Knitting Machinery Technician - 1st Shift

Paceline, Inc; Club View Acres (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Paceline is seeking an experienced Knitting Machine Mechanic for the 1st shift to keep knitting equipment running smoothly. You will troubleshoot issues, perform repairs, and conduct routine maintenance to minimize downtime and maintain production schedules.

The role requires maintenance of Lonati and Matec machines, supports style changes, and ensures safety and quality standards across the line.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or technical certification in mechanical or industrial maintenance preferred.
• 2+ years of experience maintaining knitting or textile machinery.
• Strong understanding of mechanical systems, gears, bearings, and drive systems.
• Ability to read technical manuals, diagrams, and schematics.
• Basic electrical troubleshooting skills preferred.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to work shifts, overtime, or weekends as required.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, maintain, and repair circular and/or flat knitting machines, Lonati & Matec machines.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance to reduce machine downtime.
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic issues and implement timely solutions.
• Replace or repair defective components such as needles, sinkers, cams, feeders, and yarn carriers.
• Set up machines for style changes and production runs.
• Calibrate machines to ensure quality standards and fabric specifications are met.
• Monitor machine performance and recommend improvements.
• Maintain accurate maintenance logs and documentation.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and company policies.
• Assist in training machine operators on basic maintenance procedures.

Skills

Reading manuals/diagrams

Mechanical troubleshooting

Team collaboration

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or technical cert (mechanical/industrial)

Tools

Lonati & Matec knowledge

Electrical troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Job description

Paceline is seeking an experienced Knitting Machine Mechanic for the 1st shift to keep knitting equipment running smoothly. You will troubleshoot issues, perform repairs, and conduct routine maintenance to minimize downtime and maintain production schedules.

The role requires maintenance of Lonati and Matec machines, supports style changes, and ensures safety and quality standards across the line.