Extrusion Mechanic

Extrusion Mechanic - First Shift

New London, NC

Pay: $25.00-$30.00/hour, with potential up to $35.00-$38.00/hour for highly experienced extrusion maintenance professionals.

A growing manufacturing company is seeking a hands-on Extrusion Mechanic / Maintenance Technician to support the maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of extrusion production equipment. This role is critical to maintaining equipment reliability, minimizing downtime, and supporting safe, efficient manufacturing operations.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair extrusion lines and production equipment
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic issues
• Repair motors, gearboxes, pumps, conveyors, drives, and industrial equipment
• Respond to equipment breakdowns and production interruptions
• Assist with equipment upgrades and process improvements
• Complete maintenance documentation and work orders
• Follow all safety policies and procedures

Qualifications

• 3+ years of industrial maintenance experience
• Direct extrusion maintenance experience
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills
• Experience with hydraulics, pneumatics, motors, drives, and industrial equipment
• Ability to read schematics and technical drawings
• Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to maintenance

Preferred Experience

• PVC pipe manufacturing
• Continuous-process manufacturing environments
• PLC troubleshooting
• Welding and fabrication

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Life and disability insurance