Maintenance Specialist I

Novolex; Kinston (NC); On-site; USD 38,572 - 42,705; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Well-being resources—mental, physical,

Job summary

Novolex is seeking a Maintenance Specialist I in Kinston, NC. The role focuses on repair, troubleshooting and servicing of thermoforming machines and related equipment, including electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.

You will perform preventive maintenance, rebuild parts, and install new equipment to keep operations running smoothly. The position requires reading blueprints, basic math, and familiarity with electrical controls, VFDs, and PLCs.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of maintenance experience in manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance on machinery and auxiliary equipment as required and as delegated by Manager.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Math skills

Electrical knowledge

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

Welding & fabrication

General mechanical knowledge

Tools

Lock-out/Tag-out procedures

Ruler

Micrometer

Calipers

Hand tools

VFDs & PLCs

Job description

Maintenance Specialist I

Kinston, NC

Compensation

Starting Pay Rate of $28.30 - 30.91/hour, paid weekly

Available Shift

3rd: 12:00am - 8:00am (Monday - Friday with some Saturdays as needed)

Overview

The Mechanic is responsible for the repair, troubleshooting and servicing of all equipment. Duties include repair and preventive maintenance of thermoforming machines and all auxiliary equipment in the department. This includes electric, hydraulic, and pneumatic areas of equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform all preventative maintenance on machinery and auxiliary equipment as required and as delegated by Manager
• Rebuild all machine parts as necessary and installs as needed
• Perform prep work, set up and installation of new equipment
• Ensure all equipment and machinery is operating properly during his/her shift
• Must be able to read and understand electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic blueprints and sketches
• Must be to read and use the following tools: ruler, micrometer, calipers, and assorted hand tools
• Must be able to read with comprehension, repair manuals for machinery
• Perform designs, fabrications, weld and burn with torch as needed
• Need some basic lathe and milling machine experience
• Ensure that proper lock-out / tag-out procedures are adhered to while performing work on machines or equipment
• Assure all areas around equipment are safe and keep work area clean and organized at all times
• Must have overall mechanical knowledge in all facets of manufacturing operations and equipment to ensure operations run efficiently and smoothly

Qualifications

• Must have 5+ years experience in maintenance, preferably in manufacturing
• Must be able to read (blueprints) with comprehension and application and, perform math functions
• Must be knowledgeable in electrical systems, hydraulics, pneumatics, blueprint reading (mechanical/electrical), understanding of welding and fabrication
• Previous electrical experience with troubleshooting capabilities
• Must be knowledge on basic controls, VFDs, PLC and PC
• Knowledge of electrical repairs and duties
• Experience in using all common hand and power tools
• Skills to service and provide general building maintenance

Benefits

With safety as our top priority and a commitment to employee well-being an important focus, we offer comprehensive and competitive benefits that include medical, dental and vision insurance as well as a variety of other well-being resources focused on mental, physical and financial health. Specific benefits and well-being programs may vary depending on where you work.

Novolex is committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all employment practices, including but not limited to selection, hiring, promotion, transfer, and compensation to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to age, race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, handicap or disability, genetics, citizenship status, service member or veteran status, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law. Any individual who, because of his or her disability, needs an accommodation in connection with an aspect of the Company's application process should contact [e-mail].