Maintenance Mechanic - Entry Level

  • Pactiv Corporation
  • Santa Fe Springs, California
  • Full Time
Overview

Maintenance Mechanic - Entry Level | Now Hiring | Santa Fe Springs, CA

Compensation Includes:

  • Starting rate of $20.16-$25/hour - paid weekly

Avai lable Shift:

  • 3rd: 10:00pm - 6:30am

Benefits Include:

  • Medical, Dental, Vision
  • Prescription drug coverage
  • 401K with a company match
  • New Hire Wellness Bonus (see plan details)
  • Healthcare and Dependent day care flexible spending accounts
  • Corporate discounts

Our Social Responsibility platform features a robust, employee-led Give Back program, which includes a matching gifts plan, community grants initiative, and our annual Company-wide Month of Action campaign. With each of these initiatives, our employees are empowered and equipped to give back to their communities and support the non-profits important to them and their families. Through our Give Back program, we own our commitment to Social Responsibility and live our purpose of Packaging a Better Future.

This position is responsible for the repair of all equipment related to plant operations, services, and facilities back to OEM specifications. Incumbent works closely with the Plant Maintenance Supervisor and Maintenance Engineering Manager, and other maintenance team members to provide preventative maintenance to meet production goals, ensure a safe work environment and meet customer specifications.

Responsibilities
  • Performs highly diversified duties to install and maintain all production machines and plant facility's mechanical equipment
  • Detects and diagnoses mechanical failures, including pneumatic and hydraulic malfunctions of equipment, repairs and replaces as necessary
  • Utilizes precision measuring tools/devices, hand tools and testing instruments to ensure equipment installation and alignment are within OEM specifications
  • The ability to read and understand mechanical prints and technical diagrams for the installation and repair of equipment
  • Completes oil and lube cycles on all equipment at the manufacturers recommended intervals
  • Performs other related duties to contribute to the success of the operation as assigned, including but not limited to equipment tooling, changeovers, and equipment startups
  • Maintains housekeeping in areas of assigned responsibility to ensure a safe and clean work environment
  • Completes all documentation in Maintenance Connection including WR and PM documents
Qualifications
  • HS Diploma or equivalency
  • Previous experience with Thermoforming machines preferred
  • Ability to perform strenuous work
  • Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions from equipment manuals.
  • Ability to perform complicated maintenance repairs individually by contacting SME & without close supervision.
  • Ability to establish an effective working relationship with other employees
  • A strong mechanical aptitude.
  • Previous electrical experience with troubleshooting capabilities.
  • Knowledge of electrical repairs and duties.
  • Experience in using all common hand and power tools
  • Skills to service and provide general building maintenance
  • Ability to operate forklift

Physical Requirements and Work Environment:

  • Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb ladders for extended periods
  • Frequently required to lift and carry up to 50 pounds independently
  • Use of hands and arms to handle tools, operate machinery, and perform maintenance tasks with precision
  • Comfortable working in a variety of environmental conditions, including hot, cold, wet, dusty, or noisy areas
  • Visual acuity to read technical documents, safety warnings, and perform detailed inspections
  • Ability to respond to auditory signals, alarms, and verbal instructions
  • Must be able to wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) as required by the task

Pactiv Evergreen is now a part of Novolex. Novolex is a leading manufacturer of food, beverage, and specialty packaging that supports multiple industries, including foodservice, restaurant delivery and carryout, food processing, grocery and retail, and industrial sectors. Our innovative product portfolio is designed to meet the diverse needs of businesses worldwide and the millions of customers they serve. Through continuous investment in research and development, we are committed to engineering more sustainable choices for the future. Our extensive manufacturing network spans North America and Europe, including two world-class plastic film recycling centers. Discover more about Novolex, our 20,000+ family members and our commitment to innovation and sustainability at www.novolex.com.

15 miles southeast of Los Angeles, Santa Fe Springs is a city in Los Angeles County, California. It is one of the Gateway Cities of southeast Los Angeles County. The population was 16,223 at the 2010 census, down from 17,438 at the 2000 census.

The plant was Founded in 1993, manufactures APET Containers, and has approximately 300 employees.

Pactiv Evergreen is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Pactiv Evergreen is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, religion, creed, age national origin, physical or mental disability, genetic information, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, veteran status or other characteristics or statuses protected by law. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please call ... or email ....

All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines and applicable laws.

Pactiv Evergreen is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are subject to a drug test (excluding THC*/marijuana/cannabis) and background check at the time of offer. *THC testing ONLY when such testing is required by law.

Job ID: 484805244
Originally Posted on: 7/11/2025

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