Mechanical Technician IV

Indotronix UK; Newton (NC); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Indotronix UK in Newton, NC is seeking a Mechanical Technician IV to support engineering projects for manufacturing capacity additions and line installations. You will work with cross-functional teams to resolve technical issues and ensure on-time, safe installations.

The role requires an Associate degree in a mechanical/engineering field and 2+ years of equipment installation experience in manufacturing. Occasional overtime, CAD familiarity, and safety awareness are important for success.

Qualifications

• Education: Associates degree in mechanical/technical/engineering
• 2+ years' experience in new equipment installations in a manufacturing environment; startup experience a plus
• Relevant mechanical or industrial certifications are a plus

Responsibilities

• Maintain safe work practices and communicate hazards
• Manage installation and debugging to meet milestones for capacity additions
• Design and implement mechanical solutions to improve equipment capability
• Troubleshoot mechanical and process issues using data and collaboration
• Identify spare parts and manage storeroom entries
• Develop and update engineering and operations documentation
• Support training for operations on equipment changes
• Perform advanced troubleshooting and repair of mechanical systems
• Align, test, and calibrate systems after installation
• Interpret blueprints and schematics for troubleshooting
• Identify opportunities to improve reliability, efficiency, and safety
• Collaborate with departments to implement process improvements

Skills

Mechanical fundamentals

Pneumatics

Motors & gear systems

Reading schematics

Troubleshooting

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Multitasking

MS Office

Hand tools

Safety regulations

Education

Associates degree (mechanical/engineering)

Relevant mechanical certifications (e.g., millwright)

Tools

CAD

Diagnostic equipment

Power tools

Job description

Job Title: Mechanical Technician IV

Onsite: Newton, NC

M-F: 8-5, Occasional overtime

Max Bill Rate: 41/hr

Position Summary

The Mechanical Technician IV supports engineering projects related to manufacturing capacity additions, line installations, equipment debug, and mechanical readiness for operations receivership. This role supports manufacturing engineering projects during development and execution to ensure timely, error-free mechanical support for multi-line equipment installations. The role also works closely with cross-functional internal and external teams, vendors and suppliers on a daily basis to resolve technical issues and protect project scope, timing, cost, and overall installation goals by providing and applying mechanical expertise.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain safe work practices, inform others of hazardous conditions or personal practices as expressed on project team
• Manage installation and debugging activities to meet milestone & timeline objectives for successful capacity additions
• Design & implement mechanical solutions and process changes to improve capability of manufacturing equipment.
• Solve mechanical and process issues through data analysis, experience, and collaboration with subject matter experts
• Manage spare part identification and storeroom entry as recommended by suppliers or peer engineers; noting available spares within (2)-plant footprint
• Develop and update engineering and operations documentation
• Support training for operations workforce regarding equipment or operations changes
• Perform advanced troubleshooting, diagnosis, and repair of mechanical systems, equipment, and machinery (e.g., motors, pneumatics, etc.)
• Align, test, and calibrate mechanical systems after installation
• Diagnose complex mechanical failures and recommend effective solutions
• Interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals to support troubleshooting and repair activities
• Identify opportunities to improve equipment reliability, efficiency, and safety
• Collaborate with other departments to implement process improvements

Required Qualifications

Education: Associates degree in relevant field (mechanical, technical, engineering)

Years/ Area of Experience: At least 2+ years' experience in new equipment installations in a manufacturing environment; start-up experience a plus

Additional Certifications

Relevant mechanical or industrial certifications (e.g., millwright, or welding) are a plus

Required Skills

• Strong technical fundamentals and mechanical engineering/troubleshooting skills
• Expertise in mechanical systems such as pneumatics, motors, and gear systems
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and schematics
• Ability to learn new technology and processes quickly
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and critical-thinking skills
• Ability to multitask and prioritize work on an independent basis in a fast-paced project install manufacturing environment
• Proficiency with PC software, including Microsoft Office Suite
• Proficiency in using hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic equipment
• Knowledge of safety regulations and practices in an industrial setting

Soft Skills

• Ability to work and effectively collaborate within a team
• Ability to allocate/supervise resources to accomplish aggressive project milestones and timeline within specification
• Able to shift tasks quickly
• Able to prioritize and multitask
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Detail oriented and able to perform with limited supervision

Desired Skills

• Project leadership/management experience
• Experience in vendor/supplier management on-site/off-site
• Experience with CAD

Travel Requirements:

Project locations will range multiple locations within a small locale from Newton to Hickory, North Carolina

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