2nd Shift Extrusion Maintenance Technician

Kreate; Fletcher (NC); On-site; USD 36,368 - 51,797; Full time

Job summary

MELDS LLC is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to support the reliability and performance of our extrusion and ancillary equipment. You will maximize uptime, troubleshoot electrical and mechanical systems, and contribute to facility improvements in a fast-paced plastics environment.

Ideal candidates bring strong electrical/mechanical skills, factory floor problem solving, and a commitment to safety and continuous improvement. This role is on 2nd shift with overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• 3+ years industrial maintenance experience; plastics manufacturing or extrusion experience preferred.
• Strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting abilities.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and mechanical diagrams.
• Experience troubleshooting motors, sensors, controls, and industrial equipment.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair extrusion lines and other production equipment.
• Identify and resolve issues with electrical systems including motors, sensors, controls.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical systems such as gearboxes, bearings, and drive systems.
• Perform preventive maintenance to maximize reliability and lifespan of equipment.
• Respond quickly to equipment failures to restore production operations.
• Support installation, startup, and commissioning of new extrusion lines and automation systems.

Job description

MELDS LLC is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to support the reliability and performance of our extrusion and ancillary equipment. You will maximize uptime, troubleshoot electrical and mechanical systems, and contribute to facility improvements in a fast-paced plastics environment.

Ideal candidates bring strong electrical/mechanical skills, factory floor problem solving, and a commitment to safety and continuous improvement. This role is on 2nd shift with overtime as needed.