Industrial Maintenance Mechanic (Packaging Manufacturing)

A night in the life on our production floor

In Connersville IN the plant hums as the third shift begins. As our Industrial Maintenance Mechanic you walk the line listen for subtle changes in a gearbox scan the HMI for anomalies and keep our packaging equipment running safely and smoothly. You anticipate issues before they become downtime document your work in the CMMS and collaborate with production so every run hits its target.

Compensation schedule and how to apply

• Pay: $27.00$33.00 per hour (hourly)
• Shift: 11:00 pm7:00 am MondayFriday
• Text to apply: (928-NOVOLEX)
• Location: Connersville IN

About Novolex

Novolex is a leader in food beverage and specialty packaging serving foodservice restaurant delivery and carryout food processing grocery and retail and industrial markets. Our materials expertise spans resin paper molded fiber aluminum and more. We deliver both stock and custom solutions across 120 product categories 250 brands and over 39000 SKUs.

Our sustainability vision centers on three pillarsproducts operations and peopleguiding ambitious initiatives that drive continuous improvement across the business.

Role snapshot

Own the proactive care of production machinery by applying preventive maintenance routines rapid troubleshooting and safe repair practices that reduce downtime and elevate reliability.

What youll do

• Diagnose troubleshoot and repair production-line equipment to minimize downtime.
• Interpret diagrams schematics OEM manuals and engineering specs to guide service actions.
• Conduct scheduled audits across assigned production lines to verify readiness.
• Help curb downtime by coaching operators on routine preventive care and checking compliance.
• Contribute to evaluating the effectiveness of PM routines and their schedules.
• Recommend improvements that enhance safe operation of machinery and equipment.
• Record detailed work orders and findings in the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
• Safely remove and replace defective components using hoists lifts forklifts hand tools and power tools; assess part condition by examining surface and fit.
• Verify dimensional requirements with rules calipers micrometers and other precision instruments; determine if adjustments or part changes are needed.
• Use maintenance resources responsibly including equipment and supplies to complete assigned work.
• Ensure every maintenance and repair activity follows OSHA federal local and plant safety standards.
• Report suspected causes of failure; participate in or request follow-up investigations to define root causes.
• Promote a safe workplace by consistently following facility safety policies and procedures.
• Support PPE policies for employees and visitors alike.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What you bring

• High school diploma or GED.
• 25 years of experience in equipment maintenance and preventive maintenance.
• Strong technical aptitude and patience when dealing with uncertain or variable situations.
• Hands-on skill with hydraulics pneumatics mechanical systems and electrical troubleshooting.
• Ability to read mechanical and electrical drawings.
• Working knowledge of safety practices.
• Comfort with power tools.
• Sound timely decision-making.
• Adaptability flexibility and exceptional attention to detail.
• Experience in industrial manufacturing is a plus.

Physical requirements

Below is our physical requirement statement exactly as stated for this role:

Physical Requirements (must be able to meet with or without accommodation):

• Sitting standing walking

• Lifting and carrying:- 0-49 lbs.

• Pushing pulling twisting climbing stooping kneeling

• Reaching grasping repetitive motions

Ready to keep a complex operation running right

Text (928-NOVOLEX) to start the conversation today.