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Maintenance Mechanic Technician – 3rd Shift

TekniPlex
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 30 Apr 2026
💰 $70,000/yr($50,000/yr$70,000/yr)

About the role

Imagine: A Career with Purpose and Possibility

Picture this: You are part of a global team of problem-solvers whose innovations in materials science can make life better. Every day, you help turn ideas into impact using science, technology, and creativity to tackle real-world challenges. You are part of a company whose work helps improve patient outcomes in healthcare and protects essential consumer goods that people around the world rely on every day.

At TekniPlex, you’ll join more than 8,000 colleagues across 12 countries, all united by one purpose: creating safer, smarter solutions that touch daily life. Through our two divisions, TekniPlex Healthcare and TekniPlex Consumer Products, you’ll help shape industries that matter: healthcare, pharmaceutical, food & beverage, beauty, and personal care.

Here, your ideas count and your work matters. You’ll be encouraged to think boldly, collaborate across cultures, and keep growing every step of the way. You will help protect the integrity of essential products, support patient safety and comfort, and contribute to innovations that make everyday life better, all while building a career that makes an impact.

Because at TekniPlex, you don’t just deliver products – you help shape what’s next.

JOB SUMMARY

TekniPlex Healthcare is a respected business partner that specializes in the manufacturing of medical and pharmaceutical packaging for companies around the world. We aim to deliver better patient outcomes by manufacturing products that allow for less invasive procedures, reduced pain, faster healing, and safer drug delivery. We are currently hiring 3rd shift teammates in our Maintenance Department, located in Madison, Wisconsin. The pay range for this position is $25.63 to $35.22 per hour plus a $2.00 shift differential for 3rd shift.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The successful candidate will be responsible for installing, troubleshooting, and repairing all types of flexographic printing manufacturing equipment, as well as completing preventive maintenance. Qualified candidates need to be able to work independently, have thorough knowledge of basic shop skills, read blueprints, wiring diagrams and manufacturers' installation manuals to complete assigned projects.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Perform electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and/or mechanical troubleshooting and repairs on manufacturing or plant equipment
  • Basic shop skills that include welding/metal fabrication
  • Ensure the work area is clean, following good housekeeping practices
  • Adhere to standard safety practices, including wearing personal protective equipment as required
  • Read blueprints, understand plumbing, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems
  • Follow plant preventative maintenance procedures
  • Follow and participate in plant safety/housekeeping guidelines
  • Attend and participate in maintenance department, plant and safety meetings
  • Assist in capital improvement projects
  • Make repairs in a timely manner, while working under pressure
  • Assist other departments with improvement projects
  • Capable of data entry and some analysis of Maintenance Management System
  • Complete required forms legibly
  • Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

  • 3-5 years’ work-related experience in Hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical and electrical fields
  • Experience with basic electrical systems (starters, fuses, contacts, relays.)
  • Experience with product manuals (reading and applying knowledge to make repairs.)
  • Experience with schematics (electrical blueprints with switches, starters, maps, and relays.)
  • Experience with troubleshooting mechanical breakdowns
  • Experience with reading mechanical drawings
  • The ability to communicate issues while also conveying the solutions as well
  • Be willing to extend your scheduled shifts in order to receive onsite or offsite training
  • Strong technical knowledge of manufacturing environment

TekniPlex provides a comprehensive and flexible benefits program that you can customize to fit your personal needs. Our programs offer you and your family health care coverage and financial security. You can take advantage of life insurance, disability coverage and voluntary benefits for extra financial protection and peace of mind. Plus, our work-life benefits provide support and assistance whenever you need it.

Some of your benefits are paid in full by TekniPlex and some costs are shared between you and TekniPlex. Other benefits are made available to you at reasonable group rates.

  • Medical Coverage
  • Prescription Drug Coverage
  • Telemedicine
  • Dental Coverage
  • Vision Coverage
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)
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