Engineering Technician 1

Dotson; York (SC); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

MacLean Power Systems in Fort Mill, South Carolina, is seeking a manufacturing technician to support rubber molding operations, setup, testing, and maintenance of production equipment.

The role involves reading blueprints, participating in engineering trials, and ensuring safe, efficient production with adherence to 5S standards.

Qualifications

• Accreditation from a technical school or skilled trades program.
• 0–2 years of manufacturing or molding experience.
• Basic knowledge of rubber injection molding.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel).

Responsibilities

• Perform automation improvements and assist with new plant layouts and equipment installation.
• Set up, adjust and operate machinery to support the production process.
• Test and inspect machines; perform routine maintenance.
• Read blueprints and specs to determine setup and sequence of operation.
• Fabricate and assemble modified components for products and measuring instruments.
• Complete documents accurately and maintain 5S standards.
• Adhere to safety, environmental and quality policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Rubber injection molding knowledge

Analytical thinking

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Education

Technical school accreditation

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Posted Tuesday, October 14, 2025 at 5:00 AM

Headquartered in Fort Mill, South Carolina, MacLean Power Systems (MPS) is a leading manufacturer of mission-critical and engineered components for the electric utility, telecommunications, and civil markets. Established in 1986 as a subsidiary of a larger parent company, MPS has grown substantially and now operates as a standalone company. A dedicated workforce of over 1,600 team members worldwide, MPS is renowned for its commitment to quality, responsiveness, and safety. Our focus on vertical integration ensures the highest standards across our product lines. We operate nine production facilities across North America and continually invest in our manufacturing capabilities to better serve our customers.

At MPS, we strive to create a workplace that embodies respect, openness, collaboration, personal growth, and entrepreneurship. We are committed to achieving excellence in Environmental, Health & Safety through our Mission Zero initiative.

Job Summary

Under the direction of engineering staff, supports all phases of the manufacturing process, including the setup, operation, testing, and maintenance of rubber molding equipment, tools, and machinery. Assists in process development and troubleshooting, participates in engineering trials, and provides operator training to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable production.

Job Duties

• Perform work associated with automation improvements, new plant layouts, installation, calibration and operation of production machines
• Set up, adjust and operate machinery in support of the production process, as needed
• Test and inspect machines to determine safe and efficient operation, perform routine maintenance and fix standard malfunctions
• Read and interpret blueprints, engineering specifications and shop order to determine machine setup, production methods and sequence of operation
• Devise, fabricate and assemble new or modified mechanical components for products, such as machinery or equipment and measuring instruments
• Complete all necessary documents fully and accurately
• Adhere to 5S standards (e.g., maintain cleanliness of work area, etc.)
• Follow all Safety, Environmental and Quality policies and procedures
• Perform other duties as assigned

Experience and Education

• Handle basic issues and problems and refer more complex issues to higher level staff
• Possess beginning to working knowledge of rubber injection molding
• Require accreditation from a technical school or applicable skilled trades program and 0 to 2 years of experience
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, and Excel) for communication, documentation, and data analysis.
• Ability to interpret work instructions
• Ability to follow written and verbal directions
• Intermediate verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
• Interpersonal skills
• Critical Thinking and Problem-solving skills
• Analytical thinking skills
• Process troubleshooting
• Mechanical aptitude
• Hands-on assembly and repair

Essential Functions - Environment, Competencies, and Equipment

Choose the appropriate response by each of the functions listed below

Physical Requirements

Equipment Use

Yes

General vision

Yes

Works alone

Yes

Reading simple

Yes

Computer

No

Close vision

Yes

Works with others

No

Reading complex

No

Telephone

Yes

Clear Speech

Yes

Verbal face-to-face

Yes

Writing simple

Yes

Calculator

Yes

Hearing

Yes

Extended days

No

Writing complex

Yes

Copy machine

Yes

Yes

Yes

No

Fax

No

Flexibility (upper/lower)

Yes

Mechanical equipment

Yes

Yes

Maintenance tools

F

Standing

No

Electrical equipment

No

Yes

Process machines

O

No

Pressurized equipment

Yes

Judgement calls

No

Packaging machines

R

Kneeling

No

Burning materials

Yes

Decision making

Yes

R

Pulling

No

Gases

Yes

Problem solving

R

Pushing

Yes

Yes

Creativity

Key: C – Continuous, F – Frequently, O – Occasionally, R – Rarely

EOE-Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran

Various agencies of the United States Government require employers to maintain information on applicants pertaining to factors such as race, sex, and type of position for which an individual applies. The information requested is voluntary and for compliance with certain record keeping requirements. MacLean Power, LLC has a long-standing commitment to equal employment opportunity for all its associates and applicants for employment. MacLean Power, LLC believes all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunities and does not discriminate against its employees or applicants for employment because of race, color, gender, affectional or sexual orientation, domestic partnership status, ancestry, religion, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, disability, veteran status, age or any other protected group status. All job offers are conditional, upon successful completion of pre-employment screening, including criminal checks, drug testing, employment, and education verification.