to ensure smooth operation of all production departments.
• Support the production teams by setting up or modifying equipment to meet specific material or customer requirements.

• Perform preventive maintenance as scheduled by the Maintenance manager.
• Maintain accurate maintenance logs, inspection reports, and parts inventory records.
• Recommend improvements for safety, efficiency, and sustainability in mechanical and electrical systems.

• Ensure all maintenance activities comply with OSHA, EPA, and company safety policies.
• Maintain clean, organized, and hazard-free work areas.
• Support environmental and waste-handling procedures for inks, coatings, solvents, and adhesives.

Education:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associate degree or technical certificate in Industrial Maintenance, Mechatronics, or a related field preferred.

Experience:

• 3–5 years of experience in maintenance within a manufacturing environment

Technical Skills:

• Strong working knowledge of PLCs, sensors, VFDs, and control panels.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical and mechanical schematics.
• Skilled in troubleshooting servo systems, pneumatic valves, and process temperature control systems.
• Proficient in use of hand and power tools, measurement devices.

Soft Skills:

• Excellent problem-solving and analytical thinking.
• Strong communication and teamwork; comfortable collaborating with production, quality, and R&D teams.
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and safety-conscious.

• Able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Comfortable working on ladders or in confined areas.
• Tolerant of environments with heat, noise, and chemical odors from coatings and mixtures.
• Willing to work flexible shifts, overtime, or on-call as needed.

• Fast-paced production facility encompassing coating, mixing, converting, and print-on-demand operations.
• Exposure to coating materials and industrial machinery.
• Emphasis on teamwork, craftsmanship, and maintaining premium quality standards for fine art and specialty print production.

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid holidays and generous PTO
• Career growth and promotional opportunities
• And much more!

We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.