Maintenance Associate

Fire-Dex, Inc.; Old Fort (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Full-time schedule

Paid time off

Job summary

Fire-Dex, Inc. is seeking a Maintenance Associate in Old Fort, NC, to perform machine setup, troubleshoot repairs and support preventative maintenance programs using lean tools.

The role requires hands-on mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic skills, strong teamwork, and a commitment to safety and quality in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Strong mechanical and technical problem-solving skills.
• Experience reading blueprints/schematics and interpreting manuals.
• Ability to work with lean tools and maintain safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform emergency/unscheduled troubleshooting and repairs of production equipment.
• Prepare and set up machinery for production runs.
• Read and interpret equipment manuals and work orders.
• Record maintenance expenses, downtime and PM effectiveness.
• Comply with OSHA safety rules and participate in Kaizen/6S activities.
• Assist with general facility clean-up and event setup.

Skills

Mechanical

Electrical

Pneumatic

Hydraulic

Strong technical support

Education

High school diploma, GED or equivalent

Job description

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Maintenance Associate

Full Time Old Fort, NC, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1317

Job Posting Title Maintenance Associate

Job Description

We’re seeking a self-motivated Maintenance Associate who can conduct machine setup, troubleshoot repairs and advise in the installation of total preventative maintenance programs and operate using lean tools to accomplish the day’s tasks.

Hours of Work:

Additional responsibilities include:

• Performing all emergency/unscheduled troubleshooting and repairs of production equipment during production and performing scheduled maintenance repairs of production equipment during machine service
• Preparing and setting up machinery for production runs
• Reading and interpreting equipment manuals and work orders to perform required maintenance and service
• Record keeping and reporting of maintenance expenses, machine downtime and effectiveness of preventative maintenance
• Complying with OSHA safety and health rules
• Participating in Kaizen and 6s activities
• Assisting with maintaining general facility cleanliness and event set-up
• Shifting focus as priorities change
• Performing other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent
• Mechanic skills, including but not limited to:
  • Mechanical
  • Electrical
  • Pneumatic
  • Hydraulic
• Strong technical support experience
• Familiar with calibration systems
• Understands blueprints and schematics
• Solution focused mind-set
• Self-motivated
• Flexibility to multi-task and prioritize tasks
• Ability to work positively with others (strong team player) as well as possess self-accountability and independence
• Open and effective communicator and collaborator with co-workers and supervisor, ability to remain calm and professional situations
• Self-motivated with desire to work hard to meet goals and timelines
• Possess a high attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work carefully and follow safety standards
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds
• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards

Benefits and Perks Include:

• Competitive hourly rate
• Steady full-time hours and a set and consistent schedule to assist with a work-life balance (plus see below about paid time off)
• Attendance incentives – pay and extra PTO
• Profit sharing bonuses based upon company success
• Health, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family after 60 days
• PTO (Paid time off) starting after 90 days
• Paid parental leave
• 401(k) with employer matching
• Life insurance and short-term disability insurance
• EAP (employee assistance program) for entire household
• Local entertainment and event discounts
• Celebrations (usually involving free food), contests, theme days and parties!
• Gift for your birthday!
• Have fulfillment about the purposeful work you do within an impactful industry
• Work in a modern and temperature-controlled facility with a nice break room and outdoor patios

More About Us:

• Founded in 1983 and is headquartered in Medina, Ohio
• We pride ourselves on being a family owned and operated business whose mission is “to serve those who serve.”
• Our dedicated team of associates have helped pave the path of innovation for new products and services that are focused on the health and safety of first responders.
• Our values include fun, integrity, respect, and excellence = FIRE!
• 41 years in business
• Multi award-winning organization – including recognition as aTop Workplace by NorthCoast 99 eight times over, Family Business Achievement Awards, Cascade Business Growth Awards and Weatherhead 100!
• Safety glasses provided and must wear closed-toed footwear

Location:

59 Commerce Street

Old Fort, NC 28762

Be part of manufacturing the highest quality personal protective equipment in the USA and keeping first responders safe!

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)

Fire- Dex is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age (40 and over), ancestry, color, disability (physical and mental, including HIV and AIDS), genetic information, gender identity and expression, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, race (includes traits historically associated with race, including, but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles), religion (includes religious dress and grooming practices), sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, or any other basis protected by law. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce and actively seek to ensure that our hiring and employment practices reflect this commitment

Interview Process & Consent

Fire‑Dex may use AI‑assisted tools to record and transcribe interviews for evaluation purposes, with candidate notice and consent. These tools support, but do not replace, human decision‑making. Interview data is handled in accordance with applicable privacy laws, including CCPA and GDPR.