Maintenance Technician

Staffmark Group; Lancaster (SC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k)

Paid time off (PTO)

Job summary

Staffmark Group is hiring a Maintenance Technician in Lancaster, SC to keep critical manufacturing equipment running safely and efficiently. You will troubleshoot, repair, and perform preventive maintenance on automated packaging and processing lines in a GMP-regulated setting.

Requires a high school diploma or GED and a technical background in Industrial Maintenance or Mechatronics. Experience in GMP environments is preferred. This night shift role pays $33–$34 per hour plus benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of industrial maintenance experience, including 3+ years in GMP-regulated environments.
• Experience troubleshooting and repairing automated manufacturing, packaging, and processing equipment.
• Hands-on experience with PLC-controlled equipment, electrical systems, motors, pumps, conveyors, hydraulics, and pneumatics.
• Experience performing preventive, predictive, corrective, and emergency maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair of equipment to maximize uptime and efficiency.
• Diagnose and repair electrical systems up to 480V, including PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, motors and sensors.
• Conduct preventive, predictive, corrective, and emergency maintenance on production equipment and facility systems.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical systems including conveyors, pumps, gearboxes, hydraulics, pneumatics, and automated machinery.
• Document maintenance activities and work orders in CMMS.
• Support training and collaborate with production and engineering teams, ensuring safety and lockout/tagout compliance.

Skills

PLC troubleshooting

Electrical systems

Mechatronics

Preventive maintenance

Root cause analysis

Safety procedures

CMMS documentation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical degree or certification in Industrial Maintenance/Mechatronics

Ability to read electrical schematics/blueprints

Knowledge of cGMP and safety regulations

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLCs

Siemens PLCs

CMMS software

VFDs and servo drives

HVAC knowledge

Job description

Now hiring for a Maintenance Technician - Direct Hire

Location: Lancaster, SC

Pay Rate: $33.00 - $34.00 per hour

Schedule: Sunday - Thursday | 11:15 PM - 7:15 AM

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Looking for Maintenance Technician jobs in Lancaster where your technical skills keep equipment operating at its best? This opportunity allows you to troubleshoot problems, perform repairs, and help maintain the systems that keep production moving safely and efficiently.

Education Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Technical degree, vocational certification, or formal training in Industrial Maintenance, Electrical Maintenance, Mechatronics, Automation, or a related field preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, wiring diagrams, technical manuals, and SOPs.
• Knowledge of cGMP requirements, safety regulations, and maintenance best practices preferred.

Experience Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of industrial maintenance experience, including at least 3 years in a GMP-regulated, pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, food manufacturing, or similar production environment.
• Experience troubleshooting and repairing automated manufacturing, packaging, and processing equipment.
• Hands-on experience with PLC-controlled equipment, electrical systems, motors, pumps, conveyors, hydraulics, and pneumatics.
• Experience performing preventive, predictive, corrective, and emergency maintenance in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced troubleshooting skills involving PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, servo drives, sensors, and industrial automation systems.
• Experience with Allen-Bradley and Siemens PLC platforms.
• Knowledge of HVAC systems, welding, facility maintenance, and equipment installation.
• Strong root cause analysis (RCA), problem-solving, and continuous improvement experience.
• Ability to mentor junior technicians and effectively communicate across departments.
• Experience using CMMS software for work orders, maintenance tracking, and documentation.

Physical Capabilities

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods, including shifts of 8 hours or more.
• Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to bend, squat, climb ladders and stairs, work at heights, and enter confined spaces.
• Ability to safely use hand tools, power tools, testing equipment, and material handling devices.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment with production equipment and machinery.

Job Duties

• Perform advanced troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair of manufacturing, packaging, and facility equipment to maximize uptime and production efficiency.
• Diagnose and repair electrical systems up to 480V, including PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, motors, sensors, relays, and automation controls.
• Conduct preventive, predictive, corrective, and emergency maintenance on production equipment and facility systems.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical systems including conveyors, pumps, motors, gearboxes, hydraulic systems, pneumatic systems, and automated machinery.
• Complete equipment setups, changeovers, installations, upgrades, and process improvements while maintaining compliance with cGMP standards and SOPs.
• Utilize root cause analysis to identify failures, implement corrective actions, and improve equipment reliability.
• Accurately document maintenance activities, work orders, repairs, inspections, and inventory transactions within the CMMS system.
• Support maintenance team training, collaborate with production and engineering teams, and ensure compliance with safety procedures, including lockout/tagout requirements.

Benefits

Benefits vary by client and are confirmed at the time of offer. Examples may include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off (PTO)

\"Yes, I would highly recommend Staffmark to my family and friends.\" - Anthony, Maintenance Technician

Staffmark is an equal opportunity employer. Allapplicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Staffmark offers reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities; contact your local branch for inquiries. Staffmark is an E-Verify employer.