| Location | Arden, NC |
| Salary | $27–$32 Per Hour |
Location: Arden, NC
Job Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire
Shift: 3rd Shift / Overnight
Schedule: Sunday – Thursday | 10:00 PM – 6:30 AM
Pay: $27–$32/hr
WorkSmart Staffing is hiring a 3rd Shift Maintenance Technician for a well-established beverage manufacturing company in Arden, NC!
With over 80 years of experience in beverage co-packing, this company specializes in producing non-alcoholic, non-carbonated beverages for major retailers and food service distributors.
Our client is looking for a skilled, dependable Maintenance Technician to maintain and troubleshoot production equipment, minimize downtime, and support safe and efficient manufacturing operations.
Perform preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on high-speed production and packaging equipment.
Diagnose and repair industrial electrical systems, including starters, fuses, contacts, relays, and variable frequency drives (VFDs).
Install, maintain, and troubleshoot electrical components and systems.
Read and interpret mechanical and electrical schematics to identify equipment issues and perform repairs.
Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical problems to minimize production downtime.
Assist with packaging line changeovers as needed.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment by following housekeeping and 5S standards.
Support overall equipment reliability and production efficiency through proactive maintenance practices.
Minimum of 2 years of experience with PLCs and industrial electrical systems required.
Experience working with high-speed production or packaging equipment, preferably in bottling, beverage manufacturing, or consumer products.
Knowledge of hydraulic systems, including high-pressure cylinders, pumps, valves, and troubleshooting.
Experience with compressors and ammonia refrigeration systems.
Ability to read and understand mechanical and electrical schematics.
Familiarity with Microsoft applications and the ability to learn additional business-related software.
Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Our client offers a competitive benefits package, including:
Generous paid time off and holidays
401(k) with employer match
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
Company-funded Direct Primary Care
Life and disability insurance
Professional development opportunities
If you have experience in industrial maintenance, PLCs, and electrical troubleshooting and are looking for a direct-hire opportunity with a well-established manufacturing company, WorkSmart wants to hear from you!
WorkSmart is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment with regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
In order to be considered for employment, applicants must have authorization to work in the United States. Our company maintains a zero-tolerance policy for illegal drug use or possession in the workplace. Pre-employment drug screening may be conducted, and employees may be subject to random testing.
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