Mechanical Technician - PM & Troubleshooting (1st Shift)

Milliken & Company; LaGrange (GA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Milliken & Company is seeking a Mechanical Technician for the Live Oak complex. The role focuses on performing scheduled preventive maintenance, mechanical repairs, and assisting with unscheduled breakdowns to support production.

You will troubleshoot using mechanical drawings and have strong teamwork, communication, and safety compliance to keep equipment running. Occasional weekend PMs and after-hours support may be required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of industrial mechanical experience.
• Preferred 2 years electrical/electronics or electro-mechanical degree.
• Working knowledge of tools and materials common to the mechanical trade.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and schematics.
• Basic knowledge of drive systems, pneumatics, and hydraulics.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs and operate motorized equipment.

Responsibilities

• Participate actively in the Live Oak Complex safety process and comply with all safety rules.
• Follow the PM schedule; PMs are typically Monday–Friday with occasional weekend PMs.
• Be available for after-hours support or weekend work as needed.
• Interact effectively with management, staff, vendors, customers, and work independently or in a team.
• Complete work orders and projects assigned.
• Satisfactorily complete Continuous Skills Development (CSD) training requirements.

Skills

Analytical skills

Troubleshooting

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Associate degree (electrical/electronics/electro-mechanical)

Tools

Mechanical tools knowledge

Job description

Milliken & Company is seeking a Mechanical Technician for the Live Oak complex. The role focuses on performing scheduled preventive maintenance, mechanical repairs, and assisting with unscheduled breakdowns to support production.

You will troubleshoot using mechanical drawings and have strong teamwork, communication, and safety compliance to keep equipment running. Occasional weekend PMs and after-hours support may be required.