Night-Shift Maintenance Technician: Kaizen & PLC

Voith GmbH Group; Summerville (SC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work schedule

Competitive compensation

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Voith US Inc. is seeking a maintenance technician to support the Maintenance Department in a 7pm–7am shift. The role covers electrical, mechanical, and equipment troubleshooting, 5S housekeeping, and safety compliance.

You will participate in Kaizen activities and long-term project planning, with tasks spanning corrective and preventive maintenance. The ideal candidate has strong problem-solving skills, experience in manufacturing maintenance, and the ability to work under pressure, including

Qualifications

• Must have experience in a manufacturing environment with a maintenance focus.
• Strong ability to apply mechanical and electrical/electronic principles to troubleshoot and repair.
• Working knowledge and skill with highly sophisticated equipment and software.
• High level of knowledge of cutting tools and materials.
• Solid problem-solving using statistics and root-cause analysis.
• Ability to handle pressure and complete tasks under stress.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical/electronic equipment, including controls, drives, and sensors.
• Plan and perform work with knowledge of electrical codes and material properties.
• Install, startup, and shut down equipment per safety procedures and OSHA requirements.
• Notify management of potential problems and safety hazards.
• Perform fabrication, preventative maintenance, and routine machine checks.
• Participate in Kaizen and continuous improvement projects and standardized work.
• Maintain clean, safe work environment and proper material storage and waste disposal.
• Contribute to long-term planning for major projects and equipment installations.
• Complete required reporting and paperwork.
• Be receptive to training and work in multiple areas.

Skills

Maintenance expertise

Troubleshooting

Mechanical knowledge

Electrical/electronic knowledge

Problem solving

Communication skills

Teamwork

Overtime availability

Job description

Voith US Inc. is seeking a maintenance technician to support the Maintenance Department in a 7pm–7am shift. The role covers electrical, mechanical, and equipment troubleshooting, 5S housekeeping, and safety compliance.

You will participate in Kaizen activities and long-term project planning, with tasks spanning corrective and preventive maintenance. The ideal candidate has strong problem-solving skills, experience in manufacturing maintenance, and the ability to work under pressure, including