Maintenance Shift Leader Position Available In Barnwell, South Carolina
Tallo's Job Summary: As a Maintenance Shift Leader at NPAworldwide Recruitment Network, you will oversee maintenance activities in manufacturing departments. This direct-hire role requires strong leadership skills, ability to work independently, and effective communication. You will diagnose and repair equipment issues, manage technicians, and ensure minimal downtime during rotating DuPont schedule shifts. The job, located in Barnwell, SC, offers a benefits package and competitive hourly pay.
Job Description
Maintenance Shift Leader (OOJ – 35479) NPAworldwide Recuitment Network update Last updated: Apr/16/2025
Job Description As a Maintenance Shift Leader, you will oversee and support maintenance activities across all manufacturing departments. This is a direct-hire opportunity. Shift Information
Rotating DuPont schedule
12-hour shifts
14 shifts in 28 days
Includes days, nights, and weekends General Requirements
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Strong leadership skills to manage shift technicians and support manufacturing
Proficient in setting priorities and collaborating with production leads
Ability to communicate effectively in English (verbal and written)
Comfortable working in elevated temperatures and dusty conditions Essential Functions
Communicate with production employees to understand equipment issues
Assign maintenance resources to support manufacturing
Diagnose and repair electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and control issues
Perform cost-effective, timely equipment repairs
Accurately charge parts to work orders and cost centers
Conduct Root Cause Analysis for breakdowns
Report unresolved issues to maintenance planner
Monitor equipment operation to prevent downtime
Collaborate with planner on preventive maintenance scheduling
Assist technicians in resolving complex issues
Participate in pre- and post-shift meetings
Ensure accurate documentation of equipment downtime
Drive reduction of equipment downtime during assigned shift Working Conditions
Manufacturing environment
Exposure to elevated temperatures, dust, wet or humid conditions, temperature extremes, and combustible dust
Possible exposure to moving mechanical parts, high places, airborne particles, traffic, toxic chemicals, risk of electrical shock, and vibration Physical Demands
Stand for full shifts
Climb stairs, walk, squat, kneel, and drive lift trucks
Occasionally lift components up to 50 lbs
Frequent sitting, walking, talking, hearing, and hand use
Occasional climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling
Vision requirements include close, distance, color, peripheral, depth perception, and focus adjustment
Qualifications:
Required Education and Experience
High school diploma or equivalent
Minimum five years of experience in manufacturing maintenance
Experience troubleshooting and repairing pneumatic, hydraulic, mechanical drive systems, and electrical controls
Desire and ability to rapidly learn controls systems including PLCs, Servo Drives, VFDs, and process controllers
Basic computer skills for work order and parts management Preferred Education and Experience
Two-year degree in mechanical or electrical technology Why is This a
Great Opportunity :
Benefits Package
401(k) matching
Extended leave
Sick leave
Life insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Accidental loss coverage
Short-term disability
Long-term disability
Paid vacation
Paid holidays
Paid time off
Flexible spending account Visa sponsorship provided:
No
Location:
Barnwell, SC, South Carolina, USA
Remote Status:
No Remote
Pay Type:
Hourly
Occupational Categories:
Engineering/ Manufacturing/ Production/ Operations
Industry(ies):
Professional Services
