Mechanical Technician IV

This position is based onsite in Newton, NC, operating on a Monday through Friday schedule from 8 AM to 5 PM, with the possibility of extra hours. This is a one-year contract engagement with the potential for future extension or permanent transition. As a Mechanical Technician IV, you will play a vital role in engineering initiatives, specifically focusing on expanding manufacturing capacity, installing production lines, debugging equipment, and ensuring mechanical systems are ready for operational handover.

You will collaborate daily with internal departments, external vendors, and suppliers to provide mechanical guidance that keeps projects on schedule, within budget, and aligned with installation targets. We are looking for individuals with deep technical expertise in mechanical design and troubleshooting who can identify root causes and deploy durable, industrialized solutions to enhance manufacturing performance.

• Help maintain a safe working environment for the entire team by promoting secure practices and addressing potential hazards.
• Oversee the installation and debugging process to ensure all capacity expansion milestones are achieved on schedule.
• Create and execute mechanical upgrades and process modifications to boost the functional capability of production machinery.
• Utilize data-driven insights, professional experience, and expert collaboration to resolve complex mechanical and process challenges.
• Coordinate the identification and cataloging of spare parts in the storeroom, ensuring visibility of available components across both plant locations.
• Create and maintain essential engineering and operational documentation.
• Facilitate training sessions for the operations team regarding new equipment or procedural updates.
• Execute advanced diagnostics, repairs, and troubleshooting on mechanical systems and machinery, including pneumatic and motor components.
• Perform the alignment, testing, and calibration of mechanical systems following the installation phase.
• Analyze intricate mechanical failures to provide effective, long-term repair recommendations.
• Utilize technical manuals, blueprints, and schematics to guide repair and troubleshooting efforts.
• Identify and implement opportunities to drive improvements in equipment safety, efficiency, and overall reliability.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to drive and implement meaningful process improvements.

• A minimum of two years of experience in installing new equipment within a manufacturing setting, with preference given to those with start-up experience.

• An Associate degree in a technical, mechanical, or engineering discipline is preferred but not mandatory.