Maintenance Technician
Houston, TX
Maintenance Technician
Full Time • Houston, TX
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Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Employee discounts
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- 401(k) matching
- Bonus based on performance
- Dental insurance
- Training & development
- Vision insurance
Industrial Maintenance Technician
1st Shift | Monday–Thursday | 4-Day Workweek | $26–$30/hour
Location: Houston/Pasadena, TX
Job Type: Full-Time
Regular Schedule: Monday–Thursday, 1st Shift
Job Type: Full-Time
Regular Schedule: Monday–Thursday, 1st Shift
We are a growing plastics manufacturing company seeking a dependable, hands-on Industrial Maintenance Technician to help keep our production equipment running safely and efficiently.
This is a great opportunity for an experienced maintenance mechanic or technician who is strong mechanically and has industrial electrical troubleshooting experience. Experience with PLCs is a plus, but you do not need to be a PLC programmer.
Responsibilities:
Responsible for all activities related to the maintenance and preventative care of the Company’s facilities and equipment used for manufacturing production.
Position Summary
The Equipment Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, and performing preventive maintenance on manufacturing equipment and facility systems. This role works closely with production and management teams to maximize equipment efficiency, minimize downtime, and support safe, high-quality operations.
- Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on manufacturing equipment and machinery.
- Troubleshoot and repair electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and PLC-controlled systems.
- Diagnose equipment issues and implement effective solutions to minimize downtime.
- Support facility maintenance activities as directed by the Maintenance Manager.
- Assist in developing, managing, and executing maintenance schedules and priorities.
- Collaborate with production teams to improve machine performance, increase efficiency, and reduce scrap.
- Conduct equipment cleanouts and provide guidance to operators on proper equipment handling and operation.
- Establish and improve preventive maintenance programs, corrective actions, and maintenance procedures.
- Recommend and implement equipment modifications and process improvements.
- Coordinate with engineering resources on equipment design improvements and technical problem-solving.
- Maintain inventory of spare parts, maintenance supplies, safety equipment, and consumables.
- Ensure compliance with GMP, safety, and company policies throughout the facility.
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on quality, safety, and operational excellence.
- Maintain accurate maintenance records and documentation.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications Required
- Minimum 5 years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Strong electrical troubleshooting and repair experience.
- Experience with PLC troubleshooting.
- Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English fluently.
- Basic computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Outlook.
- Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Professional appearance and conduct.
Preferred
- Experience in plastics manufacturing.
- HVAC maintenance experience.
- Knowledge of hydraulic systems and equipment maintenance.
- Experience with continuous improvement and preventive maintenance programs.
Physical & Work Requirements
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including some nights and occasional weekends.
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, lift, and work around manufacturing equipment for extended periods.
- Occasional travel to company facilities within Texas (approximately 5-10%).
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Career growth opportunities
- Stable, growing company environment
Compensation: $26.00 - $32.00 per hour
Where quality is the product
UNITED SOFT PLASTICS, Inc. headquarters is centrally located in the Raco Industrial Park in Lawrenceville, GA. It consists of a single facility built in 2002 and includes the latest building and safety standards. To assure the highest quality for our entire product portfolio, UNITED SOFT PLASTICS is utilizing state-of-the-art production equipment.
Equipped with high speed ZSK/COPERION and KRAUSS MAFFEI twin screw extruders, BRABENDER gravimetric weight dosing systems, KREYENBORG melt pumps & screen changers, and BKG and GALA underwater pelletizing systems, the compounding equipment utilized by USP, complies with all requirements to produce the highest standard of quality TPE compounds.
OUR PRINCIPLES OF QUALITY CUSTOMER SERVICE
We will service our customers by creating and delivering a quality service, which is unique and valuable.
We will listen to our customers who represent the marketplace.
Our mission is to create a unique service to meet our customer needs and to deliver that service as efficiently and effectively as possible.
It is our goal to provide outstanding value for money, to design and deliver quality and service unmatched by our competitors.
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