1st Shift Maintenance Technician

Company Overview

FXI is a leading producer of foam innovation in Bedding, Furniture, Industrial, Home & Office, Healthcare, and Transportation markets. We have made it our mission to provide tailored solutions that delight our customers and consumers. With our corporate headquarters, high-tech research and development facility, and multiple manufacturing locations in North America, FXI has built a culture of innovation and achievement that is recognized by customers, suppliers and peers.

Our products include finished goods, sub-assemblies, services, and raw materials for OEMs, fabricators, and retailers. You will find FXI's foam innovations inside, around, and under yourself in countless applications. Everywhere foam goes, FXI's innovations lead the way! Won't you join us?

Maintenance Technician

High Point, NC

On-Site

Production Supervisor

None

Our High Point, North Carolina facility is a non‑union manufacturing plant with approximately 55 employees. The site specializes in producing polyurethane foam and other foam products. As a key location within FXI’s manufacturing network, the High Point plant is known for its strong focus on quality, safety, and operational excellence. Team members work in a collaborative, supportive environment where continuous improvement and innovation play a central role.

Our Maintenance Technician is responsible for ensuring the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of a facility’s equipment, systems, and physical infrastructure. This role involves performing routine inspections, troubleshooting mechanical and electrical issues, completing preventive maintenance tasks, and responding to repair requests to minimize downtime. Maintenance Technicians work closely with operations teams to support production goals, maintain compliance with safety standards, and keep equipment in optimal working condition.

Strong problem‑solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team are essential for success in this position.

• Carry out scheduled inspections, lubrication, adjustments, and part replacements to prevent equipment failures.
• Identify root causes of equipment malfunctions using diagnostic tools, manuals, and technical knowledge.
• Fix or replace defective mechanical components such as bearings, belts, gears, pumps, and motors.
• Ensure machines operate safely and efficiently to support continuous production or facility operations.
• Interpret mechanical drawings, wiring diagrams, and equipment manuals to guide repairs and installations.
• Assemble, align, and calibrate new machinery or mechanical systems.
• Inspect equipment and work areas to ensure compliance with safety standards and identify potential hazards.
• Track parts usage, request replacements, and ensure tools are in proper working condition.
• Record repairs, parts used, downtime, and maintenance history in logs or CMMS systems.
• Communicate equipment status, coordinate repairs, and support continuous improvement initiatives.

• High school diploma or GED
• Technical school or vocational training
• Effective communication with operators, supervisors, and vendors
• Mechanical aptitude and attention to detail
• Strong problem‑solving and root‑cause analysis
• Mechanical troubleshooting and repair
• Preventive and predictive maintenance
• Equipment installation, alignment, and calibration
• Basic electrical knowledge (motors, sensors, wiring)
• Welding, fabrication, and machining
• Using diagnostic tools and measurement instruments

We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Basic and optional life insurance
• Short‑and long‑term disability coverage
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Tuition assistance
• Flexible spending accounts

FXI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. FXI does not discriminate in employment matters on the basis of race, color, religion, gender identify or expression, national origin, age, military service eligibility, veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, or…