Extrusion Mechanic

Catapult; New London (NC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Life and disability insurance

Job summary

Catapult is seeking an experienced Extrusion Mechanic on the first shift in New London, NC to support maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of extrusion production equipment. The role emphasizes preventing downtime and ensuring safe, efficient operation of manufacturing lines.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of industrial maintenance with direct extrusion experience, strong mechanical/electrical troubleshooting, and ability to read schematics. Competitive pay and benefits are offered.

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.

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 experience

Extrusion maintenance experience

Troubleshooting skills

Reading schematics/ drawings

Problem-solving

Tools

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

Motors & drives

Industrial equipment

PLC troubleshooting

Job description

Extrusion Mechanic - First Shift

New London, NC

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