Maintenance Technician - 3rd Shift

MPP • Rockwood, TN

7d • Onsite

About The Position

MPP is seeking a skilled and dependable Maintenance Technician to support operations at its Rockwood, Tennessee facility. Under the direction of the Maintenance Manager, this role maintains production equipment and facility systems. The technician uses mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills in a manufacturing environment and serves as a technical resource for customers and suppliers while collaborating with internal teams on continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Completion of a craft apprenticeship or equivalent hands-on experience.
• At least 4 years of manufacturing maintenance experience.
• Strong knowledge of hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical systems.
• Proficiency with computers.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, crawl, and climb for extended periods.
• Frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Physically and mentally capable of performing all job duties in an active work environment.

Nice To Haves

• Basic PLC experience.

Responsibilities

• Safely select and use shop, power, and hand tools, including welders, oxy-acetylene equipment, plasma cutters, pipe threaders, grinders, drills, saws, and hand tools.
• Install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain production machines and facility equipment.
• Provide emergency and unscheduled repairs during production and perform scheduled maintenance.
• Diagnose issues, repair or replace defective parts, and make necessary adjustments.
• Conduct preventive maintenance on machines and facility systems.
• Read and interpret equipment manuals, blueprints, and work orders.
• Perform mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic repairs.
• Install and maintain power supply systems, conduit, wiring, and programmable controllers.
• Use electrical testing equipment and material handling tools safely and effectively.
• Operate equipment within assigned areas and provide coverage as needed.
• Identify and report faulty operations, defective materials, and unusual conditions.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Perform MIG and ARC welding tasks.
• Respond to additional maintenance and electrical requests as needed.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Disability and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid vacation and holidays

What This Job Offers

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