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NIGHT SHIFT - Industrial Electro-Mechanical Maintenance Technician - Gainesville, Georgia

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ATEX is a leading manufacturer of high-quality spunbond and meltblown nonwoven materials serving customers throughout North America. We combine global innovation with local manufacturing excellence to deliver innovative nonwoven solutions to a wide range of industries.

ATEX is not a traditional manufacturing facility. Our highly automated production and extrusion processes utilize advanced electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and process control systems. As an Industrial Electro-Mechanical Maintenance Technician, you'll work with sophisticated manufacturing equipment while expanding your technical skills in a collaborative environment focused on safety, quality, reliability, and continuous improvement.

If you enjoy troubleshooting complex equipment, solving technical challenges, and keeping production running at peak performance, we'd like to meet you.

Position Summary

The Industrial Electro-Mechanical Maintenance Technician is responsible for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing plant equipment and facility systems to support safe, reliable, and efficient manufacturing operations.

Working closely with Production and Maintenance leadership, this position plays a critical role in maximizing equipment reliability, minimizing downtime, and supporting continuous improvement throughout the facility.

What You'll Do

As an Industrial Electro-Mechanical Maintenance Technician, you will:

• Troubleshoot and repair electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and HVAC systems.
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on automated extrusion, winding, and nonwoven process manufacturing equipment.
• Install, test, and commission new equipment and plant improvements.
• Diagnose equipment failures and implement effective corrective actions.
• Support facility maintenance, utilities, and support equipment.
• Operate forklifts, clamp lifts, and aerial lifts safely.
• Work closely with Production to minimize downtime and maximize equipment performance.
• Participate in safety, quality, and continuous improvement initiatives.

What We're Looking For

Qualified candidates will possess:

• Technical degree, certification, or equivalent industrial maintenance experience.
• Experience troubleshooting industrial electrical and mechanical equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics.
• Working knowledge of PLCs, variable frequency drives (VFDs), pneumatics, hydraulics, HVAC systems, and industrial controls.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Basic computer proficiency (Microsoft Office).
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) communication skills are a plus.
• Ability to work independently while supporting a collaborative maintenance team.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Manufacturing maintenance experience preferred.

Why ATEX?

At ATEX, our employees are the foundation of our success. We are committed to providing a safe workplace, opportunities for professional growth, and a culture built on integrity, respect, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

We Offer

• Excellent work-life balance through our Continental Shift Schedule
• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Paid vacation and holidays
• 401(k) with Company match
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Company-paid Life Insurance
• Career development and technical training
• Opportunity to work on advanced automated manufacturing equipment
• Stable and growing manufacturing environment
• Collaborative team focused on safety, quality, and innovation

Our Values

Safety Integrity Respect Teamwork Continuous Improvement Customer Focus

Employment Requirements

ATEX is committed to maintaining a safe, healthy, and productive workplace.

• ATEX is a Drug-Free Workplace.
• Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a pre-employment drug screening and background check.
• Qualified applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

ATEX is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in our workforce. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

At ATEX, every employee plays an important role in delivering innovative, high-quality nonwoven solutions while helping shape the future of our company and the success of our customers.

Job Type: Full-time

Projected Total Compensation: $28.00 - $34.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Application Question(s):

• Are you able to train during the day 8-4pm during trial period and then transition to night shift on the continental rotation 8pm to 8am.
• Do you have hands-on experience working with, troubleshooting and replacing AC/DC servo drives, motors, gearboxes , couplings, bearings, etc.
• Do you have hands-on working knowledge of working with PLC's: Allen Bradley & Siemens (Troubleshooting - Coding would be a plus).

Experience:

• working with multi-meter, amp probe, loop calibrator, etc. : 3 years (Required)
• Working with Industrial Electrical systems, PLC's, VFD's. : 3 years (Required)

Shift availability:

• Night Shift (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Gainesville, GA 30504 (Required)

Work Location: In person