Maintenance Technician

With over 100 years of corporate development and experience, Jowat is a world-wide leader in the manufacture of industrial adhesives. We have a highly motivated team of 1400 employees worldwide and are proud to provide our customers with innovative adhesive solutions in a number of markets.

Maintenance Technician

Jowat Corporation has an opening for a Maintenance Technician on night shift 7:00 pm- 7:00 am in High Point, NC.

We are looking for a responsible Maintenance Technician to fulfill a wide variety of duties in the installation, troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of equipment in a safe manner, utilizing predictive and productive maintenance systems and processes to support the achievement of the company's business goals and objectives.

Day-in-the-life and Your Responsibilities:

• Perform troubleshooting activities on manufacturing machinery and plant control systems.
• Perform electrical, pneumatic and/or hydraulic repairs to automated and non-automated equipment.
• Apply knowledge of functional operation of electrical units and systems to diagnose cause of malfunctions and make repairs.
• Understand PLCs and ladder logic.
• Perform inspection, preventative, predictive and functional maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of production machines and equipment.
• Assist in installation and set-up of equipment.

Our Requirements:

• Two-year technical degree or completion of accredited apprenticeship program and/or the equivalent in experience in a related technical field preferred.
• Two (2) to four (4) years of experience with manufacturing equipment.
• Must be able to work 12-hour shifts.
• Basic knowledge of computer skills needed. SAP knowledge preferred.
• Excellent communication, multitasking, and written skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Must be able to get on and off equipment, lift heavy objects, bend and/or stand for an extended period of time.

Benefits of working at Jowat:

• 401(k) with a dollar-for-dollar match
• Paid vacation
• 9 paid holidays
• Health Insurance (medical, dental, vision, FSA)
• Company contribution to HSA
• Multiple company-paid insurance policies
• Short-term disability
• Long-term disability

If you are a motivated professional who thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, we encourage you to apply! We look forward to receiving your application.

About Jowat and Our Global Presence:

The Jowat Group, a medium-sized, family-owned enterprise, is one of the top adhesive manufacturers around the world. Tradition and experience from over 100 years of corporate development allow us to serve as the leading company in adhesive technologies and innovations in numerous markets and areas of application. Our reputation as an innovative leader is made possible by the commitment and competence of our employees, the adhesive experts who always find the perfect solution for our customers. As a new member of the Jowat team, you will continue to advance our reputation by providing the optimal solutions to further the company’s goals.

Jowat Corporation was formed in High Point, North Carolina as a part of the global Jowat group in 1979. The High Point location serves as the headquarters for all operations in the Americas. The parent company, Jowat SE in Germany, was founded in 1919 and has a total of 7 manufacturing sites around the world.

With over 200 million pounds of adhesive produced each year, Jowat serves as one of the leading suppliers in the industry. Our products are used in a variety of applications, including woodworking, furniture manufacturing, paper and packaging, electrical, textile, automotive, and graphic art.

A network of 23 sales organizations and various partners around the globe mean unparalleled service from the company. In the Americas, we employ around 225 people. Together, our talented teams drive growth in the industry through agility, collaboration, and innovation.