Job Description

Position Overview

A manufacturing company is seeking an experienced Twisting Mechanic to maintain, troubleshoot, and repair industrial twisting machinery, production equipment, and related support systems. This hands-on industrial maintenance position plays an important role in keeping production equipment operating safely, efficiently, and reliably.

The ideal candidate has mechanical aptitude, experience performing preventive and corrective maintenance on industrial machinery, and the ability to troubleshoot equipment issues in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical repairs, troubleshooting, and routine maintenance on industrial twisting and production machinery.

• Ensure assigned production machines operate safely, efficiently, and reliably.

• Complete scheduled and preventive maintenance on manufacturing equipment and support systems.

• Diagnose mechanical problems, identify equipment failures, and make necessary repairs or replacements.

• Assist maintenance personnel with equipment breakdowns, plant repairs, shutdowns, and special projects.

• Support maintenance operations across multiple production departments, including cross-training and fill-in coverage as needed.

• Replace equipment parts according to established maintenance procedures.

• Monitor parts inventory and notify supervisors when critical maintenance components are used.

• Complete maintenance work orders, service requests, and required documentation accurately and promptly.

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

• Participate in 5S and Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) initiatives.

• Perform general plant maintenance and other duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Minimum of 1 year of industrial maintenance experience required.

• 3+ years of industrial maintenance experience preferred.

• Mechanical aptitude and the ability to troubleshoot and repair production equipment.

• Experience using hand tools and power tools.

• Knowledge of preventive and corrective maintenance practices.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with maintenance and production teams.

• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.

• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

• Good organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Ability to manage time effectively and complete maintenance documentation.

• Willingness to cross-train in other production departments and assist with maintenance projects.

Manufacturing & Maintenance Skills

Relevant experience and skills include:

• Industrial Mechanical Maintenance

• Preventive Maintenance (PM)

• Corrective Maintenance

• Mechanical Troubleshooting

• Production Equipment Repair

• Textile Manufacturing Machinery

• Twisting Machinery Maintenance

• Weaving Equipment

• Converting Equipment

• Machine Repair and Parts Replacement

• Maintenance Work Orders / CMMS

• Total Productive Maintenance (TPM)

• 5S Workplace Organization

You should be proficient in:

• Industrial Mechanical Maintenance
• Mechanical Troubleshooting
• Preventive Maintenance
• Textile Manufacturing Machinery
• Twisting Machinery Maintenance

Machines & technologies you'll use:

• Twisting Machinery