Extrusion Maintenance Technician

Extrusion Maintenance Technician

Spartanburg, SC

We are seeking a skilled and dependable Extrusion Maintenance Technician to join our manufacturing team. In this role, you will keep our production lines running at peak performance by troubleshooting, repairing, and performing preventive maintenance on complex plastics extrusion equipment, downstream automation, and facility utility systems. If you thrive in a fast-paced industrial environment, have a strong mechanical and electrical aptitude, and know your way around an extruder, we want to hear from you.

Why You'll Love Working Here:

• Consistent Scheduling: Full-Time (Monday-Friday) Day Shift: 7am - 7pm or Night Shift: 7pm - 7am
• Competitive Pay: $30-$40/hr based on Experience
• Paid Weekly: Direct Deposit or Pay Card options.
• Affordable health insurance after 30 days: includes $5 copays, $5 prescriptions, and FREE Telehealth services.
• Contract-to-Hire: Opportunity to become a permanent employee and receive pay increases, as well as career advancement opportunities.

What You'll Do as an Extrusion Maintenance:

• Perform mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic repairs on single/twin-screw extruders, die assemblies, vacuum tanks, haul-offs/pullers, chillers, cutters, winders, and material handling/conveying systems.
• Diagnose mechanical breakdowns and electrical issues (up to 480V, 3-phase), including PLCs, AC/DC drives, temperature controllers, heating zones, thermocouples, and sensor networks.
• Execute scheduled PM tasks on extrusion lines and auxiliary equipment to minimize unscheduled downtime and extend machine lifecycle.
• Work alongside process engineers and machine operators to identify equipment improvements, optimize line efficiency, and reduce scrap rates.
• Maintain a safe work area by strict adherence to Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), arc flash safety, OSHA regulations, and company safety standards.
• Assist with die changes, screw pulls, barrel cleaning, and equipment re-configuration during product changeovers.
• Log maintenance activities, parts usage, and work orders accurately in the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).

Skills and Experience

• 3+ years of industrial maintenance experience specifically within a plastics manufacturing or extrusion environment (sheet, pipe, profile, film, or blow molding).
• Strong electrical troubleshooting skills (reading schematics, 480V 3-phase power, control circuits, motors, and drives).
• Solid mechanical background (gearboxes, bearings, hydraulics, pneumatics, pumps, and alignment).
• Familiarity with extrusion heating zones, thermocouples, pressure transducers, and melt pumps.
• High School Diploma or GED required. Technical degree, trade school certificate, or completed apprenticeship in Mechatronics, Industrial Maintenance, or Electrical Mechanics strongly preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, stand/walk for extended periods, work in varying temperatures, and safely climb ladders/platforms.
• Strong problem-solving mindset, self-motivated, and able to work independently or as part of a team.

Benefits

• Weekly pay
• $5 prescription drugs
• $5 doctor's visit copays
• Free teledoctor service
• Free counseling services
• Life insurance included
• Vision insurance included
• Dental insurance included
• Vacation and holiday pay
• Scholarship Opportunities
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Free legal services
• Our unbeatable employee discount program