Production Equipment Mechanic (3rd Shift)

Location: Sumter, SC 29153
Pay Rate: $23.50/hour
Shift: 12:00 AM – 8:00 AM (Sunday – Thursday)
Interview Type: In-person interviews required

If interested, please email LKOPASZ@ALINESTAFFING.com 

Job Overview

We are seeking a hands-on Production Equipment Mechanic to support manufacturing operations by troubleshooting and repairing machine breakdowns, optimizing machine performance, and minimizing equipment downtime.

This role requires strong mechanical troubleshooting skills and experience working with industrial equipment and mechanical components. Candidates with backgrounds in automotive mechanics, HVAC, machinist work, boat engines, or high-speed manufacturing environments are encouraged to apply.

The ideal candidate is team-oriented, safety-focused, and committed to continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, optimize, troubleshoot, and maintain production equipment.

• Respond to machine breakdowns and perform mechanical troubleshooting.

• Repair equipment issues affecting speed, waste, or product quality.

• Perform preventative maintenance according to plant PM programs.

• Maintain accurate production, maintenance, and downtime logs.

• Assist maintenance teams with major equipment repairs.

• Monitor in-process product quality and perform required QC checks.

• Ensure machines operate within quality and production standards.

• Maintain clean and organized production areas.

• Support upstream and downstream production processes.

• Follow all safety, environmental, and quality system requirements.

Required Skills (Mandatory)

Candidates must have all of the following:

• Strong mechanical troubleshooting experience

• Knowledge of feeler gauges and other precision tools used to measure tolerances, torque, and clearances

• Familiarity with mechanical components including:

  • Cams and cam followers

  • Rod ends and bushings

  • Chain drives and conveyors

  • Gearboxes

  • Vacuum systems

  • Pneumatic systems

  • Ball valves

  • Basic troubleshooting of these systems

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and push/pull up to 100 lbs

• Hands-on mechanical background

Preferred Experience

• High-speed manufacturing equipment

• Automotive or diesel mechanics

• Boat or engine repair

• HVAC systems

• Low-voltage electronics and sensors

• Machinist experience

• Industrial production equipment troubleshooting

Essential Functions

• Operate equipment within specified quality and quantity limits.

• Set up and debug equipment according to specifications and procedures.

• Adjust, troubleshoot, clean, and repair equipment as necessary.

• Maintain equipment logs documenting downtime and maintenance issues.

• Assist maintenance technicians with larger repairs when needed.

• Start up equipment and ensure machines and control panels operate correctly.

• Monitor component inventories and notify material handlers when supplies are low.

• Clear jams and restart machine cycles safely.

• Perform required process challenges and quality checks.

• Maintain accurate production and downtime records.

Physical Requirements

• Lift and carry up to 50 pounds

• Push and pull up to 100 pounds

• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment and stand for extended periods

Vision Requirement

An eye exam will be required contingent upon hire.

This role requires:

• 20/30 vision with or without corrective lenses, and/or

• Successful completion of a color vision exam

Education

High School Diploma or GED required

If interested, please email LKOPASZ@ALINESTAFFING.com 

Pre-Screening Questions

All applicants must answer the following:

1. How do you go about troubleshooting a mechanical breakdown?

2. What steps would you take to replace a gear box?

3. What process would you use to determine the root cause of a machine malfunction?