Pay: $32-$36/hr DOE
Schedule: Full-Time

Job Summary:
We are seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician to support manufacturing operations by maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing production equipment with a strong focus on industrial sewing machines. This role is responsible for keeping equipment operating safely and efficiently while minimizing downtime and supporting production goals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on manufacturing equipment, facility systems, and industrial sewing machines
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, motor, sensor, and control system issues
• Diagnose and repair industrial sewing machine problems including timing, tension, stitch formation, feed systems, and alignment issues
• Service and maintain walking-foot, compound-feed, long-arm, double-needle, and other industrial sewing equipment
• Conduct routine inspections and maintain maintenance records, repair logs, and parts inventory
• Install, set up, calibrate, and test new or relocated equipment
• Work closely with production teams to resolve equipment issues and improve machine performance
• Train operators on proper machine setup, daily maintenance, and identifying potential equipment concerns
• Follow all safety procedures, including lockout/tagout requirements
• Assist with continuous improvement initiatives focused on equipment reliability, productivity, and quality

Qualifications:

• Previous maintenance experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment required
• Minimum 3 years of experience repairing and maintaining industrial sewing machines
• Strong troubleshooting skills involving mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems
• Experience diagnosing timing, tension, feed, alignment, and stitch-quality issues on industrial sewing equipment
• Ability to read equipment manuals, schematics, and technical drawings
• Experience using hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic equipment
• Welding or light fabrication experience is a plus
• Strong organizational skills and ability to work independently in a fast-paced manufacturing environment