Maintenance Technician - 1st Shift

Trelleborg; Rutherfordton (NC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Employee assistance program

A rewarding career with greater impact

Job summary

Trelleborg's Engineered Coated Fabrics operation seeks a Maintenance Technician to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain mechanical, electrical, and control systems on coating and laminating equipment. The role supports roll replacement, setup duties, and plant utilities with emphasis on safety and reliability.

Responsibilities include preventive maintenance, documentation, and collaboration with production. On-site position located in North Carolina, with opportunities to contribute to capital

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Mechanical Technology or related field preferred.
• 1–3 years in Industrial Maintenance/Engineering environment preferred.
• Excellent knowledge of manufacturing and equipment requirements.
• Mechanical troubleshooting skills and ability to use test equipment.
• Experience with SAP, CAD, and Microsoft Office preferred.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and maintain plant utility systems (Chilled Water, HVAC, Compressed Air, Power).
• Maintain documentation related to equipment modifications and failures.
• Assist with daily routine maintenance.
• Conduct visual inspections and monitor systems for leaks or issues; report needs.
• Exchanges information across shifts to stay informed of operating conditions.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Electrical systems

Preventive maintenance

Drafting

Reading drawings

Education

Associate degree in Mechanical Technology

Tools

AutoCAD

SAP

Microsoft Office

PLC programming

Job description

Trelleborg's Engineered Coated Fabrics operation is a world leader in engineered polymer solutions for almost every industry globally. We are where we are because our talents brought us here. By specializing in the polymer engineering that makes innovation and application possible, Trelleborg works closely with leading industry brands to accelerate their performance, drive their business forward—and along the way, shape the industry and progress that will benefit humankind in the exciting years ahead. Our people are Shaping Industry from the Inside.

Job Description
The Maintenance Technician is responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, modifying, and maintaining all mechanical, electrical, instrument, and control components in both plant equipment and facilities systems and components. The Maintenance Technician will directly support routine and frequent roll replacement and setup duties on Coating and Laminating equipment. Responsibilities also include maintaining Regenerative Thermal Oxidizer, Catalytic Oxidizer, Solvent Recovery System, and Tank Farm equipment.

Job Type: Full time, on-site

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and maintain industrial plant utility systems including Chilled Water, HVAC, Compressed Air, Power, and other systems
• Maintain accurate documentation related to equipment modifications as well as equipment failures.
• Assist with daily routine maintenance.
• Conducts visual system inspections and monitors system operations/processes to ensure proper operations and to detect equipment failures, potential leaks, or other problem situations; reports maintenance needs to appropriate personnel; performs preventive maintenance checks and procedures on system equipment.
• Exchanges information with staff of adjoining work shifts to keep abreast of current operating conditions or problem situations.
• Maintains a current knowledge and awareness of applicable laws/regulations; maintains an awareness of new trends and advances in the profession; attends workshops and training sessions as appropriate.
• Assists production with operational tasks as needed or when maintenance activities are not going on.
• Other duties, as assigned.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Mechanical Technology, or related field, preferred.
• Minimum of one - three years in Industrial Maintenance/Engineering Environment preferred.
• Excellent knowledge and understanding of manufacturing and equipment requirements.
• Mechanical troubleshooting skills and able to use all necessary test equipment.
• Maintenance software experience preferred.
• Experience with SAP, CAD, and Microsoft Office preferred.
• Experience with PLCs and set up of physical office workstations.
• First aid certification preferred.

Physical Demands

• Must have ability to lift up to 75 lbs.
• Stand, walk, kneel, squat and bend during manufacturing processes
• Climb stairs and ladders as needed.
• Work in awkward positions including overhead and below-knee tasks.
• Push/pull toolboxes throughout the facility.

Successful candidate will have strengths in the following:

• Must be able to work in a team-oriented, fast-paced work environment.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Reliable attendance and a strong work ethic.
• Self-starter, capable of working independently.
• Ability to operate hand and power tools.
• Experience with rigging, equipment setting and alignment.
• Drafting skills (AutoCAD) to create necessary drawings.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak in English proficiently.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibrations. The noise level in the work environment can be loud.

Benefits As a valued Trelleborg team member, you will enjoy:

• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Employee assistance program
• A rewarding career with greater opportunity for impact

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