Maintenance E&I Technician

Company Overview:
TemperPack is a rapidly growing company based in Richmond, Virginia. We design and manufacture innovative, sustainable packaging components for cold-chain shipping of food and pharmaceutical products. The markets we serve have an urgent need for disruptive, sustainable alternatives to replace the wide array of non-sustainable packaging materials conventionally used in the cold chain, such as Styrofoam coolers. Our aspiration is to provide packaging solutions that customers and end-consumers feel great about using.

In addition to our headquarters in Richmond, VA, we operate manufacturing facilities in Las Vegas, NV, and Holt, MI, supporting our mission to provide innovative, sustainable packaging on a national scale.

Job Summary:
We are seeking a Maintenance E&I Technician for our Holt, MI facility. This role is responsible for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing electrical and instrumentation systems in a manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate will have 3–4 years of experience in electronics, sensors, and electrical troubleshooting, with expertise in both electrical and instrumentation work.

The E&I Technician will play a critical role in ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of machinery and equipment. Responsibilities include performing routine maintenance on sophisticated systems, diagnosing faults, and addressing machine failures. This position also involves collaborating with the Maintenance Manager and Engineering team to plan and schedule equipment downtime, while maintaining detailed documentation of maintenance activities. Compensation and benefits for this role are competitive and commensurate with experience level.

Key Responsibilities:

• Install, test, and calibrate instrumentation and control systems.
• Diagnose and repair electrical components such as motors, drives, and wiring systems.
• Perform routine inspections and preventative maintenance on manufacturing equipment.
• Work with PLCs, HMIs, and other control systems to diagnose and resolve issues.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations, electrical codes, and company policies.
• Document maintenance activities, repairs, and inspections in CMMS.
• Maintain and troubleshoot instrumentation, including analytical, flow, pressure, and level transmitters.
• Support commissioning activities and integrate new systems into existing infrastructure.
• Collaborate with the Maintenance Manager and Engineering to plan and document equipment downtime.
• Assist with the design and implementation of electrical and instrumentation projects.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Proficiency with hand tools, power tools, and test instruments (multimeters, calibrators, etc.).
• Strong understanding of motor control circuits and PLC ladder logic.
• Familiarity with local, state, and national electrical codes.
• Ability to disassemble and assemble gearboxes and pumps, including alignment assessments.
• Knowledge of safety protocols, including lock-out/tag-out and confined space standards.
• Strong communication and team collaboration skills.

Experience Requirements:

• 3–4 years of experience in electrical and instrumentation roles.
• Hands-on experience with industrial process equipment and systems, including PLCs, VFDs, and DCS.
• Familiarity with extrusion or lamination machines or similar manufacturing processes.

Education and Certifications:

• Associate degree in Electrical Engineering Technology or equivalent experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical certifications preferred.
• Proficiency in PLC troubleshooting and programming.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand for 10–12 hours.
• Capable of lifting up to 40 pounds unassisted.
• Ability to reach, bend, kneel, and climb while performing repetitive tasks.
• Tolerance for working in hot and cold environments.
• Ability to wear PPE for entire shifts and respond to sensory alerts.

*Important notice:

At this time, our company will not be engaging with external agencies or third-party vendors for recruitment services. We appreciate the interest of recruitment agencies, but kindly request that they refrain from contacting us regarding potential candidates. We are excited to build our internal recruitment capabilities and establish direct relationships with potential hires.

Equal Employment Opportunity:
TemperPack provides Equal Employment Opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or status as a covered veteran/reservist.

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