Maintenance Technician – Industrial Machinery

Nexus Circular LLC; McDonough (GA); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) and Roth 401(k) with company</n

Medical, Dental and Vision coverage —

Flexible Spending Accounts

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

Insperity Works program

Job summary

Nexus Circular is seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician to support the maintenance department by conducting routine maintenance, troubleshooting equipment issues, and repairing or replacing machinery. This role reports to Nexus Circular’s Materials Manager.

Key responsibilities include routine maintenance, diagnosing mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems, calibration, and coordinating with operations to minimize downtime.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or equivalent in a relevant field such as industrial maintenance, mechanical engineering, or electrical engineering.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in maintenance or related field.
• Strong technical knowledge of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Proficiency with hand and power tools and diagnostic equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals.
• Good understanding of safety protocols and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine maintenance on machinery, equipment, and facilities, including inspecting, cleaning, lubricating, and adjusting parts as needed.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues and diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Test and calibrate equipment and machinery to ensure proper functioning.
• Perform major repairs and machine overhauls as necessary.
• Support maintenance vendors with routine visits.
• Perform cycle counts of maintenance spare parts.
• Ensure accurate record-keeping of maintenance activities, including work orders, repairs, and parts used through CMMS system.
• Coordinate maintenance activities with production and operations teams to minimize downtime and ensure timely completion of tasks.
• Adhere to safety and housekeeping protocols and follow established procedures to maintain a safe and efficient work environment.
• Keep up-to-date with equipment manuals, procedures, and training materials, as required.
• Assist with the installation of new equipment and machinery.
• Collaborate with other team members and communicate effectively to share knowledge and ensure the successful completion of maintenance tasks.

Skills

Mechanical systems knowledge

Electrical systems knowledge

Pneumatic systems

Hydraulic systems

Blueprints & schematics reading

Reading technical manuals

Safety compliance

Education

Associate's degree or equivalent in industrial maintenance or related field

3 years maintenance experience

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

Nexus Circularis the commercial leader in advanced recycling technology that converts landfill-bound plastics into circular feedstocks for the production of sustainable virgin plastics for packaging and other applications. Nexus Circular’s end-to-end solution is economically validated as demonstrated by consistent bulk sales of high quality, ISCC Plus circular feedstocks for virgin plastic production. Aligned with global partners who seek proven scalable solutions to meet ambitious plastic circularity goals, Nexus Circular is rapidly expanding its innovation footprint worldwide, moving decisively to address the complex challenges of plastics accumulation in the environment.

Nexus has built an outstanding culture. We are looking for people to contribute to a fast-paced, environmentally committed business that is focused on growth and sustainability. We are very collaborative, transparent, data driven, value diverse perspectives and are looking for constructive initiatives and new ideas. We are looking for self-starters and independent thinkers who work collaboratively in teams. Given the growth stage of Nexus, we are also looking for people who are comfortable moving between strategic thinking and executing those ideas to take Nexus to the next level.

Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced and skilled Maintenance Technician to join our team. In this role, you will provide support to our maintenance department by conducting routine maintenance, troubleshooting equipment issues, and repairing and/or replacing equipment and machinery.

This role reports to Nexus Circular’s Materials Manager.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct routine maintenance on machinery, equipment, and facilities, including inspecting, cleaning, lubricating, and adjusting parts as needed.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues and diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Test and calibrate equipment and machinery to ensure proper functioning.
• Perform major repairs and machine overhauls as necessary.
• Support maintenance vendors with routine visits.
• Perform cycle counts of maintenance spare parts.
• Ensure accurate record-keeping of maintenance activities, including work orders, repairs, and parts used through CMMS system.
• Coordinate maintenance activities with production and operations teams to minimize downtime and ensure timely completion of tasks.
• Adhere to safety and housekeeping protocols and follow established procedures to maintain a safe and efficient work environment.
• Keep up-to-date with equipment manuals, procedures, and training materials, as required.
• Assist with the installation of new equipment and machinery.
• Collaborate with other team members and communicate effectively to share knowledge and ensure the successful completion of maintenance tasks.

Minimum Requirements:

• Associate's degree or equivalent in a relevant field such as industrial maintenance, mechanical engineering, or electrical engineering.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in maintenance or related field.
• Strong technical knowledge of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Proficiency with hand and power tools and diagnostic equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals.
• Good understanding of safety protocols and regulations.

Additional Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a team environment.
• Physical stamina and ability to lift heavy objects and work in confined and elevated spaces.
• Ability to work outside of regular hours, as necessary, and work overtime or emergency call-ins as required.

Don’t meet all the listed requirements? At Nexus Circular, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. If you are excited about this role but your previous experience doesn’t align completely with the job, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may just be the right candidate for this or other roles!

Benefits:

• Eligible to contribute to Company’s Traditional 401(k) and Roth 401(k) upon hire with Company Contribution
• Medical, Dental and Vision coverage at 100% for employee only levels.
• Multiple comprehensive coverage levels for Medical, Dental, & Vision
• Group Health & Wellness Program, plus special savings on retail items, travel, entertainment, and more through Insperity Works
• Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings Accounts
• Basic and AD&D Life Insurance
• Voluntary benefits, including short-term and long-term disability insurance, accident, critical illness, and hospital confinement insurance.

Note:The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the incumbent. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for this position.

Nexus Circular Is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Nexus Circular recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of that individual’s age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application, interview process, pre-employment activity, and the performance of crucial job functions. Please [e-mail] request accommodation.

Statement to Third-Party Agencies: Nexus Circular only accepts resumes from agencies with which we formally engage their services. Please do not forward any resumes, as Nexus Circular is not responsible for any fees or charges associated with unsolicited resumes.