Maintenance Technician

Who we are:

Turning Point Brands, Inc. (NYSE: TPB) is a leading manufacturer, marketer, and distributor of branded consumer products with active ingredients. We sell a wide range of products exclusively to adult consumers, from our iconic brands to our next generation products to fulfill evolving consumer preferences. Our three focus segments are led by our core, proprietary brands including Zig-Zag® (rolling papers and wraps), Stoker’s® (looseleaf chew and moist snuff) along with our distribution platforms in NewGen. Our products are sold in over 215,000 retail outlets in North America and through our e-commerce platforms. Our businesses generate solid cash flow which we use to finance acquisitions, increase brand support, expand our distribution infrastructure, and strengthen our capital position.

Let’s Build Great Experiences Together!

As a team of ambitious individuals, we strive to be the best at what we do. We have an entrepreneurial and creative approach to get the job done. Do you have a great attitude about life? Are you a great communicator with the ability to learn? Do you have tenacity, grit and are unafraid to fail? If you answered yes to these questions, we want you on our team.

About the job
The Maintenance Technician uses technical drawings, schematics and manuals to troubleshoot and repair complex process equipment (e.g. packaging machines, scales, conveyors, blowers, compressors, etc.) to maintain equipment in “like new” condition. This is primarily a first shift position. The normal shift is 40 hours per week in the manufacturing environment, though overtime may be necessary. This position may be assigned special projects, as determined by the Supervisor.

Essential Functions
•Install and repair industrial machinery equipment, conveyors, etc.
•Dismantle defective machines and equipment and install new or repaired parts, following specifications and blueprints, using precise measuring instruments and hand tools
•Layout, assemble, install and maintain pipe systems and related hydraulic and pneumatic equipment; repair and replace gauges, valves, pressure regulators, and related equipment
•Repair and maintain physical structure of establishment
•Diagnose and replace faulty mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic components of machines and equipment

Minimum Qualifications
•Minimum five (5) years of recent experience working as a maintenance mechanic within a manufacturing environment
•Must have a strong mechanical background to maintain and make improvements to physical assets by performing preventive maintenance, repairing, rebuilding, overhauling, and dismantling all types of complex manufacturing and support equipment
•Welding experience required
•Ability to operate a forklift
•Ability to lift 50 pounds frequently, climb ladder, and stand, walk or move around during the entire shift
•Must pass written and practical competency assessment
•Ability to perform electrical and mechanical work on a scissor lift at various heights up to 35 feet
•Ability to climb to the roof through the roof hatch ladder at 35’ height
•Responsible for being knowledgeable of and acting in strict accordance with the requirements of all relevant laws, regulations, and Company policies, including, among other areas, Food and Drug Administration regulations
•General awareness knowledge of the ISO9001 Quality Management System requirements, company Quality Policy and your contributions to the effectiveness of the QMS

Preferred Qualifications
•Knowledge of electrical / electronic control systems preferred

Supplementary Information
This description is based upon management’s assessment of the requirements and functions of the job as of the date this description was prepared. It is a general guideline for managers and colleagues. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent.

Let’s talk money and perks!

Turning Point Brands offer a competitive hourly wage and benefits.