Autonomous Maintenance Technician — Night Shift

S&D Coffee; Concord (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading coffee company in North Carolina is seeking a Technical Operator to operate, maintain, and optimize automated production equipment. The role requires 2–5 years of experience in manufacturing and a strong understanding of electrical systems. Duties include performing maintenance tasks, ensuring compliance with quality standards, and training newer operators. Candidates must have an associate’s degree in relevant fields and possess strong troubleshooting skills. The position is focused on continuous improvement and reliability of production equipment.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience operating and maintaining complex, automated equipment in manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of electrical systems, sensors, and actuators.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and autonomous maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain, and optimize automated machinery for smooth production workflows.
• Ensure compliance with quality expectations and specifications.
• Train newer operators on equipment operation and maintenance.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Communication

Documentation

Lean Manufacturing

Electrical Systems Knowledge

Education

Associate’s degree or technical diploma in Engineering Technology, Automation, Mechatronics

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Autonomous Maintenance Tech

#6529

Concord, North Carolina, United States

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Job Description

We are seeking a Technical Operator dedicated to operating, maintaining, and optimizing automated production equipment through autonomous maintenance practices. This role emphasizes proactive care--cleaning, lubrication, inspection, and minor adjustments--to ensure equipment reliability and minimize downtime. While basic troubleshooting is required, the primary focus is to use continuous improvement to maintain the production equipment to sustain a world-class operational standard.

Job Duties:

• Adhere to safety protocols and safety maps to perform minor interventions and/or lockout/tagout.


• Assign tasks as needed for operators and support staff for retail lines


• Ensure products comply with quality expectations and specifications


• Operate, maintain, and optimize automated machinery to ensure smooth production workflows.


• Perform autonomous maintenance tasks such as cleaning, inspection, lubrication, and centerlining.


• Perform visual inspections to detect abnormalities and prevent failures/downtime.


• Conduct routine operational checks and ensure machines are ready for start-up and shut-down.


• Monitor equipment performance and identify early signs of wear or abnormal conditions.


• Train newer or less technical operators how to properly operate and maintain the equipment.


• Participate in root cause analysis for recurring issues and collaborate with maintenance teams for corrective actions.


• Assist in new equipment installation, testing, and commissioning to ensure proper autonomous maintenance standards are established.


• Maintain accurate logs of machine performance, downtime, and maintenance interventions.


• Participate in continuous improvement projects to enhance equipment reliability and reduce unplanned downtime.


• Collaborate with engineering and maintenance teams for system upgrades, calibration, and modifications.

Requisition Number

6529

Shift

12 Hour Night

Qualification

Qualifications:

• Associates degree or technical diploma in Engineering Technology, Automation, Mechatronics, etc.


• 2--5 years of experience operating and maintaining complex, automated equipment in a manufacturing, industrial, or production environment.


• 2-5 years of experience working in automotive repair/technology or other electrical/mechanical trade.


• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and autonomous maintenance pillar.


• Strong understanding of electrical systems, sensors, and actuators.


• Basic understanding of PLCs (e.g., Siemens, Allen-Bradley) and HMI systems.


• Ability to read and interpret electrical and mechanical schematics.


• Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills.


• Good communication and documentation skills.


• Familiarity with lean manufacturing or Six Sigma principles.


• OSHA, NFPA 70E, or equivalent electrical safety certification.


• Experience with robotic


• Technical Operator Certification

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