Maintenance Technician Talent Pool

Join the Leader in Trading Card Manufacturing

At Millennium Print Group (MPG), a proud subsidiary of The Pokémon Company International, we’re on a mission to be the world’s leading manufacturer of trading card games and collectibles. Based in North Carolina’s vibrant Research Triangle Park and Piedmont Triad regions, we’re at the heart of innovation in this fast-growing industry.

Since our founding in 2014, our dedicated team has built a world-class operation known for exceptional quality, customer focus, and market agility. Specializing in trading and collectible cards, we offer a unique range of services that set us apart.

Our commitment to excellence has fueled rapid growth — we’ve nearly tripled in size since 2019 — and we’re just getting started.

Come be part of a forward-thinking, high-performing team that’s shaping the future of collectible printing. At MPG, your work makes an impact.

Relocation assistance is available for qualified Press Maintenance Technicians, depending on experience

Shift: Multiple shifts available (12-hour shifts: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM or 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM)

Shift Details: This position follows a rotating 2-2-3-2 schedule: work 2 days, off 2 days, work 3 days, off 2 days, work 2 days, off 3 days, then repeat. You will be placed on a designated day or night shift (not swing).

All new employees will complete 4–6 weeks of day-shift training (Monday–Friday, 8-hour schedule) before moving into the 12-hour rotating shift.

About the Talent Pool We’re always looking for Maintenance Technicians at all levels to join our team! By applying to this talent pool, you’ll be considered for future openings across our facilities in Raleigh, Morrisville, and Durham.

Curious about the variety of machines you’ll maintain? Our technicians support everything from high-speed offset presses to post-press finishing systems

• Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on offset presses, finishing equipment, and support systems.
• Troubleshoot, adjust, and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Maintain and calibrate press-specific components such as ink delivery, plate mounting, blanket cylinders, tension controls, and substrate handling systems.
• Support installations, upgrades, and continuous improvement projects.
• Use the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to log maintenance activities and repairs.
• Partner with press operators, production staff, and vendors to resolve issues and minimize downtime.
• Follow all safety procedures, including lock-out/tag-out and PPE requirements.

Qualifications – General Maintenance Technician (Entry/Mid-Level)

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of 2–3 years’ experience in manufacturing or industrial maintenance (printing, packaging, or large-scale manufacturing industries preferred).
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting ability.
• Ability to stand, bend, and lift up to 50 lbs. for 12-hour shifts.
• Willingness to learn and grow in a fast-paced production environment.

Qualifications – Press Maintenance Technician (Experienced)

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical training in industrial maintenance or printing preferred.
• Minimum of 5+ years’ experience in press maintenance, preferably with offset, digital, flexographic, or web-fed systems.
• Proficiency with electrical controls, pneumatics, servo drives, encoders, web tension systems, and plate imaging equipment.
• Familiarity with PLC ladder logic and HMI systems a plus.
• Strong understanding of printing processes, substrates, inks, and color management.
• Ability to push, pull, lift, or carry up to 60 lbs., with frequent bending and kneeling around large press equipment.
• Work performed in pressroom and finishing environments with exposure to noise, inks, solvents, chemicals, and temperature fluctuations (primarily located in climate-controlled warehouse spaces)
• PPE required: safety glasses, ear protection, steel-toed shoes, high-visibility apparel, and chemical-resistant gloves as needed.

What to Expect

MPG offers a leading-edge compensation package which includes the following:

• A highly competitive compensation "above the industry" commensurate with experience…