Maintenance Tech - 1st Shift (Mon-Fri 6am - 2:30pm)

The Clorox Company•Morrisville, NC

About The Position

The Maintenance Technician is a key member of the Maintenance and Production teams, responsible for keeping equipment operating safely and efficiently. Reporting to the Maintenance Department Manager, the technician troubleshoots malfunctioning equipment, repairs breakdowns, and performs general maintenance. The role supports production equipment and workflow priorities while collaborating across departments and ensuring compliance with plant procedures, policies, and standards. The position works Monday through Friday from 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and pays $32.31 per hour. Duties include corrective and preventive maintenance on manufacturing, packaging, facilities, process, and utility equipment and systems. The technician also supports production teams, maintains tools and work areas, participates in training and continuous improvement, uses SAP to manage work orders and inventory, and provides mechanical support for projects.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent, preferably with hands-on or vocational school training, and at least five years of experience as a general maintenance mechanic in a manufacturing environment; or an equivalent combination of training and experience; or an A.S./A.A. degree in Mechanical/Utilities Technology or Licensed Journeyman status with at least two years of work experience.
Advanced understanding of hydraulics, pneumatics, and mechanics.
Ability to operate hand, power, and specialized tools.
Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
Strong computer skills, including MS Word, Excel, and email.
Basic understanding of electrical systems.

Nice To Haves

Experience with packaging equipment.
Welding and fabrication skills.
Knowledge of SAP PM.

Responsibilities

Practice safe work habits and follow all safety processes.
Comply with company policies regarding cGMP and GDP.
Plan, initiate, and complete job assignments promptly.
Maintain tools in good working condition and keep work areas clean, safe, and orderly.
Maintain mechanical and electrical knowledge through ongoing training, industry workshops, and technical reading.
Assist with developing training documentation and train new maintenance team members.
Attend and participate in daily shift meetings to prioritize work orders and minimize downtime.
Perform corrective and preventive maintenance on manufacturing, packaging, facilities, process, and utility equipment, including mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
Participate in root-cause failure analysis, daily problem-solving, and continuous improvement teams.
Coach operators on equipment setup, troubleshooting, and operating adjustments.
Train operators to perform operator-based maintenance tasks and preventive maintenance.
Use SAP to review weekly schedules and work orders, and escalate work as needed to ensure timely completion.
Install, replace, or change machine parts and attachments according to production specifications.
Inventory and requisition machine parts, equipment, and supplies through SAP and work orders.
Lubricate machines, machine parts, and other equipment according to specified procedures.
Identify faulty equipment through line monitoring and the SAP-based preventive maintenance program.
Use shop equipment, measurement and diagnostic tools, and power and hand tools to assess equipment condition.
Prepare daily maintenance reports using activity logs, analyses, and trends.
Provide mechanical support for capital and internal projects, including documentation, job scopes, contractor management, and meeting participation.
Operate forklifts and shop mobile equipment as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned by management.