General Maintenance Technician

About the role

This is an entry-level position with excellent opportunities for growth and career advancement. You will play an essential role in ensuring equipment reliability and maintaining our production environment, supporting operations at our South Carolina location. The role involves handling various maintenance tasks, from equipment upkeep to warehouse improvements, and working alongside experienced technicians to keep automated systems running smoothly.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and troubleshoot conveyors, case sealers, labelers, and printers to ensure continuous production operations.
• Perform preventative maintenance on automated systems and Material Handling Equipment to minimize downtime.
• Manage work orders efficiently and coordinate with specialized support teams as needed.
• Interpret blueprints and schematics for equipment maintenance, repairs, and facility improvements.
• Implement and enforce safety standards for all Material Handling Equipment in accordance with OEM requirements.
• Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns and adapt to changing priorities throughout the shift.
• Utilize various tools and equipment while working in diverse facility conditions to maintain operational excellence.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 1 year of maintenance experience with conveyors, case sealers, labelers, and printers.
• Ability to work flexible schedules including weekends and holidays.
• Physical capability to lift up to 49 pounds, perform repetitive bending, crouching, kneeling, reaching, and standing/walking throughout shift.
• Ability to work in varying conditions including small spaces, dust, fumes, temperature fluctuations, noise, and concrete floors.
• Manual dexterity for eye/hand coordination, foot pedals, and precision tasks (picking, pinching, holding, grasping).

Preferred Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience with automated conveyors, controls, and electrical wiring.
• 1+ year conducting preventative maintenance programs and reading blueprints/schematics.
• Experience with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).
• Knowledge of Material Handling Equipment (MHE) safety standards per Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) requirements.

Schedule

Day Shift – Monday - Friday, 10:00 AM – 6:30 PM (onsite in South Carolina).