Description

FilMax Tech Inc. is an automotive film manufacturer in Jurupa Valley, California, producing and distributing a premium line of protective and appearance films.

We are seeking a hands-on Maintenance Mechanic to support the installation, startup, maintenance, and repair of our manufacturing equipment and production lines. This role will work closely with equipment vendors, production, and operations teams to keep equipment safe, reliable, and operating efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

1. Equipment Installation and Commissioning

   Support the installation, commissioning, start-up, and acceptance testing of TPU manufacturing equipment. Work with overseas engineers and equipment suppliers to complete technical training and equipment handover.

2. Equipment Troubleshooting and Repair

   Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical issues involving extrusion, casting, coating, web handling, winding, slitting, and related auxiliary equipment, as applicable to installed production lines.

3. Preventive Maintenance

   Perform routine inspections, lubrication, servicing, and scheduled maintenance. Help develop and improve preventive maintenance programs.

4. Electrical and Automation Maintenance

   Troubleshoot motors, sensors, variable frequency drives (VFDs), control panels, PLCs, and HMIs within the employee’s demonstrated qualifications, training, and authorization.

5. Maintenance Documentation and Spare Parts

   Maintain accurate maintenance logs, inspection records, spare-parts lists, and equipment service documentation. Assist with critical spare-parts inventory management.

6. Continuous Improvement

   Investigate recurring equipment failures and unplanned downtime. Recommend improvements to equipment reliability, safety, and operating efficiency.

7. Safety and Compliance

   Follow applicable OSHA, Cal/OSHA, and company safety procedures, including lockout/tagout (LOTO), machine guarding, and electrical safety requirements.

8. Technical Training and Knowledge Transfer

   Participate in technical training with equipment suppliers and overseas engineers. Assist in developing English maintenance SOPs, troubleshooting guides, and equipment documentation.

Requirements

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical, trade-school, or vocational training required.
• 1-3 years of hands-on maintenance experience with manufacturing or industrial equipment.
• Valid electrician certification or qualification required.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems.
• Experience troubleshooting motors, sensors, electrical components, wiring, pneumatic systems, and mechanical assemblies.
• Ability to use common electrical and mechanical diagnostic tools.
• Ability to independently identify equipment issues and perform repairs.
• Experience with PLCs, VFDs, servo motors, industrial controls, or automation systems.
• Experience in automotive film, coating, converting, slitting, packaging, or similar manufacturing environments is a plus.
• Conversational Mandarin proficiency is a plus.
• Eligible to work in the United States.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment and around production equipment.
• Ability to stand, bend, reach, and perform hands-on equipment maintenance.
• Ability to lift tools, components, and equipment parts as reasonably required for the position.
• Relevant industrial electrical certifications or training, including California State Certified General Electrician, Electrical Trainee Card, electrical apprenticeship completion, PLC/VFD training, industrial controls training, or electrical safety and lockout/tagout (LOTO) certification.

Benefits

• Annual salary: 80000-100000 USD/year
• 401(k)
• Group Health Plan
• PTO
• Sick Leave
• Paid Holidays