Build a career advancing reliable manufacturing
At Teknor Apex, we partner with customers worldwide to deliver custom compounding solutions. Nearly 100 years after Alfred Fain opened that first store, we remain privately held and family led—with operations across the U.S., Belgium, Singapore, Germany, and China. Join our Fountain Inn, SC team and help us keep production dependable, safe, and efficient.
Your mission
Ensure uptime by preventing problems before they occur, solving them fast when they do, and documenting what you learn so the team gets stronger. You’ll be a cross-disciplinary troubleshooter working on plastics extrusion and related systems.
- Champion safety protocols at all times.
- Install, maintain, and repair production assets: pumps, motors, gearboxes, plastic extruders, and auxiliary equipment.
- Execute scheduled PMs and record results in CMMS.
- Support and train less experienced technicians; operate with minimal oversight.
- Verify electrical health using meters and diagnostic instruments.
- Diagnose AC/DC motors and drives to root cause.
- Work with PLCs—understand operation, ladder diagrams, and basic troubleshooting.
- Decode and apply electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic schematics; follow manuals and bulletins.
- Operate forklifts, scissor lifts, and boom lifts in accordance with safety rules.
- Utilize shop machinery and hand tools appropriately.
- Organize workload, manage priorities, and deliver on-time results.
- Keep plant and shop areas clean and orderly.
- Drive a company vehicle occasionally; valid driver’s license required.
- Take on other related tasks as needed.
- Communicate effectively in reading, writing, and speaking for procedures, reports, and team coordination.
What it takes
- High school diploma or GED
- Minimum 2 years of relevant experience plus an Associate’s in a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Physical capability
- Lift and carry up to 50 lbs
- Clear hearing and speech for effective communication
Core technical competencies
- Developing preventive maintenance schedules
- Heavy equipment service and repair
- HVAC/R systems knowledge
- Mechanical failure analysis and troubleshooting
- Work with 120/208/240/480V power distribution
- Installing and pulling conduit
- Diagnosing pneumatic circuits
- Boiler operation and monitoring
- Broad-based maintenance and repair capability
- Safe heavy material handling practices
- Electrical diagnostics for heavy equipment
- System-level equipment diagnostics and troubleshooting
- Mechanical subsystem and component repairs
- Experience with aerial/utility equipment platforms
- Exposure to access control systems
- Performing machine safety inspections
Equipment and systems you may support
- Flexible Manufacturing Systems (FMS)
- Industrial blender/mixer equipment
Rewards that back your impact
- Hourly pay from $23.75 to $40.85 based on experience
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage with low deductibles
- 85% of insurance premiums paid by Teknor Apex
- Wellness program discounts on medical premiums
- Up to 7% employer 401(k) contribution
- Paid vacation and holidays
- $1,000 sign-on bonus, paid in three installments
- Salary progression during year one plus annual merit increases
- Recognition program with points redeemable for great merchandise
Legal
Teknor Apex is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any protected status under state or federal laws. Must be 18 years of age or older to work at Teknor Apex.