Mechanic III- 3rd Shift

About Us

HSM Company History  |  HSM HEART Company Values  |  Who is HSM to our customers? 

Founded in 1944, HSM is a third generation, privately held company with a rich history of innovation and a commitment to our people. With 25 locations across the U.S. and corporate headquarters in Hickory, NC and Huntersville, NC, we specialize in manufacturing components for furniture, bedding, transportation, packaging, automotive, and healthcare industries. Our expertise also includes designing and building automated production machinery. HSM products from sofa springs to swimming pool noodles and bus seats, touch everyday life in countless ways.

At HSM, our success is built on our people. We foster a culture of teamwork, innovation, and shared success. If you’re looking for a meaningful place to grow and make an impact, we want to hear from you!

What You Will Do: 

• Perform electrical, mechanical, and plumbing maintenance across the plant, including troubleshooting, repairs, and preventative maintenance.
• Install and modify electrical systems such as conduits, wiring, switches, and control components.
• Diagnose and repair motors, pumps, boilers, hydraulics, compressors, CNC machines, and other production equipment to minimize downtime.
• Use diagnostic tools—including PLCs—to troubleshoot issues, test components, and predict equipment failures.
• Read and work from mechanical and electrical drawings; fabricate or modify parts as needed.
• Test and verify repairs or new installations before returning equipment to production.
• Dismantle machinery to access problem areas and determine corrective actions in coordination with plant personnel.
• Perform equipment upgrades, general housekeeping, and operate forklifts or scissor lifts as required.
• Follow standard maintenance practices and effectively use tools, materials, and test equipment for plant systems.

What You Bring: 

• 8–10 years of hands-on maintenance mechanic experience, with a strong track record of keeping production equipment running smoothly.
• Ability to work independently and confidently in a fast-paced environment—someone who takes initiative and manages their own workflow effectively.
• Strong electrical knowledge, including the ability to read schematics and work safely with single- and three-phase circuits.
• Comfort operating forklifts, scissor lifts, and working at heights when needed.
• Skilled in troubleshooting and problem-solving, with the ability to quickly assess issues and make sound decisions on the floor.
• Experience in metal fabrication and welding is a plus and allows for greater versatility in repairs and modifications.
• Physically capable of standing, bending, walking, twisting, and lifting up to 50 lbs as part of daily work.
• Flexible team player willing to assist with additional tasks to support smooth plant operations.

Why Join Us? 

• Health & Wellness: Affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance plans, including an innovative global healthcare option for qualified participants.
• Retire: 401(k) with company match, fully vested from day one.
• Paid Time Off: Competitive PTO: 104 hours 9 company paid holidays.
• On-Site Medical Clinics: Free for you and covered dependents, if applicable. 
• Teladoc: 24/7 access with no copay.
• Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement, professional development assistance and career growth opportunities.
• Discounts: Enjoy discounts with HSM partners, including Dollywood Parks & Resort, Verizon Wireless, and more.

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At HSM, we believe that our diversity creates a productive workplace. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectionate or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.