Maintenance Technician

  • Charter Next Generation
  • Duluth, Minnesota
  • Full Time

At CNG, we are owners. We empower every individual to make a significant impact - because every moment matters. Whether you're starting your career journey or aiming for the next level, we foster a supportive environment where your contributions are valued and celebrated.

Why Join CNG?

Employee Ownership: Every employee receives equity shares, enabling you to participate in our company's growth and prosperity.

Work-Life Balance: We support true work-life integration for all CNG employee owners.

Career Growth: Advance your career within our expanding network of manufacturing facilities with comprehensive training and development programs.

Purpose-Driven Work: Help create sustainable packaging solutions that reduce food waste and protect our environment for future generations.

The Role

You will maintain and repair production equipment to ensure reliable, efficient operations. In this hands-on role, you'll troubleshoot mechanical systems, perform preventive maintenance, complete roll changes, and support equipment installations-all while upholding safety standards, maintaining accurate documentation, and contributing to a clean, well-organized facility.

Schedule: Work only 15 days per month with our unique rotating 4 day schedule

  • Rotational Shift Hours: Follows an 8-week rotational cycle of 6 weeks on Day Shift and 2 weeks on Afternoon Shift.
  • Day Shift Hours: 6:00am-4:00pm
  • Afternoon Shift Hours: 2:00pm-12:00am

What You'll Do

  • Troubleshooting mechanical processes and controls as assigned.
  • Assembling and installing new production equipment.
  • Making mechanical repairs.
  • Completing preventative maintenance tasks.
  • Performing roll changes as dictated by the production schedule.
  • Performing facility maintenance tasks.
  • Operating electrical and mechanical test equipment.
  • Maintaining a safe working environment and good housekeeping conditions.
  • Ensuring that all paperwork is completed properly and accurately.
  • Reading and interpreting blueprints/schematics as they relate to electrical and mechanical requirements.

What You'll Bring

Essential Qualifications:

  • 1-3 years of plastic extrusion experience preferred
  • Ability to work with measuring tools such as tape measure, calipers, etc.
  • Solid technical/mechanical aptitude
  • Physical ability to stand, walk, bend, pull and lift throughout a 12- hour period. (Our lift limit is 65bs)
  • Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen
  • Focus on safety and quality production
  • Basic computer knowledge
  • Strong communication skills
  • Positive attitude and a willingness to learn
  • Ability to pass pre-employment drug screening

Preferred Qualifications:

  • 2-5 years of plastic extrusion experience
  • Basic computer knowledge
  • Previous manufacturing/industrial Maintenance experience

Compensation & Benefits

Starting Salary:

  • Wages ranging from $22.00 per hour, dependent on experience.
  • Additional $2.50 per hour night shift differential.

Total Rewards:

  • Employee Ownership - Become a company owner day 1!
  • Full medical, dental, and vision insurance upon hire
  • Holiday Pay
  • Paid vacation
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Performance-based bonuses
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Career advancement opportunities across 15+ facilities

Ready to Own Your Future?

Join a team where every voice matters, every contribution counts, and every employee shares in our success.

Charter Next Generation is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Learn More About CNG:

  • Visit our careers page: cnginc.com/careers
  • Discover our employee ownership program: cnginc.com/careers/employee-ownership
  • See what makes us different: cnginc.com/careers/why-cng

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Job ID: 517671053
Originally Posted on: 4/17/2026

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