Maintenance Mechanic - 1st Shift

Transport is at the core of modern society. Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport and infrastructure solutions for the future? If you seek to make a difference on a global scale, working with next-gen technologies and the sharpest collaborative teams, then we could be a perfect match.

About The Position

Are you a skilled mechanic with a passion for maintaining cutting-edge machinery and systems in a fast-paced manufacturing environment? We’re looking for a dedicated Mechanic to join our team and help support our operations by ensuring that all mechanical systems run efficiently and reliably. In this role, you will play a crucial part in the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of mechanical systems, including robotics, pneumatic and hydraulic systems, and CNC machining equipment.

If you thrive in a collaborative environment, have a strong mechanical background, and are committed to driving operational excellence, this is the perfect opportunity for you to make a lasting impact on our production process!

This Is Us, Your New Colleagues

The Kings Mountain team is a dedicated group of professionals driving innovation in the production of cab structures, sleeper boxes, body panels, and structural components for the Mack Heavy Duty Truck. At Kings Mountain, this position will play a key role in supporting and contributing to the high-quality production processes that meet the needs of our diverse customer base.

This position will report directly to the Maintenance Supervisor.

Main Tasks And Responsibilities

• Install and commission mechanical systems and support structures for newly installed machinery, including robotics, assembly stations, conveyance systems, and machining centers, ensuring proper alignment and leveling
• Perform proactive and preventive maintenance on mechanical systems, including pneumatic and hydraulic systems, robotics, CNC/NC machining centers, logistics equipment, and facility systems (HVAC, dust collectors, etc.), ensuring optimal performance and reducing downtime
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair critical machine components, including motors, gearboxes, cylinders, and other motion control devices. Replace or repair faulty equipment as necessary to ensure production continuity
• Work with automated equipment, including HMI, remote controls, and teach pendants, for troubleshooting, repair, and service verification to maintain system integrity and uptime
• Collaborate with maintenance, production teams, and engineers to diagnose and resolve equipment issues efficiently, contributing to a seamless production process
• Assist in the planning and installation of building equipment and structural components, ensuring all systems are installed according to design specifications and operational needs
• Actively engage in root cause analysis (RCA) activities, identifying recurring issues and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives to enhance equipment reliability and performance
• Communicate any equipment malfunctions, or production delays to supervisors in a timely manner to minimize disruptions in workflow
• Commit to ongoing self-development through internal and external training programs, including domestic and international travel. Mentor and provide guidance to junior technicians, fostering knowledge transfer and skills growth within the team
  
  

Education, Skills, And Experience

• High School Diploma or GED required. Technical School or post-high school training in mechanical or industrial trades is highly preferred.
• Journeyman Card or 8 years of documented experience in a mechanical trade, demonstrating proficiency in the listed technical requirements and competencies.
• Strong understanding of mechanical schematics, prints, and the assembly and installation of mechanical systems.
• Solid working knowledge of motors, gearboxes, and other motion control devices, ensuring proper operation and troubleshooting.
• Experience with multi-axis robots and controllers, including brands such as ABB and Kuka, to support automated manufacturing systems.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot and repair CNC/NC machine centers, including experience with brands like Okuma and Liebherr.
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods.
  
  

Work Environment

• Comfortable working in a noisy, fast-paced manufacturing environment with fluctuating temperatures.
  
  

Work Flexibility

• Willingness to work flexible hours, including overtime and weekend shifts if required.
  
  

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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Who We Are And What We Believe In

Our focus on Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity allows each of us the opportunity to bring our full authentic self to work and thrive by providing a safe and supportive environment, free of harassment and discrimination. We are committed to removing the barriers to entry, which is why we ask that even if you feel you may not meet every qualification on the job description, please apply and let us decide.

Applying to this job offers you the opportunity to join Volvo Group. Every day, across the globe, our trucks, buses, engines, construction equipment, financial services, and solutions make modern life possible. We are almost 100,000 people empowered to shape the future landscape of efficient, safe and sustainable transport solutions. Fulfilling our mission creates countless career opportunities for talents with sharp minds and passion across the group’s leading brands and entities.

Group Trucks Operations encompasses all production of the Group’s manufacturing of Volvo, Renault and Mack trucks, as well as engines and transmissions. We also orchestrate the spare parts distribution for Volvo Group’s customers globally and design, operate and optimize logistics and supply chains for all brands. We count 30,000 employees at 30 plants and 50 distribution centers across the globe. Our global footprint offers an opportunity for an international career in a state-of-the-art industrial environment, where continuous improvement is the foundation. As our planet is facing great challenges, we - one of the largest industrial organizations in the world - stand at the forefront of innovation. We are ready to rise to the challenge. Would you like to join us?