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Company Overview:

Tredegar Corporation is an industrial manufacturer with three primary businesses: custom aluminum extrusions for the North American building & construction, automotive and specialty end-use markets; surface protection films for high-technology applications in the global electronics industry; and specialized polyester films primarily for the Latin American flexible packaging market. Tredegar had 2023 sales from continuing operations of $705 million. With approximately 1,900 employees, the Company operates manufacturing facilities in North America, South America, and Asia.

*Tredegar Surface Protection has an exciting opportunity for a Maintenance Multi-Skill to join our Maintenance Team! *

Job Summary

As an integral member of our team, the Maintenance Multi-Skill will perform preventive, corrective and predictive maintenance on plant production equipment, utilities and building and grounds in multi-craft work environment. Support production operation by troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic systems. Engage in continuous improvement activities to meet plant cost and downtime goals through improved preventative maintenance, equipment design and installation, storeroom operation, shop organization and training programs. Perform other duties as required to promote overall plant effectiveness.

Responsibilities & Duties

• Execute preventive and corrective work orders including equipment inspections,                  filter changes, lubrication, cleaning, calibration, and minor repairs and enter data in CMMS system.      
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical, mechanical, pneumatic and fluid power machinery.                    
• Install and laser align motors, pumps, vacuum blowers, rollers and other rotating equipment.                
• Assess machinery condition using a variety of measurement tools such as voltmeters, ammeters, gauges, calipers, dial indicators, etc. 
• Use computers to diagnose or replace PLC control system components and variable speed drives.   
• Perform basic carpentry, plumbing and electrical work to maintain facility.                                     
• Complete daily inspection rounds of plant utility equipment including chillers, cooling towers, air compressors, pumps, electrical equipment, and water treatment systems.
• Perform routine inspections of fire protection system, operate during emergencies.                              
• Operate welder, lathe, milling machine, drill press, table saw and other shop                             equipment to repair and install machinery.
• Perform extrusion system cleaning and re-assembly including barrels, screws, pipes, screen changers and melt pumps.                                                                          
• Assist in design, installation and startup of new capital equipment.  
• Perform housekeeping to keep maintenance shop work area clean and organized.                                                                            

Qualifications & Skills:

• Education: High School Diploma/GED required;  Associate degree in Technical Field preferred.
• Experience:  5 years Maintenance experience preferred;  2 plus years in plastic manufacturing or similar preferred.
• An equivalent combination of education, experience and training may be considered.

Critical Skills

• Electrical/Mechanical Aptitude.
• Troubleshooting Proficiency.
• Desire to learn independently, ability to retain knowledge.
• Reliable, dependable with good work habits.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently or as a member of a team.
• Sound judgement and decision-making aptitude.
• Ability to communicate and work well with other groups.
• The ability to repair machines or systems utilizing required tools.
• Safety Awareness with full compliance of the Company's safet policies and program.

Compensation:

• The starting pay rate for this position is $35.89 per hour.  The shift differential for working nights is an additional $1.30 per hour.

   Benefits we offer:

• We offer an outstanding benefit program which includes:

  • Retirement Savings Plan which includes both pre-tax 401(k) and after-tax Roth options. 100% company match up to 5% of employee's contributions. Employees are always 100% vested in all contributions.
  • Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contribution
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for medical and dependent care
  • Paid Vacation and Holidays
  • Paid Sick Time
  • Short-Term Disability (STD) and Long-Term Disability (LTD)
  • Life insurance for employee and dependents
  • Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance for employee and dependents
  • Tuition Reimbursement Program
  • Employee Assistance Program for you and your household members
  • Matching Gifts Program

Hours of Work:

• 12 hour shift (7pm -7am)  This is an every other weekend off shift schedule.

* Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.

* All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, citizenship, veteran status, military status, marital status, creed, diversity, political affiliation, existence of any sensory, mental or physical disability or other protected status under federal, state, or local law.*