Maintenance Mechanic

ROCKWOOL Group • Byhalia, MS

6d • Onsite

About The Position

ROCKWOOL is hiring a Maintenance Mechanic for its manufacturing facility in Byhalia, Mississippi. The role supports safe, reliable plant operations by maintaining stationary industrial machinery and mechanical equipment, resolving equipment issues, and reducing production downtime. The mechanic works with the Maintenance Electrician, contractors, and colleagues across departments to coordinate efficient operations.

The position is scheduled from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. on a 2-2-3 rotating schedule and pays $32 per hour. ROCKWOOL describes its manufacturing environment as safety-first, collaborative, and focused on operational excellence and continuous improvement.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 3 years of experience maintaining mechanical equipment in an industrial manufacturing environment.
• Welding and burning skills, including MIG welding at a minimum.
• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical equipment in an industrial setting.
• Ability to use a computer and communicate clearly in English with teams across departments.

Responsibilities

• Install, align, dismantle, and move stationary industrial machinery and mechanical equipment, including pumps, fans, tanks, conveyors, furnaces, and generators.
• Inspect machinery and equipment, identify irregularities or malfunctions, and troubleshoot mechanical issues.
• Install, maintain, and repair power transmission, vacuum, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Adjust machinery and repair or replace defective parts, fabricating parts with lathes and grinders when needed.
• Operate cranes, jacks, tractors, and other lifting devices to position machinery and parts during installation, setup, and repair work.
• Communicate and coordinate with the Maintenance Electrician, contractors, and other departments to support safe, reliable, and efficient plant operations.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
• 401(k) match up to 6%.
• Paid time off, 12 paid holidays, and paid parental leave.
• 100% company-paid life insurance.
• Fitness reimbursement and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Educational assistance and career development opportunities.
• Company-provided personal protective equipment (PPE), annual safety shoe reimbursement, and comprehensive safety programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED