Maintenance Technician

About This Role

Maintaining, troubleshooting, and optimizing complex manufacturing equipment is the core of this Maintenance Technician role. It suits a candidate with advanced electronic, mechanical, electrical, and troubleshooting expertise who thrives in a fast-paced production environment where precision, reliability, and proactive problem-solving are critical. This is a hands-on technical role requiring strong diagnostic capabilities, the ability to work independently as well as with a team, and a commitment to continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair complex mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic issues on manufacturing equipment
• Troubleshoot PC/PLC controlled equipment, sensors, drives, and automated systems
• Utilize schematics and technical documentation to identify root causes of failures
• Respond quickly to production downtime to minimize operational disruptions
• Communicate with OEM technical support to speed up equipment repair
• Perform preventative maintenance on production equipment including welders, cutting systems, conveyors, and automated assembly equipment
• Identify early signs of equipment wear and proactively address potential failures
• Develop PM procedures and schedules for critical machinery
• Maintain detailed maintenance records and contribute to continuous improvement
• Follow all company safety policies and OSHA regulations
• Ensure equipment repairs meet safety and operational standards
• Support lockout/tagout procedures and safe maintenance practices
• Partner with production supervisors, engineers, and leadership to resolve equipment challenges
• Contribute ideas that enhance safety, reliability, and operational excellence

Requirements

• 5+ years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment, or in field setup and/or service of computer-controlled equipment
• Strong knowledge of computer/PLC troubleshooting
• Strong knowledge of industrial electronic systems
• Strong knowledge of pneumatic systems
• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems and machine repair
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and technical diagrams
• Experience troubleshooting automated manufacturing equipment
• Excellent diagnostic and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently as well as with a team within a fast-paced production environment
• Strong commitment to workplace safety

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision benefits starting day 1 for full-time team members
• PTO
• Paid holidays
• FSA
• Life insurance
• LTD
• STD
• 401k
• EAP
• Discount programs
• Tuition reimbursement
• Training and professional development
• Culture that supports work-life balance
• Environment where collaboration is key
• Volunteer opportunities on company time
• Career training, development, and progression planning

Important Details

• Must be at least 18 years of age to apply

About the Company

Cornerstone Building Brands is a leading manufacturer of exterior building products for residential and low-rise non-residential buildings in North America. Headquartered in Cary, N.C., the company serves residential and commercial customers across the new construction and Repair & Remodel (R&R) markets with a market-leading portfolio of products spanning vinyl windows, vinyl siding, stone veneer, metal roofing, metal wall systems and metal accessories. Cornerstone Building Brands has more than 18,800 team members at manufacturing, distribution and office locations throughout North America.