Production Maintenance Technician - SWING SHIFT

Job Description

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.

Full-time