Production Maintenance Technician - SWING SHIFT

Description

Schedule: Monday-Thursday 3:00pm-2:00am, overtime as needed. (Three day weekends!!)

The Production Maintenance Technician keeps our production floor running. This role is responsible for maintaining and repairing the equipment used in our headwear manufacturing operations, including industrial embroidery machines, heat press equipment, automated cutting systems, forming and finishing equipment, air compressors, and material handling systems.

You’ll handle preventive maintenance, troubleshoot breakdowns, and respond quickly when equipment goes down. This includes working on mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems to get machines back up and running safely and efficiently.

This position supports daily production by completing work orders, diagnosing issues, replacing parts, performing equipment adjustments, and helping reduce downtime. You’ll work closely with production supervisors and operators to keep operations moving and maintain a safe work environment.

If you like hands-on work, solving problems in real time, and keeping equipment running on a fast-paced manufacturing floor, this is the role for you.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Perform routine inspections and maintenance on mechanical, electrical, plumbing, pneumatic, and HVAC systems
• Diagnose equipment malfunctions and complete timely repairs
• Execute preventive maintenance programs to reduce equipment failure
• Repair and replace bearings, gears, bushings, chains, belts, sheaves, pulleys, and perform motor alignments
• Install, remove, and relocate equipment, machinery, and light roll conveyors
• Support facility improvement and construction projects, including carpentry, drywall repair, painting, concrete work, welding, fabrication, and low-voltage electrical work
• Troubleshoot and maintain pneumatic systems, including valves, cylinders, and compressors
• Assist with PLC systems, encoder motors, and basic programming adjustments
• Maintain natural gas and electric water heaters
• Read and interpret blueprints, electrical schematics, and equipment manuals
• Maintain maintenance logs and documentation
• Ensure compliance with lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures and workplace safety standards
• Safely operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and scissor lifts
• Perform basic plumbing, grounds maintenance, and light janitorial duties as needed
• Maintain facility cleanliness, including trash and cardboard management
• Respond to on-call emergencies as required
• Work at heights using ladders or lifts
• Lift up to 50 pounds
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Facility Manager, Production Manager, or CEO
  
  

Requirements

Education & Experience

• Minimum of 3 years of industrial or facility maintenance experience
• Maintenance Technician certification preferred
• ASAE certification preferred
• HVAC certification preferred
  
  

Technical Skills

• Knowledge of low-voltage electrical systems
• Experience with welding and metal fabrication
• Understanding of pneumatic systems and compressed air equipment
• Working knowledge of PLC controls and basic programming for manufacturing machinery
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents and schematics
• Familiarity with SDS documentation and hazardous waste containment procedures
• Safe operation of powered industrial equipment
  
  

Additional Requirements

• Basic computer skills
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks efficiently
  
  

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local laws.