Maintenance Tech

Maintenance Tech

SINNOVATEK SERVICES LLC 8000

Middlesex Corporate Parkway, Middlesex, NC 27557 $25

• $35 an hour
• Full-time $25
• $35 an hour

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Full-time Job Summary:

The Maintenance Technician supports a highly automated production environment by maintaining and troubleshooting electronic instrumentation and automated equipment. This hands-on role focuses on electrical systems, sensors, servomotors, VFD and data-driven diagnostics, with additional responsibilities in mechanical and building maintenance. The technician ensures high equipment uptime and reliable equipment performance.

The position requires significant time on the production floor ensuring facilities remain operational and compliant.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None.

Duties/Responsibilities:

Automation & Instrumentation Diagnose and repair issues related to sensors, transmitters, actuators, control devices, valves, motors,VFDs on automated production equipment. Install and maintain sensors, transmitters, vision systems, control devices, and field instrumentation (analog/digital, PNP/NPN, proximity, photoeyes, RTDs, pressure/flow sensors, etc.). Equipment Maintenance & Troubleshooting Perform repairs on equipment such as fillers, packaging systems, thermal processing units, robotics, and conveying systems. Troubleshoot and repair utilities systems such as boilers, air compressors, chillers, HVAC. Rapidly respond to equipment breakdowns to minimize downtime. Provide technical support for issues beyond the capability of production staff. Preventive Maintenance & Reliability Perform scheduled preventive maintenance equipment to ensure consistent performance. Document all PMs and repairs following cGMP and site standards. Maintain preventative maintenance schedules Interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, PLC I/O maps, P&IDs, and mechanical drawings. Follow all safety requirements, including LOTO, arc flash, and safe handling of electrical equipment. Work with OEM's to obtain technical support via phone/email

Position Requirements Required Skills:

Building and Utilities Maintenance Troubleshoot and repair building equipment, fixtures, and infrastructure issues as they arise. Monitor and maintain utility systems supporting industrial operations (e.g., compressed air, cooling towers, process water, natural gas). Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on facility systems including HVAC, electrical distribution, compressed air, boilers, chillers, water treatment, ventilation systems, and fire protection equipment. Support installation, modification, and relocation of facility equipment, utilities, and production support systems.

Required Qualifications Technical Skills:

Understanding of industrial controls (24VDC systems, relays, safety circuits, solenoids, servo systems, VFDs, contactors). Hands-on experience with sensors and instrumentation (PNP/NPN, analog 4-20 mA, RTDs/thermocouples, proximity switches, encoders, flow/pressure devices). Comfortable working on equipment governed by PLCs and HMIs for fault identification and basic diagnostics. Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, control diagrams, and automation documentation. Skilled in root cause analysis and structured troubleshooting methods Experience maintaining filling, packaging, and sterilizing equipment in a pharmaceutical or Food & Beverage environment. Prior use of RCA to determine failure mode, including creating and implementing solutions to prevent reoccurrence of the failure Solid understanding of industrial utilities such as compressed air, HVAC, electrical distribution, and water systems. Experience maintaining and troubleshooting industrial systems such as air compressors, boilers /steam generators, HVAC units, cooling towers, and chillers

Soft Skills :

Effective communication skills and the ability to work well with operators, engineers, and OEM partners. Positive attitude and ability to thrive in a fast-paced, highly automated environment. Attention to detail and disciplined adherence to cGMP and safety procedures Stewardship for our B-corp mission to promote worldwide health and wellness by fostering the delivery of high quality, healthy foods through sustainable methods. Must work well in teams and demonstrate behavior conducive to promoting strong teamwork Must possess a positive attitude in a fast-paced production environment Must be punctual, on site and ready for work at scheduled hours

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in cGMP, pharmaceutical, or food manufacturing environments. Experience troubleshooting via PLC/HMI interfaces (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, etc.). Knowledge of SQF and food safety culture. Exposure to fill/finish, aseptic processing, Hot fill processing, packaging automation, robots, or sterilization systems. Certifications in any of the following areas: HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing, Building Operations, or similar.

Education and Experience:

High School degree or equivalent 3-5 years experience with industrial equipment maintenance or equivalent military experience. Previous experience in food manufacturing preferred Competent with Microsoft Office 365 for documentation and reporting.(excel, word)

Physical Requirements:

Ability to stand and walk for 10-hour shifts Frequently lifts and/or moves up to 25 pounds and up to 65 pounds rarely. Frequent bending, crouching, or twisting Work in various adverse conditions such as tight or enclosed spaces, heights, and temperature extremes to complete work assignments Why join us! Work with advanced automated and high-technology processing equipment. Grow your expertise in instrumentation, controls, robots and automation. Support a company focused on innovation, quality, and continuous improvement. Strong technical team environment with opportunities for professional development. SinnovaTek is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. SinnovaTek is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process. 3rd 11pm-7:30am Mon-Fri