Electro-Mechanical Reliability Technician, Plastics

Novolex Corporate • Plattsburgh, NY

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Electro-Mechanical Reliability Technician, Plastics Plattsburgh, NY — Keep high-volume thermoforming lines running safely and efficiently. Quick facts Hourly Rate: $34.66 Shift: 6:00am–6:00pm Schedule: 2-2-3 rotation Apply by Text: 928-668-6539 (928-NOVOLEX) Your impact Perform planned electrical maintenance to protect equipment health and uptime on thermoforming assets. Troubleshoot and repair blenders, crystallizers, dryers, extruders, formers, trim presses, conveyors, and grinders. Diagnose AC/DC drives and motors; PLC/PC control systems; heater circuits, thermocouples, and temperature controllers; and machine safety circuits. Enhance equipment by implementing upgrades and performance improvements. Record findings, parts, and labor; open/close work orders accurately and promptly in Maintenance Connection. Maintain exemplary housekeeping; follow all safety requirements and company policies. Tools & tech you’ll touch PLC platforms: Allen‑Bradley, Siemens, Mitsubishi, Omron (preferred) PC-based HMI and control interfaces AC/DC variable speed drives and motor systems Industrial heaters, thermocouples, and heat controllers Safety relays and interlocks Qualifications High school diploma/equivalent; 2‑year Electro‑Mechanical degree preferred. 3–5 years of related industrial maintenance experience. Strong background in electrical systems, hydraulics, pneumatics, and mechanical/electrical blueprint reading; familiarity with welding and fabrication. Demonstrated troubleshooting ability in both electrical and mechanical domains. Knowledge of PLC and PC controls. Owns and safely uses personal tools. Team-oriented; flexible for overtime and off-shift coverage when needed. Core strengths: analytical thinking, problem solving, project management, technical know‑how, customer service, interpersonal skills, clear written and verbal communication, teamwork, sound judgment, organization, mechanical/electrical aptitude, and attention to detail. Benefits & development Medical, dental, and vision coverage Well‑being resources supporting mental, physical, and financial health (programs may vary by work location) Continuous learning via MyLearning, industry training, and Tuition Reimbursement (Non‑Union) Learning Management System for skill-building at every level Community engagement through the Focused Giving Program supporting sustainability and addressing food insecurity; facility‑level local initiatives Equal Opportunity & Accessibility Novolex is committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all employment practices, including but not limited to selection, hiring, promotion, transfer, and compensation to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to age, race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, handicap or disability, genetics, citizenship status, service member or veteran status, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law. Any individual who, because of his or her disability, needs an accommodation in connection with an aspect of the Company's application process should contact [e-mail] .

Requirements

• High school diploma/equivalent; 2‑year Electro‑Mechanical degree preferred.
• 3–5 years of related industrial maintenance experience.
• Strong background in electrical systems, hydraulics, pneumatics, and mechanical/electrical blueprint reading; familiarity with welding and fabrication.
• Demonstrated troubleshooting ability in both electrical and mechanical domains.
• Knowledge of PLC and PC controls.
• Owns and safely uses personal tools.
• Team-oriented; flexible for overtime and off-shift coverage when needed.
• Core strengths: analytical thinking, problem solving, project management, technical know‑how, customer service, interpersonal skills, clear written and verbal communication, teamwork, sound judgment, organization, mechanical/electrical aptitude, and attention to detail.

Nice To Haves

• PLC platforms: Allen‑Bradley, Siemens, Mitsubishi, Omron (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Perform planned electrical maintenance to protect equipment health and uptime on thermoforming assets.
• Troubleshoot and repair blenders, crystallizers, dryers, extruders, formers, trim presses, conveyors, and grinders.
• Diagnose AC/DC drives and motors; PLC/PC control systems; heater circuits, thermocouples, and temperature controllers; and machine safety circuits.
• Enhance equipment by implementing upgrades and performance improvements.
• Record findings, parts, and labor; open/close work orders accurately and promptly in Maintenance Connection.
• Maintain exemplary housekeeping; follow all safety requirements and company policies.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Well‑being resources supporting mental, physical, and financial health (programs may vary by work location)
• Continuous learning via MyLearning, industry training, and Tuition Reimbursement (Non‑Union)
• Learning Management System for skill-building at every level
• Community engagement through the Focused Giving Program supporting sustainability and addressing food insecurity; facility‑level local initiatives

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED