Mechanical Technician

Sofidel SpA; South Carolina; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) Match

Paid vacation

Retention Bonus

Employee referral bonus

Job summary

Sofidel SpA in Duncan, SC is seeking a maintenance technician who will apply technical knowledge to keep our manufacturing lines running safely and efficiently, improve equipment reliability, and identify cost-effective improvements.

You will perform maintenance tasks, enter work orders, diagnose issues, replace parts, coordinate with vendors, and support process improvements while maintaining a clean, safe work environment.

Qualifications

• Strong electrical, mechanical, and troubleshooting experience is required.
• Experience in welding and machining is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Enter work orders into computer systems, monitor required work, and track parts.
• Carry out upkeep and repairs on mechanical and physical structures from sketches and drawings.
• Determine priority for planned equipment shutdowns by preventive maintenance, diagnostics, and testing.
• Examine procedures for relevance and evaluate engineering equipment suitability.
• Identify problems in mechanical equipment and participate in process improvements.
• Collaborate with team members to resolve problems and implement improvements.
• Manage vendors and contractors to monitor output and maintain plant safety.
• Perform operations to maintain workflow and meet schedules and quality requirements.
• Keep the work area clean and safe by following safety protocols.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Electrical

Mechanical

Troubleshooting

Welding

Machining

Education

Associate's degree / high school diploma + 5 years experience

Job description

Job Category: Manufacturing & Engineering

Location: Duncan, SC, US, 29334

Date: Aug 10, 2026

Position Overview

This individual will contribute their professional and technical knowledge in order to increase the effectiveness of our operating systems, enhance the quality of our products, and identify more cost-effective ways to achieve these objectives while lowering expenses. This individual will perform maintenance tasks on machinery and equipment, avoid mechanical failure, and modify, replace, and repair parts and components as needed to keep the plant running safely and effectively.

Job Responsibilities

• Enter work orders into the appropriate computer systems, monitor required work, and keep track of parts in stock.
• Carry out expert upkeep and repairs on a variety of mechanical and physical structures. working from sketches, blueprints, and drawings.
• Determine the priority for the planned equipment shutdown by performing preventative routine maintenance, executing diagnostics, replacing parts, and testing equipment operations.
• Examine procedures for their relevance and evaluate the suitability of engineering equipment.
• Examine mechanical equipment to identify potential problems and participate in process improvement efforts to identify inefficiencies and design flaws.
• Collaborate with other team members as necessary to resolve problems and determine the root cause. Recommend improvements and make mechanical adjustments.
• Manage and collaborate with vendors and contractors to monitor and enhance output in order to advance our technology and provide better products and services while maintaining plant safety.
• Perform or assist with operations, as required to maintain workflow and to meet schedules and quality requirements. Inform management of any unusual equipment or operational issues as well as the requirement for additional materials and supplies.
• Keep the work area clean and organized while following safety protocols and equipment operating instructions to maintain a safe working environment.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

• An Associate’s degree from a two-year college or technical school; or high school diploma or equivalent, and minimum of five (5) years of experience in a related field is preferred.
• Excellent communication, analytical, documentation, and computer skills required
• Strong electrical, mechanical, and troubleshooting experience is required.
• Experience in welding and machining is preferred.

Company Benefits

• Competitive Compensation
• Professional and safe work environment
• Employee referral bonus
• Retention Bonus
• 401(k) Match
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Professional training and development
• Paid vacation

Experience with precision alignment, vibration analysis, or predictive maintenance technologies.

Experience working in a paper, tissue, converting, packaging, or other continuous manufacturing environment.