Maintenance Mechanic

POSITION SUMMARY 

Summit Packaging Systems is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic to support our high-speed aerosol valve and actuator manufacturing operations at our Racine, WI facility. This role is responsible for keeping production machinery and mechanical equipment running safely and efficiently, minimizing downtime through proactive maintenance and fast, effective troubleshooting.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Repair and maintain machinery and mechanical equipment, including engines, motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, and production machines. 
• Perform routine preventive maintenance inspections and complete related documentation. 
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic issues and implement timely repairs to minimize production downtime. 
• Fabricate or modify machine parts as needed using hand tools, power tools, and shop equipment. 
• Partner with the Tool Shop and Automation & Engineering teams on equipment installations, changeovers, and troubleshooting. 
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in accordance with Summit's safety program. 
• Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns across assigned shifts, including weekend and overtime coverage as needed. 
• Maintain accurate maintenance logs and parts inventory records

QUALIFICATIONS 

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical or trade school certification a plus. 
• 2+ years of industrial maintenance/mechanic experience, ideally in plastics, injection molding, or high-speed manufacturing. 
• Working knowledge of electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical systems.
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and equipment manuals.
• Proficiency with hand and power tools, diagnostic and test equipment. 
• Must be available for assigned shift, including overtime and occasional weekend work. 
• Reliable transportation and authorization to work in the United States required

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORK ENVIRONMENT 

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. 
• Ability to stand, bend, kneel, and climb for extended periods. 
• Comfortable working in a manufacturing plant environment, including exposure to varying temperatures, noise, and machinery. 
• Use of appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) required at all times on the production floor.

ABOUT SUMMIT PACKAGING SYSTEMS 

Founded in 1976, Summit Packaging Systems is a leading global manufacturer of aerosol valves and actuators, producing over 100,000,000 parts daily across manufacturing facilities strategically positioned around the world — including Manchester, NH; Racine, WI; Almere, Netherlands; Tarnów, Poland; Pilar, Argentina; and Lerma de Villada, Mexico. Our strategy is simple: Quality, Quantity, and Innovation. All Summit facilities are ISO 9001 registered, and our products are trusted by leading consumer, personal care, and industrial brands worldwide. We remain a company built on family values, with generations of employees across our global locations. 

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS 

Competitive pay, reviewed regularly against market data l Medical, dental, and vision insurance l 401(k) plan with company match l Company pension program l Tuition reimbursement (after six months of employment) l Paid vacation and holidays l Two annual profit-sharing distributions (July and December) l Retention and employee referral bonuses l On-site café and holiday gifts l Ongoing training, apprenticeship, and career development programs 

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER 

Summit Packaging Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Proof of identity and U.S. work authorization is required upon hire