Third Shift Maintenance Mechanic

Ventek Solutions; Mount Pleasant (TN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Ventek Solutions is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic for the third shift at our Mt. Pleasant, TN plant.

You will perform hands-on electrical and mechanical maintenance, troubleshoot and repair steam chest molding presses, boilers, steam distribution, and supporting equipment to maximize uptime, safety and product quality. The role requires PLC experience, ability to read English instructions, 480V/3-phase experience, and the ability to lift 50 lbs.

Qualifications

• Cat 2 Electrical experience.
• 3 years experience with PLC systems (Allen Bradley 5000 series, Siemens, and Omron).
• 2 years experience with Pneumatic and Hydraulic systems.
• Must read and understand written and verbal policy, instruction and directions in English.
• Must have 480 volt and 3 phase electric experience.
• PLC troubleshooting, industrial and motor controls experience.
• Certified on Material handler including scissor lift.
• Ability to work at heights.
• Must be able to kneel, bend and twist while working.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs throughout the shift.
• Must be authorized to work in the US without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Perform hands-on electrical and mechanical maintenance on steam chest molding presses, boilers, steam distribution systems, and related equipment to maximize uptime and product quality.
• Troubleshoot PLC-based control systems, HMIs, sensors, and wiring; diagnose root causes of electrical and mechanical failures.
• Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns and perform emergency repairs as needed.
• Log completed work, parts used, and findings in the CMMS/work order system.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

PLC systems

Pneumatic systems

Hydraulic systems

Reading English instructions

Heavy lifting (50 lbs)

Safety compliance

Troubleshooting and repair

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLC (5000)

Siemens PLC

Omron PLC

Job description

Ventek Solutions (Ventek) is a leading manufacturer specializing in engineered shape molded foam components, protective packaging, and multi-material assembly solutions. The organization helps customers address complex challenges in product protection, component light-weighting, insulation, and design simplification. Ventek Solutions leverages creative design, thoughtful engineering, and meticulous program management to deliver customized solutions. Ventek operates 9 plants in the US and Mexico with corporate headquarters in Charleston, SC.

Position Summary

The Maintenance Mechanic will perform hands-on electrical and mechanical maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair on steam chest molding presses, boilers, steam distribution systems, and supporting plant equipment to maximize uptime, safety, and product quality.

This role is third shift and is onsite at our Mt. Pleasant, TN plant.

Equipment & Systems

• Troubleshoot and repair steam chest molding machines (EPS/EPP presses), including molds, tooling, valves, actuators, seals, and hydraulic/pneumatic components
• Perform electrical troubleshooting on press controls, motor starters, contactors, sensors, and wiring
• Support boiler operation and repair, and maintain steam distribution components (piping, traps, condensate return, pressure regulators)
• Maintain compressed air, vacuum, and cooling water systems tied to the molding process
• Service material handling equipment (silos, pre-expanders, conveyors, blowers, robotic pick-and-place/demolding units)
• Troubleshoot PLC-based control systems, HMIs, sensors, and automation tied to molding cycles (program changes escalated to Maintenance Manager or controls specialist as needed)

Preventive & Predictive Maintenance

• Complete scheduled PM tasks on molds, presses, boilers, and steam lines per the maintenance schedule
• Perform steam trap inspections and surveys; report and repair failed traps
• Assist with predictive maintenance activities (vibration checks, thermal imaging readings, oil sampling) as directed
• Inspect mold venting, wear points, and condition; report degradation to Maintenance Manager
• Accurately log completed work, parts used, and findings in the CMMS or work order system

Breakdown Response & Repair

• Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns, prioritizing safety and minimizing downtime
• Diagnose root cause of electrical and mechanical failures, not just symptoms
• Perform emergency repairs, including after-hours/on-call response as scheduled
• Communicate repair status and estimated time to repair clearly to production and the Maintenance Manager
• Recommend spare parts needs based on recurring failures

Requirements

• Cat 2 Electrical experience
• 3 years experience with PLC systems, preferably Allen Bradley 5000 series, Siemens, and Omron. Minimum (3) years industrial maintenance experience required.
• 2 years experience with Pneumatic and Hydraulic systems.
• Must be able to read and or understand written and verbal policy, instruction and directions in English.
• Must have 480 volt and 3 phase electric experience.
• We need you to have experience with PLC troubleshooting, industrial and motor controls.
• Must be certified on Material handler including scissor lift.
• Ability to work at heights.
• Must be able to kneel, bend and twist while working.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs. throughout the shift.
• Working independently and managing multiple tasks simultaneously is needed.
• Must be authorized to work in the US without need for sponsorship.