Maintenance Technician

Maintenance Technician Westlake Royal Building Products, a vinyl siding manufacturer in Columbus OH, has a full-time opening for a Maintenance Technician. This position is responsible for the preventative and routine maintenance functions for all extrusion equipment and support systems in all manufacturing facilities. This schedule for this position would be one of the following: Sunday-Tuesday and every other Saturday 7:00pm-7:00am Wednesday-Friday and every other Saturday 7:00pm-7:00am Essential duties and responsibilities include: Good understanding of PC's and PLC troubleshooting Installing new plant equipment Able to document changes, equipment modifications, and new installations Ability to plan work that requires knowledge of electrical and mechanical theories and principals to effectively accomplish assigned work with minimal interruption to production Practice a predictive/preventative approach to electrical and mechanical maintenance issues Develop working mechanical and electrical knowledge of material conveying, process water, chilled water, and compressed air systems that support the production process. Includes proficiency at PMs and the rebuilding of equipment components Set up barrels and screws on extruders Set up all equipment for production runs Ability to effectively accomplish assigned work with minimum supervision Install power requirements for equipment modifications and installations Comply with company policies for software updating, filing, and archiving of PLC/PC applications Knowledge and experience with CMMS programs Comply with established safety rules and company policies and procedures Qualification and skill requirements include: Minimum of five years electrical and mechanical experience in maintenance technician role Experience with blending and extrusion equipment preferred Electrical and Mechanical background; 3 phase, 480v power experience required Familiarity with PC and PLC equipment Must be able to climb and work at elevated heights Knowledge of 5S and lean principles This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities. Physical demands include standing, walking, sitting, using hands to handle objects, reaching, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, talking, hearing, lifting, carrying, and moving up to 50 lbs. frequently. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Mobility to cover 2 facilities (North & South Plant) is required. This position works in a fast-paced manufacturing facility. Noise level commensurate with large machinery. Ear and eye protection must be worn at all times and steel toed shoes and long pants are required. Temperatures in the building, although maintained, can be affected by outside weather conditions. Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US markets. The pay range is based on relevant market data in our lowest and highest geographic markets. Pay is based on several factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, experience, and skillset. Westlake is a total compensation company. Depending on the position offered, sign on payments, and other forms of compensation may be offered as part of a total compensation package (also to include a full range of medical and other benefits). Westlake is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable legislation. If you are an active Westlake employee (or an employee of any Westlake affiliates), please do not apply here. You will apply via the Jobs Hub application in Workday.

Created: 2026-03-05