Millwright/Electro-Mechanical Manufacturing Maintenance Tech

Millwright / Electro-Mechanical Manufacturing Maintenance Technician

Laurinburg, NC

Job Summary

The Millwright/Electro-Mechanical Manufacturing Maintenance Technician is responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining equipment and machinery in a safe and efficient manner. This role supports the continuous operation of production equipment through preventative maintenance, emergency repairs, and collaboration with the maintenance team.

Key Responsibilities

Maintenance

• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance repairs on production and packaging equipment.

• Prepare and set up machinery for scheduled production runs.

• Troubleshoot and repair systems involving bearings, power transmission (chain drives and gearboxes), motors, low-voltage electrical components, VFDs, pneumatic and hydraulic systems.

• Conduct preventive maintenance (PM) and repairs on all plant and mobile equipment.

• May assist with maintenance and repair of over-the-road trailers, general building systems, and other onsite equipment as needed.

• Read and interpret equipment manuals, schematics, and work orders to perform required maintenance and service.

• Operate mobile equipment safely, including forklifts, front-end loaders, and yard jockeys/trailer combinations.

Safety and Administration

• Comply with OSHA safety and health regulations at all times.

• Maintain safety, cleanliness, and organization in the maintenance department.

• Communicate effectively with supervisors and maintenance team members.

• Administer and follow company policies as they relate to maintenance operations.

• Participate in monthly safety meetings and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

• Log work accurately using a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).

• Manage time effectively to complete scheduled tasks on time.

• Support the Maintenance Manager with additional assignments and improvement initiatives as needed.

Physical Requirements

• Exposure to varying temperatures and work environments.

• Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 60 lbs.

• Ability to sit, stand, bend, reach, kneel, and squat for extended periods.

• Must be able to climb ladders, stairs, and scaffolds, and work comfortably at heights up to 100 feet.

• Spend approximately 50% of work time standing or walking, 20% kneeling, and the remainder performing other physical activities.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.

• 2+ years of experience in industrial maintenance.

• Strong mechanical and machinery background with exposure to high-speed production equipment.

• Knowledge of electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.

• Basic welding experience.

• PLC troubleshooting ability preferred.

• Ability to read and interpret electrical and mechanical schematics.

• Must have a personal set of basic tools.

• Ability to work independently and outdoors when required.