Facilities Support Technician (Warehouse & Manufacturing Support)

Cates Control Systems, Inc.; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 26,174 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Full-time employment

Career growth opportunities

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid holidays and PTO

Job summary

Cates Control Systems, Inc. is seeking a dependable Facilities Support Technician to help keep our Plano and Wylie manufacturing facilities running smoothly. You will work on a variety of daily tasks, support production, maintain facilities, move materials, stock supplies, and assist multiple departments.

This is a hands-on role that keeps employees equipped and productive. You will be involved in Lean/5S efforts, safety, and facility improvements, with opportunities for growth within a stable,

Qualifications

• Dependable and ready to work with a hands-on approach.
• Organized with attention to detail and capable of working independently.
• Mechanically inclined and comfortable using tools in a facilities setting.
• Able to support multiple departments and keep areas clean and safe.

Responsibilities

• Keep production, warehouse, office, and common areas clean, safe, and organized.
• Report maintenance or safety concerns to ensure uninterrupted operations.
• Refill shop supplies, deliver tools and materials, and maintain organized supply stations.
• Assist with receiving, stocking, staging, and moving materials and equipment.

Skills

Dependable

Self-motivated

Organized

Mechanically inclined

Team player

Safety-minded

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift certification

Job description

Description

Keep Our Operations Moving | Hands‑On Work | Variety Every Day

Cates is looking for a dependable, hardworking Facilities Support Technician to help keep our manufacturing facilities running smoothly.

If you’re someone who enjoys staying busy, likes working with your hands, takes pride in keeping things organized, and doesn’t want to sit behind a desk all day, this could be the perfect opportunity.

This isn’t just a cleaning position. You’ll be an important part of our operations team—supporting production, maintaining our facilities, helping move materials, stocking supplies, assisting multiple departments, and making sure our employees have everything they need to be successful.

Every day is different, and your work truly makes a difference.

What You’ll Do

You’ll support our Plano and Wylie facilities by helping with a variety of daily tasks, including:

Keep Our Facilities Looking Great

• Maintain clean, safe, and organized production, warehouse, office, and common areas
• Empty trash, recycling, and remove cardboard, pallets, and scrap materials
• Sweep, mop, and maintain production floors, loading docks, and walkways
• Report maintenance or safety concerns

Support Production

• Refill shop supplies, hardware bins, PPE, labels, tape, and production consumables
• Deliver tools, hardware, and materials to employees
• Help maintain organized supply stations
• Support Lean Manufacturing and 5S initiatives

Warehouse & Material Handling

• Assist with receiving, stocking, staging, and moving materials
• Transport materials between departments
• Relocate shelving, workstations, and production equipment
• Help organize inventory locations and assist with cycle counts

Facility Improvement

• Assemble shelving, workstations, carts, and other equipment using hand and power tools
• Coordinate with outside contractors performing facility work
• Help schedule facility services and repairs
• Assist with office moves, special projects, and department support

Requirements

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for someone who is:

• Dependable and shows up ready to work
• Self‑motivated and able to work independently
• Organized with strong attention to detail
• Comfortable helping wherever needed
• Mechanically inclined and enjoys working with tools
• A team player with a positive attitude
• Safety‑minded

Preferred Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• 1–3 years of warehouse, facilities, maintenance, manufacturing, or janitorial experience
• Forklift certification (or willingness to become certified)
• Clean driving record, reliable transportation, and proof of insurance

Physical Requirements

This is an active position that requires:

• Standing and walking throughout the day
• Frequent bending, lifting, pushing, and pulling
• Lifting up to 50 pounds regularly
• Working indoors and outdoors as needed
• Operating forklifts, pallet jacks, and floor scrubbers after training

Why Join Cates?

At Cates, every employee plays an important role in our success. We build industrial automation and control solutions used by companies across the country, and our Facilities Support Technician helps ensure our entire operation runs efficiently.

We offer:

• Competitive pay
• Stable, full-time employment
• Opportunities to learn new skills
• Supportive team environment
• Clean manufacturing facilities
• Career growth opportunities
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Paid holidays and paid time off

Ready to Join Our Team?

Salary: From $19.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• M-F 7:00 am – 4:00 pm
• Some Overtime may be required
• Overtime pay available for hours worked beyond 40 hours in a week.

Work Location: Two locations – Plano, TX 75074 and Wylie, TX 75098