About Serioplast:

Serioplast, a global leader in rigid plastic packaging, is looking for a Preventative Maintenance Technician for our plants in St. Louis, Missouri! Are you a skilled technician eager to excel in a dynamic, fast-paced, and global environment? Join our team and elevate your career with an industry leader in innovative packaging solutions. What Will You Do?

• Ensure production continuity by executing preventative maintenance on machines, equipment, and facilities, adhering to health and safety regulations, company standards, and maintenance schedules.
• Conduct regular inspections of production equipment (e.g., injection molding machines, extrusion blow molding equipment, compressors, driers, palletizers, etc.), monitoring key parameters and meter readings to identify potential issues.
• Perform scheduled preventative maintenance tasks, including lubrication, fluid changes, and replacement of worn-out parts, to extend equipment lifespan and prevent breakdowns.
• Detect and proactively address wear and tear, submitting timely requests for spare parts or supplier technical support to the Technical Manager.
• Assist in mechanical setup and calibration of equipment and mold sets to support production efficiency.
• Respond to emergency repairs during breakdowns or halts, ensuring full functionality of machines and equipment is restored quickly.
• Support external suppliers during inspections, servicing, and maintenance activities to ensure seamless operations.
• Maintain detailed records of preventative maintenance activities, tracking equipment performance and spare parts usage via computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).
• Organize and manage the maintenance workshop, utilizing tools and equipment to repair or fabricate mechanical parts as needed.
• Collaborate with the Technical Manager on improvement projects to enhance equipment reliability, maintenance processes, and production efficiency.

What Are We Looking For?

• Strong applied knowledge of mechanics, pneumatics, hydraulics, and electrical systems.
• Familiarity with plastic molding technologies (e.g., EBM, SBM, or IM) is a plus.
• Understanding of World Class Manufacturing (WCM) standards and preventative maintenance best practices.
• Basic knowledge of Health, Safety, and Environment rules and practices.
• Ability to operate manual and electric forklifts.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a maintenance role within a manufacturing environment, with a focus on preventative maintenance.
• Proficiency in reading schematics, using diagnostic tools (e.g., multimeters), and performing precision maintenance tasks.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to equipment care.

What do we offer?

• Continuous training: Grow professionally by working alongside industry experts.
• Dynamic and international environment: Join a team engaged in global projects.
• Career growth opportunities in an industry leading company.
• Internal mobility: Opportunities for job rotation and career progression

Additional Perks & Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Sounds like a fit? We’d love to hear from you!
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Serioplast is an equal employment opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.