Extrusion Mechanic

Catapult Employers Association; New London (NC); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Matching

Paid Time Off

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Job summary

Catapult Employers Association in New London, NC, is seeking an extrusion mechanic/maintenance technician for first shift to support maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of extrusion production equipment. The role is essential to minimize downtime and keep operations safe and efficient.

Responsibilities include troubleshooting extrusion lines, performing preventive maintenance, diagnosing mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic issues, repairing motors and drives, and completing

Qualifications

• 3+ years of industrial maintenance experience.
• Direct extrusion maintenance experience.
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Experience with hydraulics, pneumatics, motors, drives, and industrial equipment.
• Ability to read schematics and technical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair extrusion lines and production equipment.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance.
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic issues.
• Repair motors, gearboxes, pumps, conveyors, drives, and industrial equipment.
• Respond to equipment breakdowns and production interruptions.
• Assist with equipment upgrades and process improvements.
• Complete maintenance documentation and work orders.
• Follow all safety policies and procedures.

Skills

Industrial maintenance

Extrusion maintenance

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical troubleshooting

Hydraulics & Pneumatics

Schematics reading

Proactive maintenance

Job description

New London, NC

Extrusion Mechanic - First Shift

Pay: $25.00-$30.00/hour, with potential up to $35.00-$38.00/hour for highly experienced extrusion maintenance professionals. A growing manufacturing company is seeking a hands-on Extrusion Mechanic / Maintenance Technician to support the maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of extrusion production equipment. This role is critical to maintaining equipment reliability, minimizing downtime, and supporting safe, efficient manufacturing operations.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair extrusion lines and production equipment
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic issues
• Repair motors, gearboxes, pumps, conveyors, drives, and industrial equipment
• Respond to equipment breakdowns and production interruptions
• Assist with equipment upgrades and process improvements
• Complete maintenance documentation and work orders
• Follow all safety policies and procedures

Qualifications

• 3+ years of industrial maintenance experience
• Direct extrusion maintenance experience
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills
• Experience with hydraulics, pneumatics, motors, drives, and industrial equipment
• Ability to read schematics and technical drawings
• Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to maintenance

Preferred Experience

• PVC pipe manufacturing
• Continuous-process manufacturing environments
• PLC troubleshooting
• Welding and fabrication

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Life and disability insurance

Salary: $25 - $38 per hour