Maintenance Technician 1

Novolex - Bremen, GA

Full-time - Entry Level

Bremen, GA

Plastics and Rubber Products Manufacturing

About the position

The Maintenance Technician 1 at Novolex is responsible for performing preventive and repair maintenance on production machinery and plant equipment. This role ensures compliance with food safety and quality standards while maintaining a safe working environment. The technician will troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues, conduct routine inspections, and support production operations through effective maintenance practices.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and repair maintenance work on production machinery and plant equipment.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and quality standards.
• Follow HACCP procedures and complete necessary documentation.
• Contact responsible persons for corrective actions on non-conformances.
• Document preventive maintenance activities to ensure product quality.
• Use proper lubricants, filters, and materials to maintain food safety.
• Follow maintenance procedures to promote food safety and quality.
• Clean up after maintenance procedures, ensuring no contamination occurs.
• Perform line reconciliation of parts and tools, cleaning tools after each use.
• Ensure only proper chemicals are used and follow clean-up procedures for non-food grade chemicals.
• Participate in a culture of food safety and adhere to attendance guidelines.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, and process problems with production equipment.
• Provide technical support for production operations.
• Assemble, disassemble, and upgrade production lines as needed.
• Regularly inspect production lines and schedule preventive maintenance.
• Maintain the building and equipment in a safe working condition.
• Report unsafe conditions to management and assist in troubleshooting mechanical and electrical breakdowns.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a maintenance mechanic/technician role in a manufacturing environment.
• Eligible to work in the United States.
• Successful completion of pre-employment background and drug screen.
• Ability to perform essential functions of the job with or without accommodation.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (including Telehealth options).
• Well-being resources focused on mental, physical, and financial health.
• Opportunities for advancement through training and development programs.
• Tuition Reimbursement Program for formal education support.