Maintenance Technician - 2nd & 3rd Shifts

Teknor Apex Company • Fountain Inn, SC

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Join the Teknor Apex Team as a Maintenance Technician supporting our manufacturing operation in Fountain Inn, South Carolina. In this role, you will install, troubleshoot, service, and repair both electrical and mechanical plant equipment. You will be responsible for performing various duties to ensure the smooth operation of our manufacturing processes. Teknor Apex is a global custom compounder with a long history of fostering strong employee and customer relationships. We are committed to delivering customized compound solutions and helping our customers create better products. Manufacturing is a team sport, and we work together to achieve our goals.

Requirements

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write reports and correspondences.
• Ability to speak effectively.
• Minimum 2 years of related experience and Associates degree in a related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to talk, listen and speak clearly to others.
• Must be 18 years of age or older to work at Teknor Apex.

Nice To Haves

• Understand PLC operations, troubleshooting and ladder logic diagrams.
• Read and interpret documentation such as electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic schematics, manuals and technical bulletins.
• Operate a forklift, scissor lift and boom lift.

Responsibilities

• Understand and follow all safety procedures.
• Mechanically and electrically troubleshoot and repair equipment including pumps, motors, gearboxes, plastic extruders and other production equipment.
• Perform equipment PMs and complete work order documentation using CMMS software.
• Assist in training entry level team members.
• Able to carry out assignments with minimum supervision.
• Use electrical test equipment to test electrical circuits and equipment.
• Troubleshoot AC and DC motors and motor drives.
• Understand PLC operations, troubleshooting and ladder logic diagrams.
• Read and interpret documentation such as electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic schematics, manuals and technical bulletins.
• Operate a forklift, scissor lift and boom lift.
• Operate maintenance shop equipment and hand tools.
• Plan and organize individual work.
• Perform work in a timely manner.
• Maintain good housekeeping throughout plant and shop.
• This requires occasional operation of company vehicle/truck, valid driver’s license required.
• Other duties and related responsibilities as required.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision with extremely LOW deductibles
• Low-cost insurance plan - 85% paid by the company
• Wellness program to earn substantial discounts for medical premiums
• Up to 7% Employer Contribution to 401K
• Paid Vacation and Paid Holidays
• $1,000 Sign on Bonus : Paid out in 3 installments
• Pay Increases throughout the first year of employment and annual merit increases
• Employee Recognition Program – earn points to purchase a wide variety of amazing products

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree