Maintenance Technician (2nd Shift)

At SARSTEDT, we develop, manufacture, and distribute high-quality devices and consumables for medicine and scientific applications. Step into a manufacturing role that starts apart from the rest.

About the role

Join us in one of the cleanest, most advanced, state-of-the-art environments in the area, with climate-controlled facilities, and a strong focus on precision and quality. For over 65 years, SARSTEDT has built its reputation on long-term thinking, avoiding major layoffs, investing in our people, and growing talent through cross-training and continuous development.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance on production equipment and machinery
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic system issues
• Replace faulty components to ensure optimal equipment performance
• Complete work orders in support of production operations
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment
• Follow maintenance schedules and respond to equipment needs as required by management

Requirements

• Associate’s degree in Mechanical Science or related field, or equivalent experience
• 3-5 years of injection molding maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment
• Strong mechanical aptitude with hands-on troubleshooting skills
• Intermediate knowledge of pneumatic and hydraulic systems
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical schematics
• Adequate vision (close, distance, color, peripheral, and focus adjustment)
• Exposure to moving mechanical parts, airborne particles, and moderate to loud noise
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs regularly and up to 50 lbs occasionally
• Able to climb, balance, and work in varied physical positions
• Frequent walking, bending, kneeling, crouching, and use of hands and arms
• Capable of standing for extended periods
• Occasional work at heights
• Ability to work 2nd shift (2:30 PM – 11:00 PM), Monday-Friday, with occasional Saturdays)

Benefits

We offer competitive compensation, generous paid time off, paid holidays, flexible time off, wellness PTO, health plans, retirement savings, professional development opportunities, and employee discounts. SARSTEDT is committed to quality and offers excellent healthcare, mental health support, and fitness programs.

About SARSTEDT

SARSTEDT was founded in 1961 by Walter Sarstedt in Nümbrecht, Germany, and has since grown into a leading global provider of laboratory and medical technology solutions. Headquartered in Germany, our U.S. operations are based in Newton, NC. As a family-owned company, the SARSTEDT family remains actively involved in leadership, driving innovation while staying grounded in our core values of partnership, quality, and long-term commitment to our employees, customers, and suppliers.

Equal Employment Opportunity

SARSTEDT is an equal opportunity employer. We believe that inclusion creates a productive workplace. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.