Industrial Maintenance Technician

Overview

Founded in 2008 and headquartered in Philadelphia, PA, PaperWorks Industries is a leading, integrated North American full-service provider of recycled paperboard and specialized folding cartons for packaging applications.

Our purpose is clear. To deliver innovative, value-added packaging solutions to the world while making it a better place for all.

At PaperWorks, we are committed to the highest sustainable forestry and procurement standards. Product certifications include the Forest Stewardship Council and 100% Recycled Paperboard Alliance.

Summary

The Industrial Maintenance Technician performs preventive maintenance, troubleshoots equipment issues, and completes repairs to keep all machinery operating safely and efficiently. The role maintains accurate records, follows Lockout/Tagout procedures, supports facility upkeep, and uses technical prints and precision tools to perform high quality maintenance work.

Responsibilities

RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES:

• Perform Preventive Maintenance — Completes all scheduled preventive maintenance tasks to ensure equipment reliability.
• Maintain Accurate Records — Keeps detailed, up‑to‑date documentation of all maintenance work performed.
• Support Operational Readiness — Work required hours to keep equipment operational at all times, including during unexpected breakdowns.
• Maintain Facility & Grounds — Keeps work areas neat, clean, and safe; supports upkeep of the building exterior, property, and periodic snow removal as weather requires.
• Train Department Personnel — Acts as a capable trainer, instructing team members on proper equipment use, care, and maintenance with minimal conflict.
• Manage Inventory — Maintains an inventory of supplies and materials and ensures replacements are requisitioned, including during supervisor absences.
• Read and Interpret Technical Prints — Reads, understands, and uses mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and other technical drawings required for maintenance work.
• Use Precision Measuring Tools — Accurately uses tape measures, calipers, micrometers, scales, gauges, meters, and other measurement devices.
• Operate Maintenance Equipment — Safely operates maintenance machinery such as lathes and drill presses; performs gas welding, brazing, soldering, and electric welding.
• Follow Lockout/Tagout Procedures — Demonstrates full familiarity with LOTO procedures and follows all guidelines without exception.
• Complete Required Documentation — Maintains accurate records, completes all required forms, and uses all applicable gauges and measurement tools correctly.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); AND two to five years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience, preferably in the folding carton industry.
• Must have manufacturing maintenance experience.
• Must have the ability to read, write, and comprehend documents and verbal instructions in English for Safety, ISO, and work related tasks.  
• Must have the ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. 

This document outlines the minimum requirements of the positions and is not intended to be all-inclusive of duties.

Salary: $25.00/hr. -$38.00/hr.

This range represents the expected base compensation for this role; actual compensation may vary based on factors such as individual performance, skills, and business needs.