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MAINTENANCE TECH - DAY SHIFT

CompanyKing Plastic Corporation
LocationNorth Port
Work ModeOn Site
PostedMay 22, 2026
About The Company
Mission Statement It is the mission and commitment of King Plastic Corp. to be a market leader, to meet and /or exceed our customers’ needs by producing superior, quality products, in a timely manner, at competitive pricing. As a market leader, we are dedicated to continuous quality improvements, services and customer satisfaction. Heritage King Plastic Corporation began as a small, family enterprise. Founded in 1968, King Plastic Corporation is a leading manufacturer of quality polymer sheets, slabs and massive shapes—including several products pioneered by the company. Its polymers are sold worldwide through a network of top plastics distributors to customers who fabricate products for the marine industry (King StarBoard® brand), signage, food service, healthcare, architectural, industrial and other markets. The company headquarters is a 250,000 square-foot manufacturing facility in North Port, Florida. The King family still maintains independent ownership and control. The same values that made the company so successful in the past still prevail today. Innovation King Plastic Corporation pioneered the first marine-grade polymer sheet, King StarBoard®, which remains the dominant brand in the marine industry today. Since then, King has produced dozens of breakthrough products for a wide variety of industries, from food service to signage to giant slabs weighing more than 6,000 pounds. King continues to raise the bar with new products, new production techniques and new standards of excellence. Quality The King brand is synonymous with quality to those who know plastics. Our quality is achieved and maintained through rigorous development testing, premium materials, tight tolerances, proprietary processes (K-Stran™), thorough inspection, careful shipping, and training and hiring the best workforce in the industry.
About the Role

Description

 Principal Duties and Responsibilities

  • Hours: 12 shifts 2-2-3 schedule-6:45am-7:00pm  
  • Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic issues to restore production equipment to proper working condition.
  • Perform routine inspections, preventive maintenance, and repairs on plastics manufacturing equipment and systems, including extruders, conveyors, chillers, heaters, pumps, motors, and other mechanical/electrical components.  
  • Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic issues to restore production equipment to proper working condition.  
  • Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns and production emergencies to minimize downtime and maintain schedule compliance.  
  • Conduct root cause analysis on recurring failures and implement effective corrective and preventive actions.  
  • Assist in the installation, calibration, and setup of new manufacturing machinery and supporting systems, ensuring proper operation and integration with existing equipment.  
  • Support commissioning activities for new systems, including testing, performance verification, and process optimization.  
  • Execute preventive maintenance programs to proactively identify and address equipment wear or potential issues before failure.  
  • Utilize predictive maintenance tools such as vibration analysis, thermal imaging, and oil sampling to monitor and maintain equipment health.  
  • Maintain detailed maintenance logs and records, including work performed, parts used, and labor hours.  
  • Prepare maintenance and performance reports with recommendations for improving reliability and reducing downtime.  
  • Adhere to all company safety policies, lockout/tagout procedures, and regulatory requirements to ensure a safe working environment.  
  • Keep maintenance and production areas clean, organized, and free of hazards.  
  • Collaborate with production, quality, and engineering teams to address technical issues and improve overall process efficiency.  
  • Identify opportunities for continuous improvement in maintenance methods, spare parts usage, and equipment reliability.  
  • Participate in cross-functional improvement initiatives to enhance production uptime and product consistency.  
  • Work as a team with other maintenance personnel to coordinate repairs, share technical knowledge, and support company goals.  
  • Report to work on time and maintain consistent attendance as scheduled.

Requirements

 

  • Minimum 3 years of experience in maintenance or repair within a plastics manufacturing or similar industrial environment.  
  • Strong working knowledge of extrusion, molding, and/or thermoforming equipment preferred.  
  • Proficient in troubleshooting electrical systems, PLC-controlled machinery, and mechanical drives.  
  • Familiarity with hydraulic, pneumatic, and cooling systems used in plastics production.  
  • Ability to interpret equipment manuals, blueprints, and electrical schematics.  
  • Experience using computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).  
  • Strong problem-solving and communication skills with a proactive, safety-first mindset.  
  • Willingness to work overtime or weekends as required to support production needs.
Key Skills
Mechanical TroubleshootingElectrical TroubleshootingHydraulic SystemsPneumatic SystemsPreventive MaintenancePLC TroubleshootingRoot Cause AnalysisCMMSBlueprint ReadingElectrical SchematicsExtrusion EquipmentPredictive MaintenanceLockout/TagoutCalibrationEquipment InstallationProcess Optimization
Categories
ManufacturingTradesEngineering
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic issues on plastics manufacturing equipment to minimize downtime. Perform routine preventive and predictive maintenance while collaborating with engineering teams to improve process efficiency.
📋Job Type
full time
📊Experience Level
2-5
💼Company Size
113
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
36 hours
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